Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium

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Target diet: Vegan

Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium · Vegan

No, skip it.

honey.

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Deciding ingredient

honey

On the label

Tomato pureewatertomato pastehoneydistilled vinegarsaltcorn syrupmodified corn starch

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientshoney
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
62 kcal
Fat
0 g
Carbohydrates
18.8 g
Sugars
12.5 g
Protein
0 g
Salt
2.7 g
high

Per 100 g this product is high in salt. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Processing level: NOVA group 4, ultra-processed foods. NOVA classification, from the label data.

Ingredients (original text)

Tomato puree (water, tomato paste), water, honey, distilled vinegar, salt, corn syrup, modified corn starch, ground chipotle pepper, cumin, citric acid, onion powder, garlic powder, hickory smoke flavor, xanthan gum, sodium benzoate (to preserve freshness).

Detailed analysis: why is Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • honey

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: Tomato puree (water, tomato paste), water, honey, distilled vinegar, salt, corn syrup, modified corn starch, ground chipotle pepper, cumin, citric acid, onion powder, garlic powder, hickory smoke flavor, xanthan gum, sodium benzoate (to preserve freshness).. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium contains 62 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 0g of fat, and 18.8g of carbohydrates (12.5g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium Vegan?

No, Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium is generally not Vegan because it contains honey.

Does Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: Tomato puree (water, tomato paste), water, honey, distilled vinegar, salt, corn syrup, modified corn starch, ground chipotle pepper, cumin, citric aci...

What are the nutritional facts of Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium?

Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium contains 62 calories per 100g, with 0g of protein, 18.8g of carbohydrates, and 0g of fat.

How much sugar is in Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium?

Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium lists 12.5 g of sugar per 100 g.

Is Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium ultra-processed?

By the NOVA classification in its label data, Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium is in group 4, ultra-processed foods.

Can I eat Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium on a Vegan diet?

No, Ortega, chipotle thick & smooth taco sauce, medium, medium is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.