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Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE

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Is Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE healthy?

Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This tomato sauce is moderately processed, containing a few simple ingredients like tomato puree, sea salt, and spices, which are generally beneficial.

How processed is Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE?

Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Sea Salt, Garlic Powder, Spices count in its favor; Sugar 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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Contadina ROMA TOMATOES SAUCE

Contadina
65 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 3
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Del Monte Foods Inc.
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This tomato sauce is moderately processed, containing a few simple ingredients like tomato puree, sea salt, and spices, which are generally beneficial. However, the presence of refined sugar, which is highly processed and offers no nutritional benefits, slightly detracts from its healthiness. The product's processing level limits its score, despite having a relatively clean ingredient list with minimal additives.

Key ingredients 8

Sea Salt
Good

Minimally processed unrefined mineral salt that provides sodium and trace minerals.

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Garlic Powder
Good

Concentrated whole-food seasoning.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Tomato Puree
Neutral

Made from water and tomato paste, providing a base of crushed tomatoes without artificial additives.

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Water
Neutral

Used to achieve the desired consistency and texture of the sauce.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Used to maintain proper acidity and preserve freshness.

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Onion Powder
Neutral

Dehydrated onion used for savory flavor enhancement.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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