Kraft
Is Kraft Thousand Island Dressing healthy?
Thousand Island Dressing
Longevity Score
38/100
Food Integrity Score
38/100
Consider Avoiding
At least one major score is weak enough that many people will want a clearer alternative for regular use.
Quick answer
Consider Avoiding
Kraft thousand island dressing is rated consider avoiding overall, with a Longevity Score of 38 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 38 out of 100. Dressing built mainly on soybean oil and sugar with preservatives and additives; calorie-dense with little fiber or protein. Strengths include tomato and egg yolk ingredients and low protein and fiber but no artificial sweeteners, while main considerations include soybean oil is a prominent seed oil, added sugar and preservatives like potassium sorbate, and sodium around 260 mg per 2 tbsp.
Longevity Score 38/100Food Integrity Score 38/100
What helped the score?
- Contains tomato and egg yolk ingredients
- Low protein and fiber but no artificial sweeteners
What held the score back?
- Soybean oil is a prominent seed oil
- Added sugar and preservatives like potassium sorbate
- Sodium around 260 mg per 2 Tbsp
Ingredients
Ingredient list
SOYBEAN OIL, TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), VINEGAR, SUGAR, CHOPPED PICKLES (CUCUMBERS, VINEGAR, SALT, XANTHAN GUM, POTASSIUM SORBATE [AS A PRESERVATIVE], CALCIUM CHLORIDE, OLEORESIN TURMERIC), EGG YOLKS, WATER, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF SALT, NATURAL FLAVOR, MUSTARD FLOUR, DRIED ONIONS, DRIED RED BELL PEPPERS, XANTHAN GUM, CITRIC ACID, PAPRIKA EXTRACT, OLEORESIN TURMERIC, SOY LECITHIN, POTASSIUM SORBATE AND CALCIUM DISODIUM EDTA (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS).
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 30 g (2 Tbsp)
- Calories1307% DV
- Protein0g0% DV
- Total Carbs4g1% DV
- Fiber0g0% DV
- Total Fat12g15% DV
- Saturated Fat2g10% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Kraft Thousand Island Dressing
- Brand
- Kraft
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Salad Dressing & Mayonnaise)
- GTIN / UPC
00021000646173- Serving size
- 30 g (2 Tbsp)
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Low-Spike Stability
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Lower net carbs (4g)
GLP-1 Eating Support
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (0g)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
Watch-outsMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener signals (Sugar)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Modest calories per serving (130 kcal)
Athletic Fueling
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower carbs for fueling (4g)
Workout Recovery
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (0g)
Strength & Protein Focus
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (0g)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "tomato", "pepper". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "egg". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "egg". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Lower net carbs (4g)
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener signals (Sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener signals (Sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Sweetener signals (Sugar)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "flour", "soy". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Higher unsaturated fat (10g)
Heart-Healthy Eating
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Keto-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Mediterranean-Style Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Kraft Thousand Island Dressing highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Kraft Thousand Island Dressing shows about 0g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Kraft Thousand Island Dressing: 4g added sugar per serving; sweetener signals include Sugar. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Contains tomato and egg yolk ingredients; Low protein and fiber but no artificial sweeteners.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: Soybean oil is a prominent seed oil; Added sugar and preservatives like potassium sorbate; Sodium around 260 mg per 2 Tbsp.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same prepared meals differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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