Best Foods Vegan Dressing & Spread
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Calorie Density
- Protein
Verdict
Best Foods Vegan Dressing & Spread is a plant-based condiment designed as a creamy alternative to traditional mayonnaise. Its main strength is the relatively low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a convenient flavor enhancer for those seeking a familiar, rich texture.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Use it as a creamy base for a vegan potato salad or spread it on a veggie wrap.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is dominated by fat, resulting in high calorie density without significant protein or fiber to balance the energy.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs | 1g | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from canola oil, modified food starches, and distilled vinegar. This combination relies on stabilizers and natural flavors to achieve its consistency and shelf stability.
Ingredients
Canola Oil, Water, Modified Food Starch (Potato, Corn), Distilled Vinegar, Less than 2% of: Sugar, Salt, Lemon Juice Concentrate, Sorbic Acid and Calcium Disodium EDTA (Used to Protect Quality), Natural Flavor, Paprika Extract (for Color).
