Is Trader Joe's Eggplant Garlic Spread with Sweet Red Peppers Nightshade Free?

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

Why it's not nightshade free

  • sweet red peppers
  • tomato paste
  • eggplant

sweet red peppers

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

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Description

Smoky, savory spread with sweet undertones and a slightly chunky, creamy texture; commonly used as a dip, crostini topping, sandwich spread, or tossed into pasta. Reviewers note bold, well-balanced flavor and versatility for appetizers and snacks, while a minority mention strong seasoning and noticeable texture bits in online customer feedback.

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Ingredients

Eggplant, sweet red peppers, water, sunflower oil, tomato paste, cane sugar, sea salt, dried garlic, glucono delta-lactone (acidifier).

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About this product

Spread · Spreadable

Flavor
SmokySavorySweetGarlicky
Texture
CreamyChunky
Commonly used for
DippingSandwichToppingCooking