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Original Pizza Sauce, 14 OZ
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Original Pizza Sauce, 14 OZ

CARBONE
Available at Whole Foods
45
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Sugars
230mg
Sodium
23
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You’d spot this jar on the pasta and pizza sauce aisle or grab it from the pantry on a family pizza night — it reads like the shortcut to a Sunday-at-nonna’s pizza. The simple ingredient list and herb-forward flavor give a wholesome, nostalgic vibe while still being convenient for quick meals. Its texture comes from pureed and canned tomatoes with added olive oil and salt for preservation and mouthfeel, pointing to a processed but not heavily industrial formulation.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 7
Calories45
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3g4%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium230mg10%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
Total Sugars2g
Protein1g
* 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

ITALIAN, TOMATOES, (WHOLE, PEELED, TOMATOES,, TOMATO, PUREE,, SALT,, BASIL), TOMATO, PUREE, (TOMATOES,, SALT), OLIVE, OIL, CARROTS, ONIONS, SALT, OREGANO, GARLIC, BASIL, BLACK, PEPPER..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • olive oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

Made from recognizable ingredients (whole tomatoes, tomato puree, olive oil, vegetables, herbs, and salt) with no artificial additives or emulsifiers; jarred/canned preservation and added oil/salt indicate processed food rather than an ultra-processed formulation.

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Common Questions about Original Pizza Sauce, 14 OZ

The Carbone pizza sauce is relatively healthy, especially if you're looking for something low in calories and sugar. With only 45 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it’s a solid choice for a flavorful addition to your pizza night. Just remember, healthy also depends on what else you're having with it — a balanced meal is the goal!

Perfect For

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Vibe:

nostalgicwholesomeconvenientcomforting
$6.99
per package