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Organic Tomato Sauce, 8 OZ
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Organic Tomato Sauce, 8 OZ

MUIR GLEN
Available at Whole Foods
25
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Sugars
260mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
17
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this small jar in the pasta-sauce or organic pantry section — a grab-and-go staple for quick weeknight meals or to keep on the shelf for last-minute cooking. It gives off a wholesome, nostalgic home-cooking vibe: simple tomato flavor without heavy bells and whistles. The ingredient list shows mechanical processing (puree, paste) and minimal preservatives (citric acid, salt), so it’s a processed pantry item with a smooth, shelf-stable texture rather than an ultra-processed industrial mix.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 3
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium260mg11%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
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

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?

Made from organic tomato puree/paste with only salt, dried seasonings and citric acid for stability — ingredients reflect mechanical processing and simple preservation rather than the many industrial additives characteristic of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Organic Tomato Sauce, 8 OZ

Absolutely, this tomato sauce is a great choice if you're looking for something wholesome! With just 25 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it’s a great pantry staple. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things for different diets, so if you're watching your sodium intake, keep that in mind!

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$1.49
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