Salsa

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Is Salsa healthy?

Salsa scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This salsa is a processed food with a relatively clean ingredient list, featuring tomatoes and tomato paste, which are rich in beneficial nutrients like lycopene.

How processed is Salsa?

Salsa is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

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Salsa

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75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Loblaw Companies Limited
Category Condiments
Summary

This salsa is a processed food with a relatively clean ingredient list, featuring tomatoes and tomato paste, which are rich in beneficial nutrients like lycopene. However, the presence of added salt and vinegar, along with its processed nature, slightly reduces its health score. The absence of harmful additives or seed oils helps maintain a favorable rating within its category.

Key ingredients 10

Water
Neutral

Used as a basic culinary base and diluent to achieve the proper consistency for the salsa.

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Tomatoes
Neutral

Standard whole vegetable ingredient providing natural texture and flavor.

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Tomato Juice
Neutral

Liquid extracted from tomatoes used to adjust consistency and moisture.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common organic acid used to regulate acidity and preserve freshness.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Firming agent used to maintain the structural integrity and texture of the tomatoes.

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Concentrated Tomato Paste
Neutral

Reduced tomato product used to enhance body, color, and rich flavor depth.

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Green Bell Peppers
Neutral

Fresh vegetable ingredient providing characteristic flavor and texture.

Dried Onions
Neutral

Dehydrated vegetable used for savory flavoring and seasoning.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used to enhance overall flavor and seasoning.

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White Vinegar
Neutral

Fermented liquid used to provide acidity, tanginess, and preservation.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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