Broccoli And Zesty Cheese Sauce product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Broccoli And Zesty Cheese Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Green Giant

Broccoli And Zesty Cheese Sauce is a sauce condiment from Green Giant. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The main ingredients worth reviewing are Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Modified Corn Starch, Modified Whey.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

This product contains several processed ingredients like modified corn starch and hydrolyzed corn protein, which raise quality concerns. The presence of sodium alginate and sugar also indicates a less clean composition.

Main concern

Modified corn starch and hydrolyzed corn protein are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.

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 broccoli, a natural vegetable that adds nutritional value.
  • Includes multiple cheese types, contributing to flavor and texture.
  • Cayenne pepper sauce adds a spicy kick, enhancing taste.
  • Natural flavors are present, which can improve overall flavor profile.

Concerns

  • Modified corn starch and hydrolyzed corn protein are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.
  • Sodium alginate is a synthetic thickener, indicating a less natural composition.
  • Sugar is included, which can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.
  • Presence of artificial color from paprika and annatto extract raises questions about ingredient purity.

Who should avoid this product?

This sauce condiment may not be the best fit for:

  • people with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivity
  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Each ingredient below is explained in the context of this sauce condiment so the page answers more than a simple label list.

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: 3353371

More from this brand: Green Giant products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

Our analysis indicates animal-derived ingredients may be present in this product. See the Ingredients section and the label for details.
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Green Giant — Broccoli And Zesty Cheese Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning ingredients. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This depends on the ingredient profile. People with sensitive skin or scalp, users avoiding fragrance, sulfates or animal-derived ingredients, and cautious shoppers should review the breakdown above before buying. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Modified corn starch and hydrolyzed corn protein are processed ingredients that may raise quality concerns.; Sodium alginate is a synthetic thickener, indicating a less natural composition.; Sugar is included, which can be a concern for those monitoring sugar intake.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: broccoli, water, cayenne pepper sauce. See the Ingredients section above.
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Green Giant — Broccoli And Zesty Cheese Sauce has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among sauce condiment products. See the full breakdown above.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
We detected: milk. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.
Our analysis notes: Contains broccoli, a natural vegetable that adds nutritional value.; Includes multiple cheese types, contributing to flavor and texture.; Cayenne pepper sauce adds a spicy kick, enhancing taste.. See the Pros section above.

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