La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz.

Common questions

Is La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz. healthy?

La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz. scores 68/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This cheese dip contains beneficial ingredients like American cheese, jalapeno peppers, and skim milk, which provide protein, calcium, and vitamins.

How processed is La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz.?

La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz. is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz.'s score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Jalapeno Peppers, Carrots, Onions count in its favor; American Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Enzymes), Sorbic Acid are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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La Banderita Ole Medium Cheese Dip, 16 Oz.

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68 Fair

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by The Hershey Company
Category Cheese
Summary

This cheese dip contains beneficial ingredients like American cheese, jalapeno peppers, and skim milk, which provide protein, calcium, and vitamins. However, it is processed and includes sorbic acid as a preservative, indicating a level of processing that detracts from its overall healthiness. The presence of synthetic additives and the processed nature of the product limit its score.

Key ingredients 8

Jalapeno Peppers
Good

Jalapeno peppers add flavor and some nutritional benefits like vitamins and antioxidants.

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Carrots
Good

Carrots are a source of vitamins and fiber, contributing to overall nutritional value.

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Onions
Good

Onions add flavor and contain antioxidants that support health.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Water
Neutral

Water is a neutral ingredient essential for the product's consistency and texture.

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Skim Milk
Neutral

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

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American Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Salt, Cheese Cultures, Enzymes)
Bad

This ingredient is processed cheese, which often contains additives and preservatives that can be less healthy.

Sorbic Acid
Bad

Sorbic acid is a preservative that some consumers prefer to avoid due to potential sensitivities.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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