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Smoked Salmon

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Is Smoked Salmon healthy?

Smoked Salmon scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This smoked salmon product is processed and contains a synthetic colorant, astaxanthin, which is used to enhance the color of farmed salmon.

How processed is Smoked Salmon?

Smoked Salmon is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Smoked Salmon's score?

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

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Smoked Salmon

Whole Foods Market
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Whole Foods Market
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This smoked salmon product is processed and contains a synthetic colorant, astaxanthin, which is used to enhance the color of farmed salmon. While the primary ingredient, Atlantic salmon, is a good source of protein and omega-3 fatty acids, the presence of artificial additives and the level of processing limit its score. The use of brown cane sugar and salt further contributes to its processed nature, impacting its overall healthiness.

Key ingredients 4

Atlantic Salmon
Good

An exceptional source of high-quality protein and beneficial omega-3 fatty acids, which support heart and brain health.

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Salt
Neutral

Used for curing and flavoring the fish, providing necessary sodium without added complexity.

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Brown Cane Sugar
Neutral

A traditional unrefined sweetener used in small amounts during the curing process for flavor balance.

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Astaxanthin
Neutral

A natural carotenoid pigment that enhances the vibrant color of the salmon.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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