Common questions

Is Passata healthy?

Passata scores 95/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — one of the stronger scores in Scout's catalog. This product consists primarily of tomatoes, which are minimally processed and retain their nutritional benefits, including high levels of antioxidants like lycopene.

How processed is Passata?

Passata is NOVA Group 1: Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Passata's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Tomatoes counts in its favor. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Passata

Name: Passata
Brand: Coles

Coles

Excellent

Analysis updated July 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1

Harmful ingredients 0

Category Passata

Summary

This product consists primarily of tomatoes, which are minimally processed and retain their nutritional benefits, including high levels of antioxidants like lycopene. The addition of citric acid is minimal and serves as a natural preservative, maintaining the product's freshness without compromising its healthfulness.

Key ingredients 2

Tomatoes

Good

Rich in lycopene, vitamins, and antioxidants that support overall health and well-being.

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Citric Acid

Neutral

Used as a natural preservative and to maintain proper acidity levels.

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Processing

Group 1 · Minimally processed

Unprocessed or Minimally Processed Foods

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