Tomato and basil sauce

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Common questions

Is Tomato and basil sauce healthy?

Tomato and basil sauce scores 75/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This tomato and basil sauce is primarily composed of natural ingredients like tomatoes, tomato paste, and herbs, which contribute to its nutritional value.

How processed is Tomato and basil sauce?

Tomato and basil sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tomato and basil sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomatoes, Tomato Paste, Onion 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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Tomato and basil sauce

Baresa
75 Good

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 6
Harmful ingredients 1
Owned by Lidl Stiftung & Co. KG
Category Condiments
Summary

This tomato and basil sauce is primarily composed of natural ingredients like tomatoes, tomato paste, and herbs, which contribute to its nutritional value. However, the addition of refined sugar and the presence of citric acid as an additive slightly detract from its health profile. Despite being processed, the sauce maintains a relatively clean ingredient list with minimal additives, which supports a moderate score.

Key ingredients 9

Tomatoes
Good

Rich in lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that supports heart health and protects cells from oxidative damage.

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Tomato Paste
Good

Concentrated source of tomatoes providing high levels of lycopene and essential nutrients.

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Onion
Good

Provides beneficial antioxidants, fiber, and compounds that support overall immune health.

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Basil
Good

A traditional herb providing aromatic compounds and beneficial plant antioxidants.

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Garlic Puree
Good

Contains beneficial sulfur compounds like allicin, which support immune and cardiovascular health.

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Mixture Of Spices And Herbs
Good

Oregano and black pepper contribute antioxidants and enhance flavor naturally without synthetic additives.

Salt
Neutral

Standard culinary salt used for flavor enhancement and preservation.

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Citric Acid
Neutral

Used as an acidity regulator to maintain freshness and balance the tartness of the tomatoes.

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Sugar
Bad

Refined added sugar.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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