Marinara sauce

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Is Marinara sauce healthy?

Marinara sauce scores 85/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This marinara sauce features a clean ingredient list with organic tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and a variety of organic herbs and vegetables, all of which contribute beneficial nutrients and antioxidants.

How processed is Marinara sauce?

Marinara sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Marinara sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Organic Tomato Paste, Organic Diced Tomatoes, Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil count in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Marinara sauce

85 Excellent

Analysis updated June 2026 · How Scout scores

$3.18 · 25 oz · $0.13 / ounce
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Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 0
Category Condiments
Summary

This marinara sauce features a clean ingredient list with organic tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and a variety of organic herbs and vegetables, all of which contribute beneficial nutrients and antioxidants. The use of organic ingredients ensures the absence of synthetic chemicals, enhancing the product's health profile. Despite its high processing level, the absence of harmful additives and the use of high-quality ingredients justify a strong score within the processing cap.

Key ingredients 9

Organic Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Very Good

Extra virgin olive oil is a healthy fat that contains antioxidants and supports heart health.

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Organic Tomato Paste
Good

Part of Organic Tomato Purée. This ingredient is rich in natural antioxidants and vitamins, supporting overall health and adding natural flavor.

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Organic Diced Tomatoes
Good

Diced tomatoes provide essential nutrients like vitamin C and lycopene, which are beneficial for health.

Organic Onions
Good

Onions add flavor and contain compounds that may support immune health and reduce inflammation.

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Organic Garlic
Good

Garlic is known for its natural compounds that may promote cardiovascular health and boost immunity.

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Organic Parsley
Good

Parsley provides vitamins and antioxidants that support overall wellness and add fresh flavor.

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Organic Basil
Good

Basil offers aromatic flavor and contains antioxidants that contribute to a healthy diet.

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Water
Neutral

Part of Organic Tomato Purée. This ingredient is rich in natural antioxidants and vitamins, supporting overall health and adding natural flavor.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement but should be consumed in moderation to maintain a balanced diet.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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