Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette — DUMP

Munch or Dump rates Cherry Balsamic Vinaigrette by Member mark DUMP — score 17/90.

A refined-soybean-oil dressing propped up with caramel coloring, added sugar, and a synthetic EDTA preservative. The cherry is mostly concentrate and sugar, not real fruit.

Why this verdict

• Refined soybean oil is the fat base, not olive oil
• Caramel colour is added just to fake a deeper balsamic look
• Added sugar plus cherry juice concentrate carry the 'cherry' flavor
• Calcium disodium EDTA is a synthetic preservative
• Contains sulfites, a common allergen trigger

Ingredients (10)

• Water (safe) — Used as a basic ingredient in bread.
• Balsamic vinegar (wine vinegar, concentrated grape must) (safe) — Genuine vinegar component, the one real backbone here.
• Caramel colour (concerning) — Added colour to fake a grilled look; some forms carry contaminant concerns.
• Sulfites (moderate) — Added as a preservative; standard in winemaking but can trigger reactions in sensitive people.
• Soybean Oil (moderate) — Refined vegetable oil for body and mouthfeel.
• Dark sweet cherry juice (from concentrate) (moderate) — The 'cherry' is reconstituted concentrate, not whole fruit, and mostly contributes sugar.
• Sugar (moderate) — Added for sweetness, can contribute to calorie content.
• Salt (moderate) — Used in moderation, might exceed necessary amount.
• Xanthan Gum (moderate) — Industrial thickener.
• calcium disodium edta (moderate) — Preservative that binds metals to protect quality; a processed-food additive but used in tiny amounts.