Ingredient

Vegetable Extract

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Source
Not animal-derived
Allergen
No
Role in food
Manufacturers use vegetable extracts to add or enhance flavor in a wide variety of …

What it is

Vegetable extract is a broad term for a liquid or semi-solid substance derived from vegetables. It is produced by extracting compounds from vegetables using water, alcohol, or other solvents, often followed by concentration.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use vegetable extracts to add or enhance flavor in a wide variety of foods. They can provide savory, sweet, or umami notes and are commonly found in sauces, soups, marinades, and prepared meals.

Health notes

In the US, many vegetable extracts are considered Generally Recognized As Safe (GRAS) by the FDA for their intended use. Regulatory bodies like JECFA and EFSA have evaluated many individual vegetable-derived compounds. At typical consumption levels, they are not associated with adverse health effects. Evidence does not suggest significant health concerns from their use in food.

Allergen info

Vegetable extracts are not derived from major allergens. However, the specific vegetable source should be checked if there are concerns about less common allergies.

Products containing Vegetable Extract

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Risvold's Inc. Garden Spinach Dip Dips & Salsa 333kcal 3.3Protein 33.3Fat 6.7Carbs Computer Companions Randy Lee's BBQ Sauce, Apple Ketchup, Mustard, BBQ & Cheese Sauce 81kcal 0Protein 0Fat 16.1Carbs Khong Guan Corporation Hong Kong Style Radish Cake Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres 100kcal 1Protein 1.5Fat 21Carbs Papa Pasquale Ravioli and Pasta Co., Inc. Cavatelli With Broccoli Rabe Frozen Dinners & Entrees 230kcal 6.2Protein 15.0Fat 22.1Carbs Next Wave Seafood, Inc. Cod Fillet With Veggies & Lemon Pepper Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 33% DV per serving High in cholesterol — 21% DV per serving 98kcal 11.4Protein 4.7Fat 2.8Carbs House Foods, Vermont Curry Soup Mix, Apple & Honey, Apple & Honey House Foods Corporation House Foods, Vermont Curry Soup Mix, Apple & Honey, Apple & Honey Oriental, Mexican & Ethnic Sauces High in sodium — 38% DV per serving 526kcal 5.3Protein 36.8Fat 47.4Carbs Ajinomoto Foods North America, Inc. Mini Quesadillas Chicken & Cheese Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 25% DV per serving 247kcal 10.6Protein 9.4Fat 29.4Carbs Chuckanut Bay Foods, LLC Fruit Cake Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes 380kcal 6Protein 26Fat 32Carbs Whole Grain Chocolate Hazelnut Pillows Snack, Chocolate Hazelnut Arruda's Dairy Farms Whole Grain Chocolate Hazelnut Pillows Snack, Chocolate Hazelnut Cereal 377kcal 3.3Protein 13.3Fat 70Carbs Friendly Ice Cream Corp. Sundae Ice Cream, Cherry Chocolate Chunk Ice Cream & Frozen Yogurt High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving 252kcal 3.2Protein 11.4Fat 34.1Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Shrimp Wonton Soup Frozen Appetizers & Hors D'oeuvres High in sodium — 42% DV per serving 90kcal 5.5Protein 1.4Fat 13.1Carbs Ahold USA, Inc. Beef Salsa Verde Cooked & Prepared High in sodium — 37% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 150kcal 12.9Protein 8.6Fat 4.3Carbs
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Last updated: September 28, 2026

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