Dirty Keto
Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde

Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde

per 2 tbsp (30 g):
1g
net carbs
0g
fats
0g
protein
5
calories

Is Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde Keto?

Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde is considered as 'Dirty Keto' because it is a low-carb processed food that contains unhealthy ingredients like high fructose corn syrup and sodium benzoate.

Dirty Keto

Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde is low in net carbs but it should still be avoided on keto because it contains unhealthy ingredients like high fructose corn syrup and sodium benzoate.

Dirty Keto is a common label for low-carb foods with unhealthy ingredients. You may still reach ketosis and lose weight with dirty keto, but it might also lead to health problems in the long run.

It is better to eat nutritious low-carb foods so you can achieve a healthy weight loss on keto. Great examples of which are broccoli, olives, and mackerel.

You can calculate your ideal daily net carb allowance by using this keto macros calculator.

Contains High Fructose Corn Syrup

High Fructose Corn Syrup is a high-glycemic sweetener that can raise your blood sugar level and prevent you from reaching ketosis.

As an alternative, you may look for other salsa brands that use keto-friendly sweeteners like stevia, monk fruit, or erythritol.

You can check out our full list of best and worst sweeteners for keto here.

Contains Sodium Benzoate

Sodium Benzoate is a controversial additive that is included in our list of food additives to avoid for keto.

Food additives are potentially harmful to health and should be avoided as much as possible.

Most of your diet should come from minimally processed foods to achieve a healthy weight loss on keto.

Net Carb Calculator

Chi-Chi's Mild Salsa Verde
1 g
net carbs
1 g
carbs
0 g
fiber / sugar alcohol
0 g
fats
0 g
protein
5
calories

Ingredients Checker

Ingredients

Tomatillos (Contains Citric Acid [To Acidify]), Jalapeño Peppers, Water, Onions, Contains 2% Or Less Of Salt, Garlic (Contains High Fructose Corn Syrup), Dehydrated Garlic, Sodium Benzoate (Preservative), Spice, Xanthan Gum, Natural Flavoring, Citric Acid (To Acidify).

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