Is Bean Dip Tray Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Del Monte Fresh Produce
Del Monte Fresh Produce's Bean Dip Tray is reviewed here as a food. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified food starch and potassium sorbate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of cheddar cheese and sour cream indicates dairy content, affecting overall safety for lactose-sensitive individuals.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like modified food starch and potassium sorbate, which raise quality concerns. The presence of cheddar cheese and sour cream indicates dairy content, affecting overall safety for lactose-sensitive individuals.
Main concern
Modified food starch and potassium sorbate are synthetic additives that raise concerns about processing and quality.
Why it matters: This ingredient is flagged in our analysis based on regulatory and scientific sources. Check the Ingredients section for details and see Data sources for methodology.
Regulation status: Ingredient safety is assessed from EU/EPA/CIR and similar databases; formulations may vary. Always read the product label.
Pros
- Contains vegetarian refried beans, providing a base of cooked beans that are generally nutritious.
- Includes pico de gallo, which adds fresh ingredients like tomatoes and cilantro, enhancing flavor and quality.
- Black olives contribute healthy fats and flavor, supporting a more balanced composition.
- Cheddar cheese adds flavor and texture, appealing to those who enjoy dairy products.
Concerns
- Modified food starch and potassium sorbate are synthetic additives that raise concerns about processing and quality.
- Carrageenan is included, which has been associated with digestive issues in some individuals.
- The use of cottonseed oil may raise concerns due to potential processing and health implications.
- Sour cream contains multiple additives, which may not appeal to those seeking clean ingredient lists.
Who should avoid this product?
This formula may not suit:
- people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
- people avoiding animal-derived ingredients
Ingredients breakdown
Below, each ingredient is described in the context of this food, not just listed as a raw label.
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Is Vegetarian Refried Beans safe in this food?
Good
Vegetarian Refried Beans is used here as base. Vegetarian refried beans provide a nutritious base, made from cooked beans, water, and salt, contributing to fiber and protein content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Vegetarian refried beans (cooked beans water salt)
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Is Vegetable Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Vegetable Oil is used here as emulsifier. Cottonseed oil is a refined oil used for texture but raises concerns due to its processing and potential health implications.
Role in formula: emulsifier
Original: vegetable oil (cottonseed oil)
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Is Garlic safe in this food?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic is a natural flavor enhancer that adds depth to the dish and is known for its culinary benefits.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Pico De Gallo safe in this food?
Good
Pico De Gallo is used here as flavor. Pico de gallo includes fresh ingredients like tomatoes and cilantro, enhancing flavor and providing vitamins.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: pico de gallo (roma tomato, white onion jalapeno, cilantro, lime juice, sea salt)
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Is Cheddar Cheese safe in this food?
Medium
Cheddar Cheese is used here as flavor. Cheddar cheese adds flavor and texture but contains additives like powdered cellulose, which raises processing concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: cheddar cheese (pasteurized milk, cheese culture salt, enzymes, annatto. powdered cellulose (anti caking agent))
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Is Sour Cream safe in this food?
Medium
Sour Cream is used here as flavor. Sour cream provides creaminess but contains modified food starch and potassium sorbate, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: sour cream (cultured cream, food starch modified sodium phosphate, guar gum, carrageena, locust bean gum potassium sorbate (to preserve freshness))
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Is Black Olives safe in this food?
Good
Black Olives is used here as flavor. Black olives add healthy fats and flavor, contributing positively to the overall composition.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: black olives (sliced ripe olives, water salt and ferrous gluconate added to stabilize color)
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Is Jalapeno Peppers safe in this food?
Good
Jalapeno Peppers is used here as flavor. Jalapeno peppers provide heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile of the dip.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: jalapeno peppers (sliced jalapeno, water vinegar salt and a trace of cacium chloride)
How we score
Our safety scores and ingredient breakdowns are based on regulatory and scientific sources. See Data sources & methodology and How Zerotox works for full details.
Product info
Product ID: 3407888
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Allergens detected: milk
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