Is Taco Salsa Hot Safe? Ingredient Analysis
Old El Paso
Old El Paso's Taco Salsa Hot is reviewed here as a sauce condiment. Zerotox gives it 60/100 based on the current ingredient profile, so it looks generally acceptable but still includes some ingredients worth reviewing.
The ingredient review below focuses especially on Capsicum Oleoresin.
60 / 100
Why score is 60
The composition includes ingredients like tomato (61%) and onion (16%), but also contains sugar and various spices. The presence of sugar and processed ingredients raises some quality concerns.
Main concern
Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners 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
- High tomato content (61%) indicates a significant natural ingredient base, contributing to flavor.
- Onion (16%) adds depth and complexity to the salsa, enhancing its overall taste profile.
Concerns
- Sugar is included, which raises concerns about added sweeteners in a savory product.
- The presence of processed ingredients like capsicum oleoresin may indicate a less natural composition.
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 Tomato safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Tomato is used here as base. Tomato is the primary ingredient, providing natural flavor and acidity, contributing positively to the overall quality.
Role in formula: base
Original: Tomat
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Is Onion safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Onion is used here as base. Onion adds flavor complexity and depth, enhancing the overall taste of the salsa.
Role in formula: base
Original: løk
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Is Green Bell Pepper safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Green Bell Pepper is used here as base. Green bell pepper contributes freshness and a slight crunch, complementing the salsa's texture.
Role in formula: base
Original: grønn paprika/peber
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Is Tomato Paste safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Tomato Paste is used here as base. Tomato paste thickens the salsa and intensifies the tomato flavor, but is a processed ingredient.
Role in formula: base
Original: tomatpuré
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Is Salt safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Salt is used here as flavor. Salt enhances flavor and acts as a preservative, but excessive amounts can raise health concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: salt
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Is Vinegar safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Vinegar is used here as acidulant. Vinegar adds acidity and tanginess, balancing the flavors in the salsa.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: eddik
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Is Sugar safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Sugar is used here as sweetener. Sugar is added for sweetness, which may not be necessary in a savory salsa, raising quality concerns.
Role in formula: sweetener
Original: sukker
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Is Onion Flakes safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Onion Flakes is used here as flavor. Onion flakes provide additional flavor but are a processed form of onion.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løkflak/løgflager
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Is Onion Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Onion Powder is used here as flavor. Onion powder enhances flavor but is a processed ingredient, which may affect overall quality.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: løkpulver
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Is Lemon Juice Concentrate safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Lemon Juice Concentrate is used here as acidulant. Lemon juice concentrate adds acidity and freshness, enhancing the flavor profile.
Role in formula: acidulant
Original: sitronjuicekonsentrat
Read the full ingredient profile for Lemon Juice Concentrate
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Is Guajillo Chili safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Guajillo Chili is used here as flavor. Guajillo chili adds heat and depth of flavor, contributing positively to the salsa's profile.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: guajillo-chili
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Is Dried Jalapeno safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Dried Jalapeno is used here as flavor. Dried jalapeño provides spiciness and complexity, enhancing the overall flavor experience.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: tørket jalapeño
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Is Garlic Powder safe in this sauce condiment?
Good
Garlic Powder is used here as flavor. Garlic powder adds a savory note, enhancing the overall flavor of the salsa.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: hvitløkspulver
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Is Spices safe in this sauce condiment?
Medium
Spices is used here as flavor. Spices contribute to the flavor complexity but are unspecified, raising some quality concerns.
Role in formula: flavor
Original: krydder
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Is Capsicum Oleoresin safe in this sauce condiment?
Bad
Capsicum Oleoresin is used here as colorant. Capsicum oleoresin is a processed extract used for color and flavor, raising concerns about synthetic additives.
Role in formula: colorant
Original: capsicum oleoresin
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: 4153811
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