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Muir Glen Organic Regular Tomato Saunce
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Muir Glen Organic Regular Tomato Saunce

Muir Glen Organic
15 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
1g
Protein
3g
Sugars
270mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Muir Glen Organic Regular Tomato Sauce arrives on the grocery shelf as a familiar, pantry-friendly staple: a 15‑ounce can in the canned-goods aisle near other tomato products, pasta sauces, canned tomatoes, and Italian meal fixings. The label leans into a farm-to-can story — bright California tomatoes, USDA Organic certification, and a promise of freshness — aimed at shoppers who prize organic provenance and straightforward ingredient lists. It reads as a practical, slightly premium choice for families, home cooks, and health-conscious shoppers who want convenience without artificial additives. The can’s copy and organic seal create a “natural” health halo; there’s no overt kid-targeted branding or indulgent imagery, just clear claims about organic farming and simple ingredients. Processing is simple and familiar: tomatoes are pureed, cooked, acidified with citric acid, sealed, and heat‑processed for shelf life. Sensory notes: the sauce pours smooth and bright, with a slightly thick, velvety texture and a tangy, sun-ripened tomato aroma lifted by subtle onion and garlic notes; sodium is noticeable but not overpowering. Typical use rituals include opening a can to build a quick weeknight pasta, stretching into a soup or chili base, simmering with herbs, or spooning onto pizza dough — recipes that make the can feel like an instant, trustworthy shortcut from field to fork. In American grocery culture this product sits at the intersection of convenience and conscious consumption: familiar, reliable, and pitched as a cleaner, organic alternative to heavily flavored jarred sauces.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 7
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate5g2%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars3g
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

Organic, Tomato, Puree, (Water,, Organic, Tomato, Paste),, Sea, Salt,, Organic, Onion, Powder,, Citric, Acid,, Organic, Garlic, Powder..

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

This is a processed food (NOVA 3): primarily whole tomatoes that have been pureed, heat‑processed and canned with added salt, citric acid, and dried onion/garlic powders, but it lacks the multiple industrial additives and formulations characteristic of ultra‑processed products.

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Common Questions about Muir Glen Organic Regular Tomato Saunce

Absolutely! This sauce is made from organic ingredients and contains no added sugars or preservatives. With only 25 calories per serving, it’s a great option for those looking to add flavor to their meals without a lot of extra calories. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your dietary needs — it’s low in calories, but not super high in protein or fiber.

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