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Sweet and tangy French style dressing
Sweet and tangy French style dressing by Best Choice provides 300 kcal per 100 g, with 26.7 g of sugars and 0 g of protein. That is 239% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Salad dressings category. Contains: soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 kcal | 295 |
| Total fat | 20 g | 27.5 −27% |
| Saturated fat | 3.3 g | 3.5 −5% |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 10.8 +178% |
| Total sugars | 26.7 g | 7.9 +239% |
| Protein | 0 g | 1.2 −100% |
| Salt | 2.8 g | 2.1 +37% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 1818 Salad dressings products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other salad dressings
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
SUGAR, TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), DISTILLED VINEGAR, SOYBEAN OIL, WATER, SALT, MODIFIED FOOD STARCH, PHOSPHORIC ACID, DRIED ONION, XANTHAN GUM, GUAR GUM, DRIED GARLIC, RED 40, BLUE 1, POTASSIUM SORBATE, CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA
- Allergens
- Soybeans
Additives 7
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
Red 40 (E129) and Blue 1 (E133) are among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Red 40 (E129) and Blue 1 (E133) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 40 (E129) and Blue 1 (E133) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Red 40 (E129) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 40, Blue 1.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 0070038352082
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sweet and tangy French style dressing?
Sweet and tangy French style dressing contains 300 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Sweet and tangy French style dressing?
Sweet and tangy French style dressing has 26.7 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sweet and tangy French style dressing healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
What allergens does Sweet and tangy French style dressing contain?
According to the label data it contains: Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Sweet and tangy French style dressing contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 40 (E129) and Blue 1 (E133). FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using them by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bars them from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with Red 40 (E129). Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 16, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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