Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices

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Common questions

Is Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices healthy?

Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains jalapeño peppers, which are a nutritious ingredient providing vitamins and capsaicin.

How processed is Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices?

Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Jalapeño Peppers, Sea Salt, Turmeric Oleoresin (Color) 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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Pickled Jalapeño Pepper Slices

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product contains jalapeño peppers, which are a nutritious ingredient providing vitamins and capsaicin. However, it is classified as ultra-processed due to the inclusion of additives like calcium chloride and turmeric oleoresin for color. The processing level limits its score despite the presence of beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 6

Jalapeño Peppers
Good

Jalapeño peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to a flavorful and nutritious component of the product.

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Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt provides essential minerals and enhances flavor, making the product more appealing without excessive processing.

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Turmeric Oleoresin (Color)
Good

Turmeric oleoresin adds natural color and contains anti-inflammatory compounds, contributing to the product's visual appeal and potential health benefits.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a common base in pickling, helping to maintain the product's texture and consistency without adding flavor or nutrients.

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Distilled Vinegar
Neutral

Distilled vinegar is used for preservation and flavor enhancement, with no significant health impact.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Calcium chloride is used to maintain crispness in pickled vegetables, with minimal impact on health.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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