Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz

Common questions

Is Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz healthy?

Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz scores 80/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This taco simmer sauce features a clean ingredient list with natural components like guajillo peppers, tomatoes, and apple cider vinegar, which contribute beneficial nutrients and flavors.

How processed is Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz?

Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomatoes, Apple Cider Vinegar, Pineapple Concentrate count in its favor; Brown 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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Somos Al Pastor Taco Simmer Sauce - 12oz

Somos
80 Good

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 5
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Kind Snacks
Category Condiments
Summary

This taco simmer sauce features a clean ingredient list with natural components like guajillo peppers, tomatoes, and apple cider vinegar, which contribute beneficial nutrients and flavors. The product is processed, but it avoids harmful additives such as artificial colors, flavors, or seed oils, maintaining a relatively high score for its category. The presence of natural sugars and moderate processing level slightly limits its rating potential.

Key ingredients 8

Tomatoes
Good

Tomatoes are rich in antioxidants and vitamins, contributing positively to overall health.

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Apple Cider Vinegar
Good

Apple cider vinegar can aid digestion and adds a tangy flavor, making it a beneficial ingredient.

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Pineapple Concentrate
Good

Pineapple concentrate provides vitamin C and natural sweetness, supporting immune health.

Sea Salt
Good

Sea salt provides essential minerals and enhances flavor without excessive processing.

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Ground Cumin
Good

Ground cumin is a spice that contains antioxidants and may support digestion.

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Guajillo Peppers
Neutral

Guajillo peppers add authentic flavor without significant health impact, making them a neutral ingredient.

Water
Neutral

Water is essential for hydration and has no direct health benefits or risks in this context.

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Brown Sugar
Bad

Brown sugar adds sweetness but offers little nutritional value and can contribute to excess calorie intake.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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