Ingredient

Crushed Tomatillos

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

Role in food

Manufacturers use crushed tomatillos to add a tart, citrus-like flavor and green color to …

What it is

Crushed tomatillos are made from the tomatillo, a small, green fruit native to Mexico. Tomatillos are related to tomatoes and husk tomatoes. They are typically crushed or pureed for use in food products.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use crushed tomatillos to add a tart, citrus-like flavor and green color to foods. They are a key ingredient in Mexican and Southwestern cuisine, commonly found in salsas, sauces, dips, and enchiladas.

Health notes

Crushed tomatillos are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA when used as a food ingredient. They are a source of vitamins and fiber. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated tomatillos and their components.

Allergen info

Tomatillos are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.

Products containing Crushed Tomatillos

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Topco Associates, Inc. Chicken Enchiladas Entree Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 120kcal 4.7Protein 3.3Fat 16.4Carbs General Mills, Inc. Chicken Enchiladas Verde Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving 122kcal 6.3Protein 4.8Fat 13.2Carbs Frito-Lay Company Medium Salsa Verde Made With Real Tomatillos, Medium Dips & Salsa 26kcal 0Protein 0Fat 5.3Carbs CASA DEL SABOR Original Homestyle Salsa Verde, Original Homestyle Dips & Salsa 61kcal 3.0Protein 0Fat 12.1Carbs Wildly Delicious Preserve Co. Ltd. Tomatillo & Jalapeno Bruschetta Pickles, Olives, Peppers & Relishes 78kcal 3.1Protein 4.7Fat 9.4Carbs Bellisio Foods Inc Eat!, La Vida Tomatillo Chicken Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 89kcal 5.2Protein 1.7Fat 13.8Carbs JC USA, Inc. Baja-Style Chicken Quesadilla With White Meat Chicken, Cheese, And Tomatillo Salsa, Baja-Style Chicken Quesadilla Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 20% DV per serving 195kcal 10.6Protein 8.0Fat 22.1Carbs Safeway, Inc. Mild Mole Rojo Cooking Sauce, Mild Mole Rojo Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 29% DV per serving 68kcal 1.7Protein 2.5Fat 11.9Carbs Green Fork, LLC Pepper Jack Cheese & Green Chile Sauce Bean & Cheese Handmade Burrito, Pepper Jack Cheese & Green Chile Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 32% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 258kcal 9.9Protein 7.5Fat 37.1Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company Chicken Enchiladas Suiza Stuffed With Premium Pulled Chicken Topped With A Blend Of Cheeses And A Zesty Sour Cream Sauce Over Corn, Black Beans And Bell Peppers, Chicken Enchiladas Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 43% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 135kcal 5.9Protein 5.3Fat 16.2Carbs Kraft Heinz Foods Company White Chicken Chili Soup With A Twist Of Cauliflower, White Chicken Chili Chili & Stew High in sodium — 30% DV per serving 42kcal 2.4Protein 1.0Fat 5.5Carbs Conagra Brands, Inc. Roasted Chicken Verde Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 94kcal 5.7Protein 1.4Fat 14.3Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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