Is Trader Joe's Empanadas De Ropa Vieja Shredded Beef turnovers in Cassava Crust Nightshade Free?

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

Why it's not nightshade free

  • diced red bell peppers
  • diced green bell peppers
  • tomato paste

diced red bell 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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Ingredients

Cassava Crust (Cassava, Cassava Flour, Sunflower Oil, Sugar, Egg White, Salt), Filling (Beef, Water, Tomato Paste [Tomato Paste, Citric Acid (Acidulant)], Diced Onion, Diced Red Bell Peppers, Diced Green Bell Peppers, Salt, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Distilled White Vinegar, Oregano, Coriander Leaf), Sunflower Oil. Contains Egg.

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About this product

Meat · Frozen, Piece

Flavor
SavoryUmamiSalty
Texture
Crispy
Commonly used for
LunchSnackingOn The Go