Is Trader Joe's Organic Thick and Chunky Salsa Nightshade Free?

No. This product is not nightshades free as it lists 6 ingredients that contain nightshades.

Why it's not nightshade free

  • organic cayenne pepper
  • organic tomato paste
  • organic jalapeno peppers
  • organic tomato juice
  • organic tomatoes
  • organic diced tomatoes

organic cayenne 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

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Description

Thick, chunky salsa offers a bright, tangy profile with mild to moderate heat and pronounced texture, making it suitable for dipping chips, topping tacos, eggs, or incorporating into cooked dishes. Reviewers commonly cite satisfying chunkiness and fresh flavor, while some note occasional variability in spice level and chunk distribution overall.

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Ingredients

Organic Diced Tomatoes (Organic Tomatoes, Organic Tomato Juice, Citric Acid [Acidifier], Calcium Chloride), Water, Organic Jalapeno Peppers, Organic Tomato Paste, Organic Onions, Organic Distilled Vinegar, Organic Dehydrated Onion, Salt, Organic Cayenne Pepper, Organic Dehydrated Garlic.

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About this product

Salsa · Liquid

Flavor
TangySpicySavory
Texture
ChunkyThick
Commonly used for
DippingToppingCookingMeal Prep
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