Is Super Salad Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Anna's Best
Super Salad is a food from Anna's Best. It has a Zerotox safety score of 60/100, which means it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The main ingredients worth reviewing are E621, Palm Fat, E551.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes several processed ingredients like E621 (monosodium glutamate) and E202 (potassium sorbate), which raise quality concerns. The presence of palm fat and sugar also contributes to a moderate rating.
Main concern
Contains E621, a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic 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 a variety of grains like basmati rice and quinoa, providing diverse nutrients.
- Includes yogurt sauce, which can add creaminess and flavor to the salad.
Concerns
- Contains E621, a flavor enhancer that raises concerns about synthetic additives.
- Includes sugar and palm fat, which are processed ingredients that may affect overall quality.
Who should avoid this product?
This food 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 food so the page answers more than a simple label list.
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Is Water safe in this food?
Good
Water is used here as base. Water serves as a fundamental component in this product, ensuring moisture and aiding in the preparation of the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Wasser
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Is Basmati Rice safe in this food?
Good
Basmati Rice is used here as base. Basmati rice is a whole grain that provides carbohydrates and a pleasant texture, contributing positively to the salad's composition.
Role in formula: base
Original: Basmatireis
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Is Red Lentils safe in this food?
Good
Red Lentils is used here as base. Red lentils are a good source of plant-based protein and fiber, enhancing the nutritional profile of the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Linsen rot
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Is Millet safe in this food?
Good
Millet is used here as base. Millet is a nutritious grain that adds texture and contributes to the overall fiber content of the salad.
Role in formula: base
Original: Hirse
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Is Quinoa safe in this food?
Good
Quinoa is used here as base. Quinoa is a complete protein and adds a nutty flavor, enhancing the salad's nutritional value.
Role in formula: base
Original: Quinoa weiss
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Is Green Lentils safe in this food?
Good
Green Lentils is used here as base. Green lentils provide additional protein and fiber, contributing to the salad's overall health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Linsen grün
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Is Coconut Fat safe in this food?
Medium
Coconut Fat is used here as base. Coconut fat adds creaminess but is a saturated fat, which raises some health concerns regarding its consumption.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kokosfett
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Is Curry safe in this food?
Good
Curry is used here as flavor. Curry adds flavor and can provide various health benefits due to its spices, enhancing the overall taste of the salad.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Curry
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Is Spice Mix safe in this food?
Medium
Spice Mix is used here as flavor. The spice mix contributes flavor but may contain additives that could raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Gewürzmischung
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Is Iodized Salt safe in this food?
Good
Iodized Salt is used here as base. Iodized salt is essential for flavor and provides iodine, which is important for thyroid health.
Role in formula: base
Original: Kochsalz jodiert
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Is Yogurt safe in this food?
Good
Yogurt is used here as base. Yogurt adds creaminess and beneficial probiotics, enhancing the salad's texture and health benefits.
Role in formula: base
Original: Joghurt
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Is Rapeseed Oil safe in this food?
Medium
Rapeseed Oil is used here as base. Rapeseed oil is a common cooking oil that provides fats but may raise concerns due to processing methods.
Role in formula: base
Original: Rapsöl
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Is Table Vinegar safe in this food?
Good
Table Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Table vinegar adds acidity, enhancing flavor and acting as a preservative in the yogurt sauce.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Tafelessig
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Is Mustard safe in this food?
Good
Mustard is used here as flavor. Mustard adds a tangy flavor and can enhance the overall taste profile of the salad.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Senf
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Is Sugar safe in this food?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is used for flavor balance but contributes to the overall sweetness, which may not be suitable for all diets.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: Zucker
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Is Egg Yolk safe in this food?
Medium
Egg Yolk is used here as base. Egg yolk adds richness and flavor but raises concerns for those avoiding animal products.
Role in formula: base
Original: Eigelb
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Is Seasoning Mix safe in this food?
Medium
Seasoning Mix is used here as flavor. The seasoning mix contains various ingredients that enhance flavor but may include additives that raise quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Streuwürze
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Is E621 safe in this food?
Bad
E621 is used here as flavor. E621, or monosodium glutamate, is a flavor enhancer that can cause sensitivity in some individuals, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Geschmacksverstärker: E621
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Is Palm Fat safe in this food?
Bad
Palm Fat is used here as base. Palm fat is a highly processed fat that raises environmental and health concerns due to its saturated fat content.
Role in formula: base
Original: Palmfett
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Is Yeast Extract safe in this food?
Medium
Yeast Extract is used here as flavor. Yeast extract adds umami flavor but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Hefeextrakt
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Is Potato Starch safe in this food?
Medium
Potato Starch is used here as thickener. Potato starch is used as a thickening agent but is a processed ingredient that may not provide significant nutritional benefits.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Kartoffelstärke
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Is E551 safe in this food?
Bad
E551 is used here as anti-caking agent. E551, or silicon dioxide, is an anti-caking agent that raises concerns about synthetic additives in food products.
Role in formula: anti-caking agent
Original: Trennmittel: E551
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Is E415 safe in this food?
Medium
E415 is used here as thickener. E415, or xanthan gum, is a thickener that can improve texture but is a processed ingredient with mixed safety assessments.
Role in formula: thickener
Original: Verdickungsmittel: E415
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Is Onion Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Onion Flavor is used here as flavor. Onion flavor enhances taste but may be derived from artificial sources, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Zwiebelaroma
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Is E202 safe in this food?
Bad
E202 is used here as preservative. E202, or potassium sorbate, is a synthetic preservative that raises concerns about long-term health effects.
Role in formula: preservative
Original: Konservierungsstoff: E202
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Is E330 safe in this food?
Medium
E330 is used here as acidulant. E330, or citric acid, is used for flavor and preservation but is a processed ingredient that may not appeal to all consumers.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: Säuerungsmittel:E330
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Is Pepper Flavor safe in this food?
Medium
Pepper Flavor is used here as flavor. Pepper flavor adds spiciness but may be artificially derived, raising concerns about ingredient sourcing.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: Pfefferaroma
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: 4095611
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Allergens detected: egg
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