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Sir Kensington
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Special Sauce Vegan Mayo
Ingredients:
High Oleic Sunflower Oil, Organic Aquafaba (Water, Chickpeas), Water, Cucumbers, Tomato Paste, Distilled Vinegar, Salt, Organic Lemon Juice, Mustard Flour, Fair Trade Organic Coconut Sugar, Mustard Seed, Acacia Gum, Dried Garlic, Smoked Paprika, Citric Acid, Garlic, Jalapeño Peppers, Rosemary Extract, Xanthan Gum, Dill Weed, Black Pepper, Mustard Extract.
Rating: Average
- 3 out of 5
Ingredient Score:
Rated at 3 out of 5 green leaves, the Sir Kensington Special Sauce Vegan Mayo is a middle-of-the-road choice for consumers seeking cleaner food options. While it does not contain genetically modified organisms (GMOs), it falls short of being organic, which is a significant criterion for some health-conscious shoppers. The presence of added sugars, specifically fair trade organic coconut sugar, alongside citric acid, contributes to the deductions in its overall score. These ingredients, while common in many condiments, are often avoided by those looking to reduce their sugar intake.
The product also includes xanthan gum, an additive that, while approved for use in food, has raised concerns among some consumers and health advocates. Xanthan gum is often used as a thickener or stabilizer, but its presence in the ingredient list results in a lower score for this vegan mayo. Despite these drawbacks, the product does boast a range of other ingredients that may appeal to those on the lookout for vegan options. High oleic sunflower oil, organic aquafaba (a substitute for eggs made from chickpeas), cucumbers, tomato paste, and an array of spices like mustard flour, smoked paprika, and dill weed, are all part of the mix, contributing to the product’s unique character.
The use of organic lemon juice and fair trade organic coconut sugar does reflect the brand’s commitment to sourcing certain ingredients responsibly. However, these positive aspects are balanced by the absence of an organic certification for the product as a whole. The inclusion of acacia gum, another plant-derived additive, along with natural flavor enhancers like garlic and jalapeño peppers, rounds out the recipe.
The Sir Kensington Special Sauce Vegan Mayo achieves a moderate standing with its 3 out of 5 green leaves rating. It represents a compromise for those prioritizing non-GMO and vegan options, yet it does not fully meet the criteria of being an organic product and contains added sugars and certain additives. This product holds its place as an option that satisfies some, but not all, requirements for those searching for cleaner, more healthful food products.
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