Simple Truth Organic Unsweetened Applesauce Pouches — MUNCH

Munch or Dump rates Simple Truth Organic Unsweetened Applesauce Pouches by Simple Truth Organic MUNCH — score 100/90.

Just organic apples, water, and a touch of vitamin C to keep the color from browning. No added sugar, no fruit-juice-concentrate tricks, no preservatives. This is exactly what a lunchbox applesauce should be.

Why this verdict

• Three real ingredients: organic apples, water, ascorbic acid
• No added sugar or fruit-juice-concentrate sweeteners
• NOVA 1, minimally processed
• Ascorbic acid is simply vitamin C used to preserve color

Ingredients (3)

• Organic Apples (safe) — Whole fruit puree, the base of the product and a source of fiber and natural sugars.
• Water (safe) — Packing liquid; keeps calories and fat minimal versus oil-packed.
• ascorbic acid (safe) — Vitamin C used here to protect the green color from oxidizing.