old el paso™ thick 'n chunky salsa
Low in calories (typically 10-15 per serving) with minimal fat, providing modest amounts of vitamin C and lycopene from tomatoes; sodium content is relatively high due to preservation and seasoning.
About
Old El Paso Thick 'n Chunky Salsa is a commercially prepared tomato-based condiment produced by Old El Paso, a subsidiary of General Mills. The product is formulated as a ready-to-serve salsa featuring a thicker consistency and larger vegetable pieces compared to standard liquid salsas, typically containing diced tomatoes, onions, jalapeños, cilantro, and seasonings. The sauce is shelf-stable through pasteurization and standardized ingredients, designed for convenient consumption without preparation. It represents the category of mass-market, convenience-focused salsas developed for the North American market.
Culinary Uses
Old El Paso Thick 'n Chunky Salsa functions as a ready-to-serve condiment and cooking ingredient in contemporary North American kitchens. It is commonly used as a dip for tortilla chips, a topping for Mexican-inspired dishes such as tacos, enchiladas, and nachos, and as a base ingredient in casseroles, rice dishes, and prepared salsas. The thicker consistency makes it suitable for applications where liquid separation would be undesirable. Home cooks use it both as a direct table condiment and as a component in recipes requiring tomato-based salsa with minimal preparation.