Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard

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Common questions

Is Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard healthy?

Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This Dijon mustard contains a relatively clean ingredient list with mustard seed, vinegar, and spices, but it includes added sugar, which is a refined carbohydrate contributing to increased calorie intake without essential nutrients.

How processed is Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard?

Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Mustard seed, Distilled vinegar, Spices count in its favor; Sugar 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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Trader Joe's Dijon Mustard

Trader Joe's
75 Good

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$12.98 · $1.00 / ounce
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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Trader Joe's
Category Condiments
Summary

This Dijon mustard contains a relatively clean ingredient list with mustard seed, vinegar, and spices, but it includes added sugar, which is a refined carbohydrate contributing to increased calorie intake without essential nutrients. The product is moderately processed, which limits its score, but it avoids major harmful additives and seed oils, maintaining a reasonable health profile.

Key ingredients 8

Mustard seed
Good

Mustard seeds are rich in antioxidants and add flavor, making them a beneficial ingredient.

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Distilled vinegar
Good

Distilled vinegar can aid digestion and acts as a natural preservative, enhancing flavor.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a common base in condiments, providing hydration without adding calories or fats.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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White wine (contains sulfites)
Neutral

White wine adds flavor complexity; sulfites are preservatives but are generally recognized as safe in small amounts.

Citric acid
Neutral

Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, commonly used in small quantities.

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Sugar
Bad

Sugar can contribute to excess calorie intake and may impact blood sugar levels if consumed in large amounts.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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