Is Street Corn Queso Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Sonoma Gourmet
Sonoma Gourmet's Street Corn Queso is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 75/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The composition includes several dairy ingredients like cream and cheeses, alongside organic vegetable stock. However, the presence of xanthan gum and rice starch indicates some processing, which lowers the overall quality rating.
75 / 100
Why score is 75
The composition includes several dairy ingredients like cream and cheeses, alongside organic vegetable stock. However, the presence of xanthan gum and rice starch indicates some processing, which lowers the overall quality rating.
Main concern
Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, raises concerns about processed additives.
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 vegetable stock, which enhances flavor and provides a natural base.
- Includes Greek yogurt, adding creaminess and a source of probiotics.
- Features sweet corn and jalapeños, contributing to a flavorful and vibrant profile.
- Diverse cheese types like cheddar and Romano enhance taste and texture.
Concerns
- Xanthan gum is a thickener that, while common, raises concerns about processed additives.
- Rice starch is a refined ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
- The presence of multiple dairy ingredients may not suit those with lactose intolerance.
- Contains sea salt, which, while natural, can contribute to sodium intake concerns.
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 sauce condiment, not just listed as a raw label.
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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 product, essential for creating the desired consistency and texture.
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 flavor. This concentrate adds depth of flavor and is derived from organic vegetables, enhancing the product's natural profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ORGANIC VEGETABLE BROTH CONCENTRATE [ORGANIC CARROT, ORGANIC CELERY, ORGANIC ONION]
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Is Sea Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sea Salt is used here as flavor. Sea salt is used for seasoning, providing flavor enhancement but raises concerns about sodium content.
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 contributes a concentrated onion flavor, enhancing the overall taste profile without additives.
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 smooth texture, but its high-fat content may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: base
Original: CREAM
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Is Sweet Corn safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Sweet Corn is used here as flavor. Sweet corn provides natural sweetness and texture, contributing positively to the flavor profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SWEET CORN
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Is Greek Yogurt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Greek Yogurt is used here as base. Greek yogurt adds creaminess and a tangy flavor, along with potential probiotic benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: GREEK YOGURT (CULTURED PASTEURIZED MILK AND CREAM, SKIM MILK, WHEY PROTEIN CONCENTRATE, PECTIN)
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Is Cheddar Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cheddar Cheese is used here as base. Cheddar cheese contributes flavor and creaminess, but its processing raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: CHEDDAR CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)
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Is Expeller Pressed Canola Oil safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Expeller Pressed Canola Oil is used here as base. Canola oil is used for texture and mouthfeel, but its refined nature may raise concerns about processing.
Role in formula: base
Original: EXPELLER PRESSED CANOLA OIL
Read the full ingredient profile for Expeller Pressed Canola Oil
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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, but it is a refined ingredient with limited nutritional value.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: RICE STARCH
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Is Romano Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Romano Cheese is used here as base. Romano cheese adds a sharp flavor, but like other cheeses, it may not suit lactose-sensitive individuals.
Role in formula: base
Original: ROMANO CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)
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Is Cotija Cheese safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Cotija Cheese is used here as base. Cotija cheese provides a crumbly texture and salty flavor, but its processing raises quality concerns.
Role in formula: base
Original: COTUA CHEESE (PASTEURIZED MILK, CHEESE CULTURE, SALT, ENZYMES)
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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 add heat and flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: RED JALAPEÑO PEPPERS
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Is Garlic safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic is used here as flavor. Garlic contributes a robust flavor and aroma, enhancing the overall sensory profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: GARLIC
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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 provide a smoky flavor, adding complexity to the overall taste.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: ROASTED GREEN JALAPEÑO PEPPERS
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Is Dried Onions safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Onions is used here as flavor. Dried onions enhance flavor and aroma, contributing to the overall savory profile of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: DRIED ONIONS
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Is Cilantro safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Cilantro is used here as flavor. Cilantro adds freshness and a distinctive flavor, enhancing the overall taste experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: CILANTRO
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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 provides acidity and brightness, balancing the richness of the other ingredients.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: LIME JUICE CONCENTRATE
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the overall flavor complexity, enhancing the sensory experience of the product.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: SPICES
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Is Citric Acid safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Citric Acid is used here as acidulant. Citric acid is used for acidity and preservation, but its synthetic nature raises some quality concerns.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: CITRIC ACID
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Is Xanthan Gum safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Xanthan Gum is used here as thickener. Xanthan gum is a thickening agent that improves texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety perceptions.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: XANTHAN GUM
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: 3416898
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Allergens detected: milk
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