Red Pepper Jelly

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Common questions

Is Red Pepper Jelly healthy?

Red Pepper Jelly scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This red pepper jelly contains beneficial ingredients like red bell peppers and apple cider vinegar, which offer vitamins and potential health benefits.

How processed is Red Pepper Jelly?

Red Pepper Jelly is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Red Pepper Jelly's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Red Bell Peppers, Apple Cider Vinegar, Dehydrated Onions count in its favor; Cane 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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Red Pepper Jelly

Fromage Ami
75 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Gourmet Foods International
Category Condiments
Summary

This red pepper jelly contains beneficial ingredients like red bell peppers and apple cider vinegar, which offer vitamins and potential health benefits. However, the high sugar content, primarily from refined cane sugar, significantly impacts its healthiness, contributing to a high caloric intake without essential nutrients. The product is moderately processed, which limits its overall score despite the presence of some nutritious components.

Key ingredients 7

Red Bell Peppers
Good

Red bell peppers are rich in vitamins and antioxidants, supporting overall health and immune function.

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Apple Cider Vinegar
Good

Apple cider vinegar can add flavor and may aid digestion, making it a common ingredient in flavorful condiments.

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Dehydrated Onions
Good

Dehydrated onions add flavor and nutrients, including antioxidants and vitamins, to the jelly.

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Capsicum
Good

Capsicum, or chili pepper, provides a spicy flavor and is a source of vitamins and antioxidants beneficial for health.

Fruit Pectin
Neutral

Fruit pectin is a natural thickening agent derived from fruits, used to give the jelly its texture without adding flavor.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Citric acid is used to preserve the product and enhance flavor, commonly found in many processed foods.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar is high in added sugars, which can contribute to excess calorie intake and potential health issues if consumed in large amounts.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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