Cilantro Avocado Yogurt Dressing & Dip

Why this score

• Ultra-processed (NOVA 4)Ultra-processed per the NOVA classification — −1.5, never below 7 on this rule alone.
• High in saturated fat, saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: medium saturated fat, salt (−0.4).

Ingredients (31)

• 10Filtered WaterEssential, naturally occurring, vital for all bodily functions
• 8Cheddar cheeseReal cheese from cultured milk, natural fermented dairy product
• 8Nonfat milkDairy ingredient; provides protein and calcium but processed.
• 7Sodium CitrateSalt form of citric acid; generally safe, minor sodium.
• 8Vitamin A palmitateVitamin A; essential nutrient; added as fortification.
• 9YogurtMinimally processed dairy, probiotic cultures, good protein source
• 6CreamMinimally processed dairy fat.
• 7PectinNatural plant fiber; gelling agent; minor digestive benefit.
• 5Soybean oilRefined vegetable oil, acceptable but high omega-6.
• 8Cotija cheeseTraditional Mexican cheese, minimally processed, good protein source
• 6SaltEssential mineral, acceptable in typical amounts.
• 7EnzymesNatural biological catalysts for fermentation.
• 7Whey protein concentrateMinimally processed dairy protein, good amino acid profile
• 10OnionWhole food ingredient, naturally beneficial.
• 3Cane sugarRefined sweetener with minimal nutrients, empty calories
• 6Sea saltNatural salt source with trace minerals.
• 8Distilled vinegarFermented natural acid, beneficial for digestion.
• 10Poblano peppersWhole food vegetable, rich in vitamins C and antioxidants
• 10CilantroFresh herb, whole food, naturally beneficial.
• 7Reduced acid pineapple juice concentrateConcentrated fruit juice; natural but processed, high sugar content
• 6Xanthan gumNatural polysaccharide thickener; generally recognized as safe.
• 9Lime JuiceNatural citrus, whole food, vitamin C source.
• 10GarlicWhole food, natural, nutrient-dense flavor enhancer.
• 8Onion powderDried whole food flavoring ingredient.
• 9Black pepperWhole spice, natural, contains piperine with bioactive properties
• 6Natural FlavorsVague category; derived from natural sources but processed and undefined.
• 9CuminWhole spice, traditional seasoning, antioxidants.
• 9Egg yolksWhole food, nutrient-dense emulsifier.
• 9Mustard seedWhole food, natural preservative, anti-inflammatory compounds
• 5Fruit juice blendUnknown ingredient — insufficient data to score
• 7Turmeric oleoresinConcentrated turmeric extract, natural but processed, anti-inflammatory

Allergens

Contains: eggs, milk, soy

Declared on the product label. Anything not listed here simply wasn't declared - that is not the same as being free from it. Always check the packaging.