House salad

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Common questions

Is House salad healthy?

House salad scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists of high-quality organic pasteurized milk, which is minimally processed and provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein.

How processed is House salad?

House salad is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive House salad's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Grade A organic pasteurized milk, Vitamin D3 count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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House salad

Sainsbury's
85 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by J Sainsbury plc
Category Milk
Summary

This product consists of high-quality organic pasteurized milk, which is minimally processed and provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein. The addition of vitamins A and D enhances its nutritional profile without introducing harmful additives. Its organic certification ensures it is free from synthetic pesticides and hormones, contributing to its high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Grade A organic pasteurized milk
Good

This is a high-quality dairy product that provides essential nutrients like calcium and protein. Being organic, it is free from synthetic pesticides and hormones, enhancing its nutritional profile. Pasteurization ensures safety by eliminating harmful bacteria while retaining most of the milk's natural benefits.

Risks

Some individuals may be lactose intolerant or allergic to milk proteins, which can cause digestive issues.

Benefits

Rich in calcium and protein, supporting bone health and muscle function. Organic certification ensures it is free from synthetic additives and hormones.

Vitamin D3
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

Risks

Overconsumption can lead to vitamin D toxicity, but this is rare with normal dietary intake.

Benefits

Essential for calcium absorption and bone health, and supports immune function. Particularly beneficial in regions with limited sunlight exposure.

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Vitamin A palmitate
Neutral

Vitamin A palmitate is a synthetic form of vitamin A used to fortify foods. It helps maintain healthy vision and immune function. However, it is less bioavailable than natural sources of vitamin A.

Risks

Excessive intake of vitamin A palmitate can lead to toxicity, but this is unlikely from typical dietary sources.

Benefits

Supports vision and immune health, especially important in fortified foods where natural vitamin A may be lacking.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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