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Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend

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Is Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend healthy?

Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese blend is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having a relatively clean ingredient list.

How processed is Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend?

Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, En:e235 is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Finely Shredded Lite Mexican Style Cheese Blend

Trader Joe's
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese blend is ultra-processed, which limits its score despite having a relatively clean ingredient list. The use of reduced-fat cheeses and the presence of anti-caking agents like potato starch and natamycin contribute to its processing level. However, it lacks harmful additives such as artificial colors or seed oils, which helps maintain a moderate score.

Key ingredients 6

Reduced Fat Cheddar Cheese
Neutral

This cheese provides protein and calcium but is processed to reduce fat content, which may affect flavor and texture.

Reduced Fat Monterey Jack Cheese
Neutral

A source of dairy protein and calcium, though its reduced fat content makes it less rich compared to full-fat versions.

Reduced Fat Asadero Cheese
Neutral

Offers dairy nutrients with lower fat, but is processed and may contain additives for preservation.

Reduced Fat Queso Quesadilla Cheese
Neutral

Provides flavor and dairy nutrients, with reduced fat content and processing involved.

Anti-Caking Agent
Neutral

Prevents clumping in powdered or shredded cheese, but is an additive with no nutritional benefit.

En:e235
Bad

This additive is considered undesirable due to potential health concerns and is associated with negative consumer perceptions.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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