Trader Joes
Flavor:
Vegan Salmonesque Spread
Ingredients:
Dairy Free Cream Cheese Alternative (Water, Coconut Oil, Modified Potato Starch, Contains 2% Or Less Of Chickpea Protein, Salt, Sodium Citrate, Citric Acid (Acidifier), Lactic Acid, Guar Gum, Xanthan Gum, Yeast, Natural Flavor, Yeast Extract, Sunflower Oil, Cultured Dextrose [to Preserve], Maltodextrin), Vegan Mayonnaise (Expeller Pressed Canola Oil, Water, Distilled Vinegar, Contains 2% Or Less Of Sugar, Salt, Mustard Seed, Pea Protein Isolate, Pea Protein, Potato Protein, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Tamarind Seed Gum, Natural Flavor), Smoke Flavored Salmon Alternative (Water, Canola Oil, Soy Protein Concentrate, Carrageenan, Potato Starch, Sea Salt, Konjac Gum, Onion Powder, Sugar, Natural Flavoring, Smoke Flavoring, Annatto Extract [for Color], Iron Oxide [for Color]), Capers (Capers, Water, Salt, Distilled Vinegar), Lemon Juice, Water, Cultured Dextrose (To Preserve), Dill Weed, Sea Salt, Beet Powder.
Rating: We Avoid
- 1 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
This product receives a rating of 1 out of 5 green leaves. The Trader Joe’s Vegan Salmonesque Spread is a non-organic food item that includes a variety of processed ingredients. It is not made with non-GMO ingredients, which is a significant factor in its low rating.
The spread contains added sugars such as sugar and citric acid, which contribute to its negative score. More concerning is the presence of dextrose, a type of sugar that has been penalized more heavily due to its potential health implications. The product also features a range of additives, including natural flavors and xanthan gum, which have led to deductions in its overall score. Notably, carrageenan and maltodextrin, which are considered known harmful additives, are present in the list of ingredients.
Furthermore, the spread uses canola oil, which the rating system deems a harmful oil. This is another factor that has affected the product’s score negatively. The inclusion of capers, lemon juice, cultured dextrose for preservation, dill weed, sea salt, and beet powder does not offset the negative impact of the other ingredients.
The product’s low score reflects the presence of these undesirable ingredients and its lack of organic certification and non-GMO status. The green leaf rating system aims to guide consumers toward cleaner food options, and this product does not meet the criteria for a higher rating. Consumers seeking healthier alternatives are advised to consider this rating when making their purchasing decisions. The product’s score places it at the bottom of the scale, indicating that it is best avoided by those looking for cleaner, healthier food options.
Certifications:
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