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Gherkins

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Is Gherkins healthy?

Gherkins scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This product contains gherkins, mustard seeds, and dill, which are beneficial ingredients providing flavor and nutrients.

How processed is Gherkins?

Gherkins is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Gherkins' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sugar is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Gherkins

The Deli
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 0
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Deli Group Co., Ltd.
Category Vegetables
Summary

This product contains gherkins, mustard seeds, and dill, which are beneficial ingredients providing flavor and nutrients. However, the addition of refined sugar and the use of a firming agent indicate a moderate level of processing. The presence of sugar contributes empty calories, which can be a concern for health when consumed in excess.

Key ingredients 9

Gherkins
Neutral

Whole vegetable cucumbers providing hydration and dietary fiber.

Water
Neutral

Essential for hydration and used as a basic liquid medium.

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Spirit Vinegar
Neutral

Used for pickling and preservation, providing a tart flavor.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for seasoning and pickling preservation.

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Yellow Mustard Seeds
Neutral

Natural spice used to impart flavor and aroma.

Dill
Neutral

Natural herb used traditionally to flavor pickled cucumbers.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Common firming agent used to maintain the crisp texture of the gherkins.

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Flavouring
Neutral

Added to enhance the overall taste profile of the product.

Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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