Is Old El Paso Mild Sauce, Taco Sauce Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 3 ingredients that contain nightshades.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • chili pepper
  • chili powder
  • tomato paste

chili pepper

Dietitian note

Most peppers, including jalapenos and chilis, are nightshades. However, black and white pepper are derived from peppercorns and thus are not nightshades.

Note by Team Spoonful, Clinical nutrition experts

chili powder
tomato paste

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Description

A mild, tangy taco sauce with a smooth, pourable texture commonly used to top tacos, burritos, nachos, and as a dip or finishing sauce. Reviewers frequently note its gentle heat suitable for children, consistent flavor, and convenient bottle; some mention it can be thinner or milder than expected by consumers.

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Ingredients

Water, Tomato Paste, Sugar, Modified Corn Starch, Salt, White Vinegar, Sea Salt, Spices, Citric Acid, Chili Pepper, Garlic Powder, Chili Powder, Onion Powder.

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About this product

Sauce · Bottle

Flavor
SavorySweetAcidic
Texture
Liquid
Commonly used for
DippingToppingMeal Prep
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