Publix Salsa, Medium — OKAY
Munch or Dump rates Publix Salsa, Medium by Publix OKAY — score 62/90.
This is mostly tomatoes, peppers, onion and garlic, which is a genuinely food-forward jarred salsa. A little added sugar and a vague natural flavor keep it from being a spotless MUNCH. At 15 calories per serving it is a reasonable everyday dip.
Why this verdict
- Base is real vegetables: tomatoes, bell and jalapeno peppers, onion, garlic
- Low calorie and fat-free, with only 2g sugar per serving
- Contains added sugar and an undefined natural flavor, keeping it out of MUNCH
- No artificial colors, preservatives, or flavor-enhancer stack
Ingredients (8)
- Tomato Puree (water, tomato paste, citric acid) (safe) — Concentrated real tomato with citric acid for acidity and safety; the base of the salsa.
- diced tomatoes in tomato juice (safe) — Additional whole-tomato content; a positive sign.
- Green bell peppers (safe) — Real vegetable, adds flavor and texture.
- jalapeno peppers (safe) — Real peppers for heat, no additives.
- DISTILLED VINEGAR (safe) — Acidifier for tang and preservation.
- Salt (moderate) — Main sodium source; keep an eye on it if you use large amounts.
- Sugar (moderate) — Small added sweetener to balance acidity; minor at salsa portions.
- Natural flavor (moderate) — Nonspecific flavoring; the only vague, non-whole ingredient in the jar.
Healthier alternatives
- H-E-B Fresh Guacamole - Mild
- Salsa
- Simply Nature Organic Thick & Chunky Salsa (Medium)
- Simple Truth Organic Medium Salsa
- Simple Truth Organic Thick & Chunky Mild Salsa