Signature Select Pasta Sauce

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Is Signature Select Pasta Sauce healthy?

Signature Select Pasta Sauce scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pasta sauce contains beneficial ingredients like diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil, which contribute to its nutritional value and antioxidant content.

How processed is Signature Select Pasta Sauce?

Signature Select Pasta Sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Signature Select Pasta Sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Diced Tomatoes In Juice, Tomatoes, Tomato Paste count in its favor; Canola Oil is flagged as an ingredient of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Signature Select Pasta Sauce

Signature Select
Bioengineered
65 Fair

Analysis updated September 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Albertsons
Category Condiments
Summary

This pasta sauce contains beneficial ingredients like diced tomatoes, tomato paste, garlic, and extra virgin olive oil, which contribute to its nutritional value and antioxidant content. However, the presence of canola oil, a seed oil associated with inflammation, and the product's processed nature limit its health score. The sauce's relatively clean ingredient list and minimal additives are positive factors, but the use of canola oil and its processing level prevent a higher rating.

Key ingredients 13

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Very Good

High-quality monounsaturated fat with anti-inflammatory properties and beneficial antioxidants.

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Diced Tomatoes In Juice
Good

Whole food ingredient rich in lycopene, vitamins, and antioxidants which support overall health.

Tomatoes
Good

Nutritious whole food source providing essential vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants.

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Tomato Paste
Good

Concentrated form of tomatoes that provides rich flavor and beneficial plant compounds.

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Garlic
Good

Aromatic whole food ingredient known for culinary flavor and beneficial sulfur compounds.

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Basil
Good

Herbal ingredient that adds flavor and contains beneficial antioxidants.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Tomato Juice
Neutral

Natural liquid component of tomatoes used for consistency and flavor.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Common organic acid used for preservation and adjusting acidity levels.

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Calcium Chloride
Neutral

Mineral salt used as a firming agent to keep diced tomatoes intact.

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Water
Neutral

Basic liquid ingredient used for proper product consistency.

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Salt
Neutral

Culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Canola Oil
Very Bad

Seed oil that is heavily processed and high in omega-6 fatty acids, which may promote inflammation.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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