Is Trader Joe's Dairy Free Shredded Spicy Mexican Style Blend Cheese Alternative Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 7 ingredients that contain nightshades.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • ground cayenne chili pepper
  • paprika oleoresin
  • dried red jalapeno peppers
  • tomato granules
  • dried red bell pepper
  • potato starch
  • modified potato starch

ground cayenne 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.

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Description

Shredded Mexican-style blend offers a pronounced spicy kick and savory, tangy undertones, with a pliant, slightly elastic melt that browns and stretches modestly. Commonly used on tacos, nachos, quesadillas, burritos and casseroles. Reviewers note satisfying heat and convenience, while some mention occasional graininess or less creamy melt than traditional cheese.

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Ingredients

CALCIUM, WATER, COCONUT OIL, MODIFIED TAPIOCA STARCH, MODIFIED POTATO STARCH, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, POTATO STARCH, SEA SALT, DEXTROSE, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SEASONING BLEND (SPICES, SALT, DRIED RED BELL PEPPER, BROWN SUGAR, TOMATO GRANULES, DEHYDRATED GARLIC, DEHYDRATED ONION, GLUCOSE SYRUP [CORN], SPICE EXTRACT), LENTIL PROTEIN, DRIED RED JALAPENO PEPPERS, NATURAL FLAVOR, OLIVE EXTRACT, GROUND CAYENNE CHILI PEPPER, CUMIN, PAPRIKA OLEORESIN (COLOR), BETA CAROTENE (COLOR).

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About this product

Cheese · Flake, Piece

Flavor
SpicySavoryTangy
Texture
GooeyCreamy
Commonly used for
ToppingCookingMeal Prep