For many Brits, salad cream is a nostalgic staple – a tangy, creamy condiment that elevates everything from sandwiches to salads. But with so many supermarket own-brands on the shelves, which one truly delivers the best flavour and value?
We conducted a blind taste test with a panel of food lovers to find out. Here’s how the leading supermarket salad creams stacked up.
The Contenders
We gathered salad creams from major UK supermarkets, including Tesco, Sainsbury’s, Asda, Aldi, and Heinz – the original brand that started it all. Each was sampled anonymously to ensure unbiased results.
The Taste Test
Our panel judged each salad cream on:
- Flavour: Balance of tanginess and creaminess
- Texture: Smoothness and consistency
- Value: Price versus quality
The Surprising Winner
While Heinz is often considered the gold standard, our test revealed a dark horse: Aldi’s own-brand salad cream took the top spot. Praised for its perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, it also comes at a fraction of the price of the leading brand.
Rankings at a Glance
- Aldi – Best overall
- Heinz – Classic but pricier
- Tesco – Good mid-range option
- Sainsbury’s – Slightly too sweet
- Asda – Lacked depth of flavour
Whether you’re a salad cream loyalist or a curious first-timer, our taste test proves you don’t always need to splurge for quality. Sometimes, the budget option comes out on top!
