SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS

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Common questions

Is SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS healthy?

SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product consists primarily of jalapeno peppers, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants.

How processed is SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS?

SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Jalapeno peppers, turmeric count in its favor; sodium metabisulfite (preservative) 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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SLICED JALAPENO PEPPERS

Signature Kitchens
75 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 1
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product consists primarily of jalapeno peppers, which are a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants. However, it includes sodium metabisulfite as a preservative, which can cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. The product is processed, which limits its score, but it maintains a relatively clean ingredient list with minimal additives.

Key ingredients 7

Jalapeno peppers
Good

Jalapeno peppers are a natural source of vitamins and add flavor without artificial additives.

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turmeric
Good

Turmeric is a natural spice with antioxidant properties that can support overall health.

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water
Neutral

Water is used as a base and does not significantly impact nutritional quality.

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distilled vinegar
Neutral

Distilled vinegar is a common preservative that helps maintain freshness without adding harmful substances.

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salt
Neutral

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

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contains less than 2% of calcium chloride
Neutral

Calcium chloride is a food additive used for firmness and preservation, generally recognized as safe in small amounts.

sodium metabisulfite (preservative)
Bad

Sodium metabisulfite is a preservative that can cause sensitivities in some individuals, which is why it is considered less desirable.

Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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