Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar

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Common questions

Is Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar healthy?

Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This smoked sausage features beneficial ingredients like chicken, cheddar cheese, and hatch green chiles, which provide protein and essential nutrients.

How processed is Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar?

Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Chicken, Cheddar Cheese, Pasteurized Milk 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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Smoked Sausage Hatch Green Chile + Cheddar

Zenner’s Sausage
65 Fair

Analysis updated May 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Meat and Seafood
Summary

This smoked sausage features beneficial ingredients like chicken, cheddar cheese, and hatch green chiles, which provide protein and essential nutrients. However, the product is processed, which limits its score potential, and it contains a significant amount of sodium. The clean ingredient list without artificial additives is a positive aspect, but the processing level and high calorie content are notable considerations.

Key ingredients 8

Chicken
Good

Chicken is a lean source of high-quality protein, supporting muscle health and overall nutrition.

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Cheddar Cheese
Good

Cheddar cheese provides calcium and protein, contributing to bone health and muscle function.

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Pasteurized Milk
Good

Pasteurized milk offers essential nutrients like calcium and vitamin D for strong bones.

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Cheese Cultures
Good

Cheese cultures aid in digestion and support a healthy gut microbiome.

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Beta-Carotene
Good

Beta-carotene is a natural antioxidant that supports eye health and immune function.

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Hatch Green Chiles
Good

Hatch green chiles add flavor and provide vitamins like vitamin C and antioxidants.

Salt
Neutral

Salt is necessary for flavor and electrolyte balance but should be consumed in moderation.

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Enzymes
Neutral

Enzymes help in cheese production and digestion, supporting overall food processing.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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