Ken’s

Rated at 2 out of 5 green leaves, Ken’s Golden Italian Dressing falls short in the clean food category on our website. The product is not organic, and it includes genetically modified (GMO) ingredients, which detracts from its overall score. Additionally, the dressing contains added sugars, a choice that negatively impacts its healthfulness.

Further scrutiny of the ingredients list reveals the inclusion of soybean oil, a potentially harmful oil often sourced from GMO crops and linked to environmental and health concerns. The presence of ‘natural flavor’ in the list is also problematic. Despite its seemingly innocuous name, ‘natural flavor’ is a vague term that can encompass a variety of chemical additives, the specifics of which are not disclosed to consumers. The use of xanthan gum, a common thickening agent, raises additional concerns due to its potential to cause digestive issues in some individuals.

The dressing’s reliance on non-organic ingredients and the inclusion of additives and GMOs suggest that there is considerable room for improvement. To align more closely with the values of consumers seeking cleaner food options, the product would benefit from a reformulation that prioritizes organic, non-GMO ingredients and excludes unnecessary additives and sugars.

The product’s current composition makes it clear that it does not meet the high standards set by those looking for health-conscious food choices. The low green leaf rating reflects its position as a product that has significant potential for reformulation to better serve those in search of cleaner, more natural food products.