
Newman's Own Pasta Sauce, Marinara 24 oz
What You Should Know
Newman's Own Marinara 24 oz reads like a familiar pantry anchor: a mid-sized glass jar of shelf-stable tomato sauce shelved in the pasta and canned tomato aisle, usually stacked beside other jarred sauces, pastas, canned tomatoes and a short hop from olive oil and Italian spices. It fits routine grocery runs where shoppers are restocking basics for weeknight dinners, quick family meals, or simple entertaining. The brand leans into an approachable, slightly premium-but-everyday positioning — Paul Newman's legacy of philanthropy and “real food” storytelling gives it a trustworthy, family-friendly halo that targets mainstream shoppers who want convenience without seeming overly processed. The label emphasizes simple ingredients (tomato, olive oil, herbs) and may evoke “natural” or clean-eating cues; it’s not marketed as organic but reads as a straightforward, honest pantry choice rather than a kid-focused or indulgent product. In plain processing terms, it’s a cooked, jarred tomato product — commercially prepared and shelf-stable but not full of artificial additives. Sensory notes: glossy, deep-red sauce with both smooth puree and visible diced tomato pieces, a gentle olive-oil sheen, and aromatic basil, garlic and black pepper on the nose; texture is spoonable and clings to pasta, warming easily in a saucepan. Packaged in a screw-top glass jar, it invites the ritual of simmering in a pan, stirring in meat or vegetables, or spooning over pasta or polenta for a quick, comforting family meal. It’s a convenient pantry staple that reads wholesome and familiar in American grocery culture.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Tomato, Puree, (Water,, Tomato, Paste),, Diced, Tomatoes, in, Tomato, Juice,, Extra, Virgin, Olive, Oil,, Carrot, Puree,, Sea, Salt,, Basil,, Garlic,, Onion*,, Citric, Acid,, Black, Pepper,, Oregano*., *Dried..
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Processed Food
Why this score?
The sauce is a processed culinary product made from whole tomato ingredients, oil, salt and herbs with heat treatment and a preservative step (shelf-stable jar), but it lacks the industrial additives and formulations typical of ultra-processed foods. Its ingredient list reflects commercial processing rather than extensive industrial reformulation.
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Common Questions about Newman's Own Pasta Sauce, Marinara 24 oz
Newman's Own Marinara is a solid choice if you're looking for a simple, flavorful sauce without a long list of additives. It’s relatively low in calories at 80 per serving and has no added sugars or preservatives. That said, it's important to remember that 'healthy' can be subjective — it really depends on your dietary needs and what you're pairing it with!
