La Costena Green Mexican Sauce 455ml/15.4 oz.
Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores
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Summary
This green Mexican sauce is composed of mostly whole, natural ingredients such as tomatillos, jalapeño peppers, and garlic, which are minimally processed and retain their nutritional benefits. The presence of a single additive, tartaric acid, is minimal and does not significantly detract from the overall quality. The sauce's processing level limits its maximum score, but the clean ingredient list and absence of harmful additives contribute positively to its rating.
Key ingredients 8
GarlicGood
Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.
See more about Garlic →TomatilloNeutral
Tomatillo is a natural vegetable that provides flavor and nutrients without added processing.
Jalapeño pepperNeutral
Jalapeño pepper adds spice and flavor, typical of traditional Mexican cuisine, with minimal processing.
OnionNeutral
Onion is a common vegetable used for flavoring, contributing nutrients and aroma naturally.
See more about Onion →SaltNeutral
Salt enhances flavor but is a processed mineral additive; used in moderation for taste.
See more about Salt →CorianderNeutral
Coriander is a spice that adds flavor and aroma, derived from natural seeds.
See more about Coriander →Arbol pepperNeutral
Arbol pepper provides heat and flavor, a natural ingredient used in traditional recipes.
Tartaric acidNeutral
Tartaric acid is a food additive used to adjust acidity, present in small, controlled amounts.
See more about Tartaric acid →Processing
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