Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce

Common questions

Is Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce healthy?

Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce scores 65/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. This pasta sauce contains beneficial ingredients like plum tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh onions, which contribute vitamins, antioxidants, and healthy fats.

How processed is Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce?

Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce is NOVA Group 3: Processed Foods.

How does Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce compare to other pasta sauce?

Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce ranks #8 of 8 pasta sauce in Scout's independent rankings. The current top score in the category is Rao's Homemade Marinara Sauce at 95/100.

Which ingredients drive Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce's score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Plum Tomatoes in Puree, Tomato Puree, Fresh Onions count in its favor; Sugar, Soybean Oil are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Sprouts Marinara Pasta Sauce

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Beneficial ingredients 7
Harmful ingredients 2
Category Pasta Sauce
Summary

This pasta sauce contains beneficial ingredients like plum tomatoes, olive oil, and fresh onions, which contribute vitamins, antioxidants, and healthy fats. However, the presence of refined sugar and soybean oil, a highly processed seed oil, detracts from its healthfulness. The processing level of the product also limits its score, as it is not minimally processed.

Key ingredients 8

Olive Oil
Very Good

A healthy fat rich in monounsaturated fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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Plum Tomatoes in Puree
Good

This ingredient is a natural source of vitamins and antioxidants, contributing to a healthy diet.

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Tomato Puree
Good

Provides essential nutrients and enhances flavor without artificial additives.

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Fresh Onions
Good

Onions add flavor and contain beneficial compounds that support overall health.

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Garlic
Good

Garlic adds flavor and contains compounds that may support immune health.

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Salt
Neutral

Standard formulation ingredient — neither beneficial nor harmful at typical use.

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Sugar
Bad

Added sugar can contribute to excess calorie intake and affect blood sugar levels.

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Soybean Oil
Very Bad

Highly processed oil that may contain trans fats and omega-6 fatty acids in excess.

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Processing

Group 3 · Processed

Processed Foods

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