Salsa Chile de Arbol

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Common questions

Is Salsa Chile de Arbol healthy?

Salsa Chile de Arbol scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This salsa is made from minimally processed ingredients such as tomatillos, garlic, and peppers, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants.

How processed is Salsa Chile de Arbol?

Salsa Chile de Arbol is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Salsa Chile de Arbol's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Garlic, Sea Salt 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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Salsa Chile de Arbol

Ya Oaxaca
95 Excellent

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 2
Harmful ingredients 0
Owned by PepsiCo
Category Condiments
Summary

This salsa is made from minimally processed ingredients such as tomatillos, garlic, and peppers, which are rich in vitamins and antioxidants. The use of natural sea salt enhances flavor without excessive processing or artificial additives. Its clean ingredient list and low processing level contribute to its high rating.

Key ingredients 6

Garlic
Good

Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.

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Sea Salt
Good

An unrefined mineral salt that is minimally processed and provides essential trace minerals.

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Tomatillos
Neutral

A whole-food base that provides fresh flavor, dietary fiber, and natural vitamins.

Water
Neutral

Used as a basic culinary medium for texture and consistency.

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Arbol Peppers
Neutral

Whole peppers used to provide natural heat and flavor.

Morita Peppers
Neutral

Whole smoked peppers used for distinct smoky flavor and color.

Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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