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Is Mediterranean Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Longo-S

Mediterranean Salad is one of the food products analyzed by Zerotox for Longo-S. 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 Potassium Sorbate, Sodium Benzoate, Calcium Disodium Edta affect the overall evaluation.

60 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 60

The Mediterranean Salad contains sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sugar and xanthan gum also indicates a processed composition.

Main concern

Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its potential health implications.

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

  • Chickpeas provide a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, contributing positively to the salad's nutritional profile.
  • Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat that supports heart health and adds flavor to the salad.

Concerns

  • Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its potential health implications.
  • The inclusion of sugar and xanthan gum indicates a processed nature, which may detract from the overall quality.

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: 3432645

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Frequently asked questions

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.
Zerotox gives Longo-S — Mediterranean Salad 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.
Longo-S — Mediterranean Salad has a Zerotox safety score of 60 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Longo-S products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
The Mediterranean Salad contains sodium benzoate and potassium sorbate as preservatives, raising concerns about synthetic additives. The presence of sugar and xanthan gum also indicates a processed composition. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
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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.
We do not detect parabens in this product's listed ingredients. Always check the label as formulations change.
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This product is flagged for: Sodium benzoate is a synthetic preservative that raises quality concerns due to its potential health implications.; The inclusion of sugar and xanthan gum indicates a processed nature, which may detract from the overall quality.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Longo-S — Mediterranean Salad 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.