Caprese Pasta product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Caprese Pasta Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Simply Fresh

Simply Fresh's Caprese Pasta 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 ingredient review below focuses especially on Caramel Color.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The composition includes several processed ingredients like balsamic vinaigrette and pesto, which contain additives such as xanthan gum and caramel color. These raise quality concerns.

Main concern

Balsamic vinaigrette contains sugar and xanthan gum, which are processed and 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 fresh ingredients like tomatoes and arugula, contributing to a flavorful profile.
  • Includes mozzarella cheese, providing a source of calcium and flavor.

Concerns

  • Balsamic vinaigrette contains sugar and xanthan gum, which are processed and raise quality concerns.
  • Caramel color in balsamic vinaigrette is an artificial colorant, indicating a less natural composition.

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.

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: 3469067

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Allergens detected: milk , wheat

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Frequently asked questions

Zerotox gives Simply Fresh — Caprese Pasta 60 / 100 based on ingredients. Ultra-processed foods often have many additives; see the breakdown above. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Our analysis notes: Contains fresh ingredients like tomatoes and arugula, contributing to a flavorful profile.; Includes mozzarella cheese, providing a source of calcium and flavor.. See the Pros section above.
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.
Simply Fresh — Caprese Pasta has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Simply Fresh products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Balsamic vinaigrette contains sugar and xanthan gum, which are processed and raise quality concerns.; Caramel color in balsamic vinaigrette is an artificial colorant, indicating a less natural composition.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
The composition includes several processed ingredients like balsamic vinaigrette and pesto, which contain additives such as xanthan gum and caramel color. These raise quality concerns. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Simply Fresh — Caprese Pasta 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 product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: water, niacin, thiamine mononitrate. See the Ingredients section above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
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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We detected: milk, wheat. If you have allergies, check the label and the Ingredients section above.

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