Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz

Common questions

Is Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz healthy?

Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz 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 is minimally processed, consisting primarily of apples with the addition of water and ascorbic acid, which serves as a natural preservative.

How processed is Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz?

Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

You might also like

More from Great Value

See more

Great Value Unsweetened Apple Sauce 42 Oz

Great Value
85 Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

View on Amazon

Near you

Great Value is carried at Walmart stores. Find one within 25 miles.

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by Walmart
Category Fruits
Summary

This product is minimally processed, consisting primarily of apples with the addition of water and ascorbic acid, which serves as a natural preservative. The use of whole apples provides dietary fiber and essential nutrients, while ascorbic acid helps maintain freshness without introducing harmful additives. Its clean ingredient list and minimal processing contribute to a high rating.

Key ingredients 3

Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C)
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

See more about Ascorbic Acid (Vitamin C) →
Apples
Neutral

Apples are a natural fruit providing essential nutrients and fiber, making them a wholesome base for the sauce.

See more about Apples →
Water
Neutral

Water is used to achieve the desired consistency and is a common, safe ingredient in fruit sauces.

See more about Water →

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

Get the full breakdown in the Scout appTake Scout shopping

Scan any product to see lab results, healthy alternatives, and your personalized analysis.

Download on theApp Store GET IT ONGoogle Play

More in Fruits