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Tuttorosso Tomato Sauce
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Tuttorosso Tomato Sauce

Tuttorosso
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
15
Calories
1g
Protein
2g
Sugars
280mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
27
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tuttorosso Tomato Sauce (8 oz) arrives as a compact, shelf-stable pantry staple you’d spot in the canned tomatoes and pasta-sauce aisle, shelved near crushed tomatoes, pizza sauces, and dried pasta. It reads as an every‑day Italian‑American product aimed at cooks who want a quick tomato base without opening a whole can of tomatoes. Shoppers reach for it on weeknight grocery runs, in storm‑prep hauls when stocking shelves with small, ready-to-use jars or cans, or during meal‑prep sessions when portion control matters. The brand positioning leans traditional and no‑frills: Tuttorosso projects an old‑world, home‑cooking heritage that resonates with budget‑minded families, busy parents, and anyone seeking an honest, familiar pantry ingredient rather than a premium artisanal sauce. The label often emphasizes vine‑ripened tomatoes and simple ingredient language; you may see subtle health halos like 'naturally derived' next to citric acid or 'tomato puree' front-and-center, but there’s no organic certification on this ingredient list. In plain terms the product is a processed, shelf-stable tomato sauce ready to use straight from the can. Sensory cues: a smooth, slightly thick red sauce with a simmered tomato aroma, faint onion and garlic notes, and small flecks of dried bell pepper; it pours easily and is spoonable onto pasta, stirred into soups, or spread thinly as a quick pizza base. Rituals include warming it in a saucepan, stretching it with cream or broth, or spooning it over noodles for an instant family dinner—quick, practical, and reliably familiar in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.25 cup
Servings per Container: 3.5
Calories15
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium280mg12%
Total Carbohydrate3g1%
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

Tomato, Puree, (Water,, Tomato, Paste, from, Vine-Ripened, Tomatoes),, Water,, Less, than, 2%, of:, Salt,, Onion, Powder,, Garlic, Powder,, Citric, Acid, (Naturally, Derived),, Natural, Flavors,, Dehydrated, Bell, Pepper..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This ready-to-use, shelf-stable sauce contains industrially processed ingredients such as 'natural flavors', citric acid, and powdered/dehydrated seasonings, consistent with ultra-processed food criteria. The product is formulated and packaged for convenience rather than minimal processing.

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Common Questions about Tuttorosso Tomato Sauce

That really depends on what 'healthy' means for you! With only 15 calories per serving and no added sugars or preservatives, it’s a great option if you're looking for a low-calorie sauce. Just keep in mind that it’s not particularly high in fiber or protein, so pairing it with whole grains or protein can give you a more balanced meal.

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