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Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL

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Is Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL healthy?

Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL scores 40/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a below-average score in Scout's analysis. ⚠️ Independent testing at UC Davis (2026) found the avocado oil used in this product line was not compositionally consistent with authentic avocado oil in every lot of the line's products tested; the fatty-acid profile indicates dilution with cheaper seed oils.

How processed is Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL?

Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL compare to other salty snacks?

Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL ranks #34 of 118 salty snacks in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Jesse & Ben's House-Cut Fries Tallow & Sea Salt at 93/100.

Which ingredients drive Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Potatoes, Sea Salt, Black Pepper count in its favor; Avocado Oil, Cane Sugar are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods SEA SALT & CRACKED PEPPER AVOCADO OIL

Boulder Canyon Authentic Foods
40 Poor

At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 4
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Utz Quality Foods
Category Salty Snacks
Summary

⚠️ Independent testing at UC Davis (2026) found the avocado oil used in this product line was not compositionally consistent with authentic avocado oil in every lot of the line's products tested; the fatty-acid profile indicates dilution with cheaper seed oils. This product features avocado oil, a high-quality fat that supports heart health, and uses sea salt and black pepper, which are minimally processed and provide beneficial nutrients. However, the presence of cane sugar, a refined sugar, contributes to increased calorie intake and potential health issues like obesity and diabetes. The product is processed, which limits its score despite the use of some beneficial ingredients.

Key ingredients 8

Avocado Oil

Authenticity testing (UC Davis, 2026 — doi 10.1016/j.afres.2026.102389) found the avocado oil used in this product line not compositionally consistent with authentic avocado oil in every lot of the line's products tested — the fatty-acid profile indicates dilution with cheaper seed oils, so the label's oil claim cannot be relied on.

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Cane Sugar
Bad

Cane sugar adds sweetness but can contribute to excess calorie intake if consumed in large amounts.

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Rice Flour
Neutral

Rice flour is a common gluten-free ingredient used for texture, with minimal nutritional impact.

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Dried Garlic
Neutral

Dried garlic provides flavor and contains compounds that may support immune health, used in small amounts.

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Dried Onion
Neutral

Dried onion adds flavor and nutrients, commonly used for seasoning without significant health risks.

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Potatoes
Good

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

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Sea Salt
Good

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

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Black Pepper
Good

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

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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