Is Ricotta & Pecorino Sauce Safe? Ingredient Analysis

Ica Selection

This page reviews Ricotta & Pecorino Sauce by Ica Selection as a sauce condiment. Its current score is 70/100, suggesting that it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.

If you want the short version, start with these flagged ingredients: Sugar.

70 / 100

Moderate quality

Why score is 70

The composition includes ricotta and Pecorino Romano, both dairy products, alongside tomatoes and olive oil. However, the presence of sugar and sunflower oil raises concerns about processing and quality.

Main concern

Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory 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 ricotta and Pecorino Romano, which are quality dairy ingredients contributing to flavor.
  • Tomatoes and garlic provide natural flavors and enhance the overall taste profile.
  • Extra virgin olive oil is a good quality fat, known for its health benefits.
  • Concentrated lemon juice adds acidity and freshness to the sauce.

Concerns

  • Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory product.
  • Sunflower oil is a processed oil, which may not align with clean ingredient preferences.
  • The presence of salt in multiple ingredients could indicate high sodium content.
  • Use of rennet in cheese production may not be suitable for all dietary preferences.

Who should avoid this product?

You may want to be cautious with this product if you are:

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

Ingredients breakdown

The ingredient notes below are written to explain what each ingredient does in this sauce condiment and why it matters.

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: 4057785

More from this brand: Ica Selection products in Zerotox

Similar products: sauce_condiment in Zerotox database

Allergens detected: milk

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Frequently asked questions

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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.
Based on our data we do not detect fragrance in this product's listed ingredients. Formulations can change; check the label.
Our analysis notes: Contains ricotta and Pecorino Romano, which are quality dairy ingredients contributing to flavor.; Tomatoes and garlic provide natural flavors and enhance the overall taste profile.; Extra virgin olive oil is a good quality fat, known for its health benefits.. See the Pros section above.
Yes. Ica Selection — Ricotta & Pecorino Sauce has a Zerotox score of 70 / 100. See clean products and high-rated products for more. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
This product is flagged for: Sugar is included, which raises concerns about unnecessary sweetness in a savory product.; Sunflower oil is a processed oil, which may not align with clean ingredient preferences.; The presence of salt in multiple ingredients could indicate high sodium content.. See the Concerns and Ingredients sections above.
Ica Selection — Ricotta & Pecorino Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 100. Check the ingredient breakdown above. More Ica Selection products. Scores are informational only and do not constitute professional advice; always read the label and consult a qualified professional.
Ica Selection — Ricotta & Pecorino Sauce has a Zerotox safety score of 70 / 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.
The composition includes ricotta and Pecorino Romano, both dairy products, alongside tomatoes and olive oil. However, the presence of sugar and sunflower oil raises concerns about processing and quality. 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: tomato, onion, ricotta. See the Ingredients section above.

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