Lite Ranch Dressing

Why this score

• Capped: contains Titanium DioxideEU banned 2022 (EFSA)
• High in salt, saturated fatFSA traffic lights per 100g: high salt; medium saturated fat (−0.7).

Ingredients (28)

• 10WaterEssential solvent; no health concern.
• 5Soybean OilRefined vegetable oil, high omega-6, acceptable but not ideal
• 8ButtermilkFermented dairy; probiotic-rich with good nutritional profile
• 8Distilled vinegarFermented, natural, minimal processing, adds flavor.
• 3SugarRefined carbohydrate; provides calories with limited nutrition.
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose spike, minimal nutrition.
• 9Egg yolkWhole food ingredient; excellent source of choline, lutein, and healthy fats
• 6SaltEssential mineral; acceptable in moderation for flavor.
• 5Modified food starchChemically modified thickener; processed, minimal nutrition.
• 4Phosphoric acidAcidulant preservative; synthetic but safe in small amounts.
• 10GarlicWhole spice; natural flavoring and antimicrobial compounds.
• 10CarrotWhole vegetable, natural, rich in beta-carotene and fiber
• 10OnionWhole vegetable; natural flavoring and nutrition.
• 10CeleryWhole vegetable, natural, provides minerals and hydration
• 6Corn oilProcessed plant oil, higher in omega-6 fatty acids
• 8potato flourGround dried potatoes; whole food ingredient; minimal processing.
• 8Onion PowderDehydrated whole food; natural flavor with beneficial compounds
• 6Natural flavorVague category; likely safe but specific sources unclear.
• 8Carrot PowderDried vegetable; retains nutrients and natural flavor
• 8Garlic PowderDried whole spice; minimal processing, traditional flavoring.
• 5Monosodium GlutamateFlavor enhancer - flagged for transparency, not penalized
• 5Disodium phosphateFood additive; safe in regulated amounts but minimal nutritional value
• 3titanium dioxideSynthetic whitening agent; potential nanoparticle absorption concerns.
• 6Xanthan gumCommon thickener; generally recognized safe in small amounts.
• 4sorbic acid and calcium disodium EDTASynthetic preservatives; sorbic acid safe but EDTA raises chelation concerns.
• 9SpiceNatural flavor and antimicrobial compound.
• 6CarrageenanSeaweed-derived thickener; some digestive concerns reported; generally recognized safe.
• 5Disodium inosinate and disodium guanylateUmami flavor enhancers; high sodium; may cause sensitivity reactions.

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.