Ortega, Taco Dinner Kit
Processing Score
11.0Ultra-Processed
02.55.08.010+
Nutrition Score
5.5/10Good
The processing score reflects 31 ingredients, including preservatives, corn syrup, modified ingredients, plus 2 more we flag. The nutrition score reflects high sodium.
Nutrition Highlights
Little Or No Cholesterol ListedGood Fiber Source
Nutrient Alerts
High Sodium
Data Updated
Oct 18, 2026
UPC
039000008181
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Nutrition Facts
Serving size53 g
Amount per serving
Calories
150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 6g
8%
Saturated Fat 0.5g
3%
Trans Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg
0%
Sodium 730mg
32%
Total Carbohydrate 22g
8%
Dietary Fiber 2g
7%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 2g
Calcium 150mg
12%
Iron 1.1mg
6%
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Ingredients
22 listed · 6 flagged for reviewSHELLS: WHOLE GRAIN YELLOW CORN, HIGH OLEIC CANOLA OIL, WATER, CORN FLOUR, SALT, HYDRATED LIME. TACO SAUCE: TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), CORN SYRUP, DISTILLED VINEGAR, MODIFIED CORN STARCH, SPICES, PAPRIKA, CITRIC ACID, GREEN CHILI POWDER, SODIUM BENZOATE, XANTHAN GUM, ONION POWDER. TACO SEASONING: YELLOW CORN FLOUR, MALTODEXTRIN, SUGAR, GARLIC POWDER, YEAST EXTRACT, NATURAL FLAVOR, SILICON DIOXIDE.
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Why Does This Score Ultra-Processed?
In our analysis, Ortega, Taco Dinner Kit scores Ultra-Processed. That classification is shaped by ingredients commonly associated with ultra-processed foods:
- Corn-Based Sweeteners (Corn Syrup): HFCS is a hallmark of ultra-processed foods.
- Modified Starches (Modified Corn Starch): Chemical modification is a hallmark of UPF.
- Chemical Preservatives (Sodium Benzoate): Synthetic preservatives are UPF indicators.
- Stabilizers & Gums (Xanthan Gum): Industrial stabilizers common in UPF.
- Natural Flavors (Natural Flavor): Despite being natural, these are highly processed extracts.
Within Boxed Dinners & Sides, this product is more processed than about 53% of the 4,145 products we've analyzed.
Processing classification reflects ingredient and additive analysis, not a judgment of any product's safety, quality, or healthfulness.
What These Ingredients Tell Us
We group Ortega, Taco Dinner Kit's ingredients into ingredient categories and note how each relates to food processing. The notes below describe the category, not this specific product's formulation.
- Vegetable OilsProcessing indicator
In this product: High Oleic Canola Oil.
Natural oils are minimally processed, hydrogenated oils indicate UPF.
- Salt & SodiumProcessing indicator
In this product: Salt.
Basic preservative, but high amounts indicate processing.
- Food AcidsProcessing indicator
In this product: Citric Acid.
Common in both traditional and industrial foods.
- Sugars & Natural SweetenersProcessing indicator
In this product: Maltodextrin, Sugar.
Natural sugars acceptable in moderation, excessive amounts indicate UPF.
- Industrial FermentationProcessing indicator
In this product: Yeast Extract.
Industrial fermentation for additive production.
- Anti-Caking AgentsProcessing indicator
In this product: Silicon Dioxide.
Common in powdered processed foods.
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About our scores and this content
Processing and Nutrition Scores reflect the ingredient lists and nutrient data we observe; they are our analysis, not absolute measures of health. Read the full methodology. This information is provided for general nutrition education and is not medical, health, or dietary advice. Product formulations change often, so check the actual label before purchasing, and consult a registered dietitian or your physician for personal guidance.
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