Common questions

Is ROASTED BELL PEPPERS healthy?

ROASTED BELL PEPPERS scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists of roasted bell peppers with minimal processing and a short ingredient list, including sea salt and citric acid.

How processed is ROASTED BELL PEPPERS?

ROASTED BELL PEPPERS is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive ROASTED BELL PEPPERS' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Peppers, sea salt count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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ROASTED BELL PEPPERS

Name: ROASTED BELL PEPPERS
Brand: Mezzetta

Mezzetta

Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2

Harmful ingredients 0

Owned by G L Mezzetta, Inc.

Category Vegetables

Summary

This product consists of roasted bell peppers with minimal processing and a short ingredient list, including sea salt and citric acid. The peppers provide vitamins and antioxidants, while the use of sea salt enhances flavor without excessive additives. Despite being processed, the clean ingredient profile supports a high score within the processing level cap.

Key ingredients 4

Peppers

Good

Peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, supporting overall health and immune function.

sea salt

Good

Sea salt provides natural minerals and enhances flavor, encouraging moderate salt intake.

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water

Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and helps maintain bodily functions without added health concerns.

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citric acid

Neutral

Citric acid is a natural preservative and flavor enhancer, commonly found in citrus fruits.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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