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Cal Sundried Tomatoes Halves
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Cal Sundried Tomatoes Halves

California Sun-Dry
3 oz
Available at Foodtown
40
Calories
2g
Protein
4g
Sugars
15mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
10
Ingredients

What You Should Know

California Sun-Dry Cal Sundried Tomatoes Halves present a sun-warmed, pantry-friendly take on a Mediterranean pantry staple. In-store you’ll typically find this 3 oz resealable pouch in the international or pasta aisle among antipasti and jarred vegetables — near olives, roasted peppers, capers, specialty pastas and gourmet cheeses — and sometimes with dried fruits and nuts. The brand leans into an artisanal, California-grown story: summer-dried, cooled by evening breezes, and packed to preserve that concentrated tomato flavor. It’s positioned toward home cooks who want a shortcut to bold, savory flavor — people who assemble charcuterie boards, toss quick pasta dishes, top salads and pizzas, or stir into grain bowls. Packaging and front-panel cues emphasize naturalness and convenience: “100% Sun-Dried Tomatoes,” “extra moist,” “ready to eat,” plus nutrition callouts like “fat free” and “gluten free”; there’s no organic badge and the ingredient statement quietly notes sulfur dioxide to retain color. Processing context (plain language): these are fresh tomatoes dried in the sun and lightly preserved then sealed, so they’re more processed than a raw tomato but still a simple, single-ingredient pantry item. Sensory details: small, leathery-but-tender halves with an intense sweet-tart tomatoiness and a concentrated, chewy texture; the resealable pouch invites snack-sized scoops and measured additions to recipes. Rituals around use include spooning onto crostini for appetizers, stirring into warm pasta, or tossing with olive oil and herbs for an instant bruschetta; the product trades fresh tomato juiciness for portability and an amplified, sunny flavor.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories40
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium15mg1%
Total Carbohydrate8g3%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars4g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

100%, Sun-Dried, Tomatoes, Prepared, with, Sulfur, Dioxide, to, Retain, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sulfur Dioxide - Synthetic preservative
No Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product is made from sun-dried tomatoes with a single preservative (sulfur dioxide) and packaged ready-to-eat; the minimal ingredient list and simple processing place it in NOVA group 3 as a processed food rather than unprocessed or ultra-processed.

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Common Questions about Cal Sundried Tomatoes Halves

Absolutely, these sundried tomatoes are a healthy addition to your pantry! At just 40 calories per serving, they offer a good dose of flavor without a lot of guilt. They’re low in sugar and fat, making them a great option for adding depth to salads, pastas, or even as a snack, especially when compared to higher-calorie options like chips.

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