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Summary
Queso Classic is a cheese product with a relatively simple ingredient list, primarily composed of milk, cultures, rennet, and salt. It is moderately processed, which keeps it from reaching the highest scores, but it lacks harmful additives or seed oils, making it a healthier option compared to more processed cheese spreads. The presence of beneficial ingredients like milk and cultures contributes positively to its nutritional profile.
Key ingredients 8
TomatoesGood
A whole food ingredient that provides natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene.
See more about Tomatoes →Cheddar CheeseGood
Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.
See more about Cheddar Cheese →Pasteurized American CheeseNeutral
A processed cheese product that provides protein and calcium, but typically contains added emulsifiers and sodium.
SaltNeutral
Used for flavor enhancement and preservation, contributing to the overall sodium content.
See more about Salt →Citric AcidNeutral
A common organic acid used to adjust acidity and preserve freshness.
See more about Citric Acid →OnionsNeutral
A whole vegetable ingredient used to add savory flavor and natural plant compounds.
See more about Onions →Green Chile PeppersNeutral
Adds flavor and mild heat, contributing beneficial plant compounds and trace nutrients.
Canola OilVery Bad
A highly processed seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids, which is heavily penalized in quality ingredient evaluations.
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