MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE

Common questions

Is MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE healthy?

MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE scores 82/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pasta sauce contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as tomato puree, diced tomatoes, green peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, and imported olive oil, which contribute to its nutritional value and flavor.

How processed is MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE?

MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomato Puree, Diced Tomatoes In Juice, Green Peppers count in its favor; Organic 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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MEIJER, GARDEN COMBO CHUNKY PASTA SAUCE

Meijer
82 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Meijer, Inc.
Category Canned Foods
Summary

This pasta sauce contains a variety of beneficial ingredients such as tomato puree, diced tomatoes, green peppers, mushrooms, zucchini, and imported olive oil, which contribute to its nutritional value and flavor. The presence of organic sugar is a minor concern, as it adds unnecessary calories without essential nutrients. Despite being processed, the sauce maintains a clean ingredient list with minimal additives, allowing it to score well within its category.

Key ingredients 14

Tomato Puree
Good

Provides a rich source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health and cellular protection.

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Diced Tomatoes In Juice
Good

Offers natural vitamins, minerals, and dietary fiber while contributing to the rich, chunky texture of the sauce.

Green Peppers
Good

Packed with vitamin C and essential antioxidants that support immune function and overall health.

Imported Olive Oil
Good

A healthy source of monounsaturated fats and antioxidants that support cardiovascular health.

Garlic
Good

Whole food with well-documented cardiovascular and immune benefits.

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Spices
Good

Whole-food seasonings, antioxidant-bearing.

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Parsley
Good

Beneficial ingredient — whole-food or functional value in this product class.

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Mushrooms
Neutral

A whole food providing dietary fiber, B vitamins, and essential minerals with no negative health impacts.

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Zucchini
Neutral

A wholesome vegetable adding fiber, vitamins, and minerals to the sauce.

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Celery Carrots
Neutral

Whole vegetables that contribute fiber, vitamins, and natural flavor to the blend.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement.

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Dehydrated Onions
Neutral

Provides savory depth and natural flavor without artificial additives.

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Lemon Juice
Neutral

Natural fruit juice used to add brightness and acidity, containing vitamin C.

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Organic Sugar
Bad

Processed additive flagged under Scout's ingredient doctrine.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

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