Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit product image with 60/100 Zerotox safety score

Is Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Taylor Farms

Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Taylor Farms. The product scores 60/100 in Zerotox, meaning it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

The sections below explain why ingredients like Organic Palm Shortening, Organic Maltodextrin, Organic Butter Flavor affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The ingredient composition includes organic soybean oil and organic cane sugar, which are processed and raise quality concerns. The presence of organic palm shortening and organic maltodextrin further indicates a moderate rating due to potential processing issues.

Main concern

Organic cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the 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

  • Contains organic ingredients like organic romaine lettuce and organic broccoli, indicating a focus on quality.
  • Includes organic extra virgin olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats.
  • Organic spices and herbs like organic basil and organic black pepper enhance flavor naturally.
  • Organic feta cheese adds a source of flavor and texture, contributing to the overall appeal.

Concerns

  • Organic cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.
  • Organic palm shortening is a processed fat that may raise health concerns due to its nature.
  • Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, can be viewed as a processed ingredient.
  • Organic maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that may not align with clean eating principles.

Who should avoid this product?

This product may be less suitable for:

  • people avoiding animal-derived ingredients

Ingredients breakdown

Instead of a flat list, this section explains each ingredient in the context of this food.

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: 2416168

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Frequently asked questions

This product includes positive or neutral ingredients such as: organic balsamic vinegar, water, organic extra virgin olive oil. See the Ingredients section above.
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We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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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Taylor Farms — Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit 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.
Taylor Farms — Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit has a Zerotox score of 60 / 100 among food products. See the full breakdown above.
Our analysis notes: Contains organic ingredients like organic romaine lettuce and organic broccoli, indicating a focus on quality.; Includes organic extra virgin olive oil, which is a good source of healthy fats.; Organic spices and herbs like organic basil and organic black pepper enhance flavor naturally.. See the Pros section above.
This product is flagged for: Organic cane sugar is a refined sweetener that raises concerns about added sugars in the product.; Organic palm shortening is a processed fat that may raise health concerns due to its nature.; Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, can be viewed as a processed ingredient.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Check the Ingredients section above. Zerotox flags preservatives, colours and other additives; see the full list.
The ingredient composition includes organic soybean oil and organic cane sugar, which are processed and raise quality concerns. The presence of organic palm shortening and organic maltodextrin further indicates a moderate rating due to potential processing issues. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Taylor Farms — Mediterranean Crunch Chopped Kit has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Higher scores mean fewer concerning additives. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.

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