Why is Salsa ranch classified as ultra‑processed (NOVA 4) and what specific additives does it contain?

The dip includes several industrial ingredients such as modified corn starch, xanthan gum (E415), monosodium glutamate (E621) and disodium guanylate (E627), which are typical of ultra‑processed foods and place it in NOVA group 4.

How does the sugar and salt content in this ranch dip affect a diabetic or hypertensive diet?

With 4.1 g of sugar and 2.5 g of salt per 100 ml, the dip adds a moderate amount of carbohydrate that can raise blood glucose levels and a high amount of sodium that may increase blood pressure, so individuals with diabetes or hypertension should use it sparingly.

Is the egg yolk in this product a concern for people with egg allergy?

Yes, the dip lists egg yolk among its ingredients, so anyone allergic to eggs, and also those sensitive to milk from the sour cream and buttermilk, should avoid this ranch sauce.

Hacendado • 250ml

Salsa ranch

Fat And Sauces

Product Insights

Salsa ranch is a 250 ml creamy dip produced by Hacendado and sold at Mercadona, classified under Dressings and sauces. It delivers a high‑fat (41.5 g per 100 ml), high saturated‑fat (6.6 g) and high‑salt (2.5 g) profile, resulting in a Nutri‑Score of E and a NOVA group 4 rating that marks it as ultra‑processed. The formulation contains egg yolk, sour cream, buttermilk and soy, making it unsuitable for vegans and a potential trigger for egg, milk and soy allergies.

Nutrient Levels

Traffic light indicators

Fat

high

Saturated Fat

high

Sugars

low

Salt

high

Nutritional Values

Values per 100 ml

Energy Kcal402 kcal

Fat41.5 g

Saturated Fat6.6 g

Carbohydrates5 g

Sugars4.1 g

Comparative Analysis

Compared with the average condiment, this ranch dip contains about 3.5 times more fat, twice the saturated fat, roughly half the salt and one‑third the sugar, leading to roughly double the calories per serving.

Ingredients

Aceite de soja, agua, vinagre de alcohol, _nata_ ácida, azúcar, sal, yema de _huevo_, zumo de limón a base de concentrado de zumo de limón, suero de _mantequilla_ en polvo, almidón modificado de maíz, especias, potenciadores de sabor (guanilato disódico, glutamato de monosodio), espesante (goma xantana), hierbas,

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