Is Cilantro & Lime Pasta Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Sonoma Gourmet
Cilantro & Lime Pasta Sauce is a sauce condiment from Sonoma Gourmet. It has a Zerotox safety score of 70/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The sauce contains a mix of natural and processed ingredients. While organic vegetable stock and cilantro are beneficial, the presence of cream and xanthan gum raises some concerns about processing and additives.
70 / 100
Why score is 70
The sauce contains a mix of natural and processed ingredients. While organic vegetable stock and cilantro are beneficial, the presence of cream and xanthan gum raises some concerns about processing and additives.
Main concern
Cream and cultured buttermilk introduce dairy, which may not suit all dietary preferences, impacting the rating.
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
- Organic vegetable stock provides a base with natural flavors and nutrients, supporting a moderate rating.
- Cilantro and lime juice concentrate add fresh, vibrant flavors, enhancing the overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Cream and cultured buttermilk introduce dairy, which may not suit all dietary preferences, impacting the rating.
- Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, raises concerns about processed additives in the sauce.
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.
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Is Water safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as the primary solvent in this sauce, providing hydration and a base for other ingredients.
Role in formula: base
Original: WATER
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Is Organic Vegetable Broth Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Organic Vegetable Broth Concentrate is used here as base. This concentrate adds depth of flavor and nutrients, derived from organic carrots, celery, and onion.
Role in formula: base
Original: ORGANIC VEGETABLE BROTH CONCENTRATE [ORGANIC CARROT,, ORGANIC CELERY, ORGANIC ONION]
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt enhances flavor and acts as a natural preservative, contributing to the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SEA SALT
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Is Organic Onion Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Organic Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder provides concentrated flavor, enhancing the savory profile of the sauce without added moisture.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ORGANIC ONION POWDER
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Is Cream safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cream is used here as base. Cream adds richness and a creamy texture, but its presence raises concerns for those avoiding dairy products.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREAM
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Is Cultured Buttermilk safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cultured Buttermilk is used here as base. Cultured buttermilk contributes tanginess and creaminess, but may not be suitable for all dietary restrictions.
Role in formula: base
Original: CULTURED BUTTERMILK (VITS A & D ADDED)
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Is White Cheddar Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
White Cheddar Cheese is used here as base. White cheddar cheese adds flavor and creaminess, but its dairy content may limit its appeal to some consumers.
Role in formula: base
Original: WHITE CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)
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Is Ricotta Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Ricotta Cheese is used here as base. Ricotta cheese contributes to the sauce's creaminess and flavor, but also adds dairy, which may be a concern for some.
Role in formula: base
Original: RICOTTA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED WHOLE MILK, WHEY, VINEGAR, SALT)
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Is Rice Starch safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Rice Starch is used here as thickener. Rice starch acts as a thickening agent, providing texture but indicating some level of processing in the sauce.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: RICE STARCH
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Is Cilantro safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Cilantro is used here as natural_extract. Cilantro adds a fresh, herbal flavor, enhancing the sauce's overall taste and contributing to its natural profile.
Role in formula: natural_extract
Original: CILANTRO
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic provides a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall taste experience of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: GARLIC
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Is Lime Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lime Juice Concentrate is used here as flavor. Lime juice concentrate adds acidity and brightness, balancing the richness of the cream and cheese.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: LIME JUICE CONCENTRATE
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Is Red Jalapeno Peppers safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Red Jalapeno Peppers is used here as flavor. Red jalapeño peppers contribute heat and flavor, enhancing the sauce's complexity and appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: RED JALAPEÑO PEPPERS
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Is Roasted Green Jalapeno Peppers safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Roasted Green Jalapeno Peppers is used here as flavor. Roasted green jalapeño peppers add a smoky flavor profile, enriching the overall taste of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ROASTED GREEN JALAPEÑO PEPPERS
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Is Extra Virgin Olive Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Extra Virgin Olive Oil is used here as base. Extra virgin olive oil provides healthy fats and enhances flavor, contributing positively to the sauce's quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is used as a thickening agent, which can raise concerns about processed additives in the sauce.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: XANTHAN GUM
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices enhance the flavor profile of the sauce, contributing to its overall complexity and appeal.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES
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Is Lime Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lime Oil is used here as flavor. Lime oil adds a concentrated citrus flavor, enhancing the freshness and brightness of the sauce.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: LIME OIL
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: 3416894
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Allergens detected: milk
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