Is Bolognese Onion And Garlic Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Dolmio
This page reviews Bolognese Onion And Garlic by Dolmio as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes tomatoes and tomato paste as primary ingredients, but also contains sugar and citric acid, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and acidity regulator indicates a processed nature.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The composition includes tomatoes and tomato paste as primary ingredients, but also contains sugar and citric acid, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sugar and acidity regulator indicates a processed nature.
Main concern
Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.
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
- High tomato content (73%) provides a natural base, contributing to flavor and quality.
- Double concentrated tomato paste (16%) enhances the richness and depth of the sauce.
Concerns
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.
- Citric acid as an acidity regulator indicates processing, which may affect the overall quality.
Ingredients breakdown
The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.
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Is Tomatoes safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomatoes is used here as base. Tomatoes are the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and nutrients. Their high content supports the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomatoes (73%)
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Is Double Concentrated Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Double Concentrated Tomato Paste is used here as base. This ingredient enhances the sauce's flavor and texture, contributing to a richer taste profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: double concentrated tomato paste (16%)
Read the full ingredient profile for Double Concentrated Tomato Paste
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as base. Onion adds depth and sweetness to the sauce, enhancing its overall flavor profile.
Role in formula: base
Original: onion (5.9%)
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added to balance acidity but raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory sauce.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sugar
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Is Dried Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Garlic is used here as flavor. Dried garlic contributes to the sauce's flavor, providing a robust and aromatic profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: dried garlic
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor but should be monitored for overall sodium intake.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Parsley safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Parsley is used here as flavor. Parsley adds freshness and a hint of color, enhancing the sauce's appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: parsley
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Fresh garlic provides a strong flavor component, complementing the other ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: garlic
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used to regulate acidity, but its presence indicates processing and may affect flavor balance.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: acidity regulator (citric acid)
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Is Spice safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spice is used here as flavor. Spices enhance flavor complexity but are unspecified, making it difficult to assess their impact.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: spice
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: 3808047
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