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Canned stewed tomatoes
Calories & nutrition facts
red, ripe
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 26 kcal —
- Protein 0.9 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 5.2 g 2%
- Fat 0.2 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 1 g 4%
- Sugars 3.5 g —
- Sodium 221 mg 10%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 9 µg 1%
- Vitamin C 7.9 mg 9%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 0.83 mg 6%
- Vitamin K 2.4 µg 2%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.05 mg 4%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.04 mg 3%
- Niacin (B3) 0.71 mg 4%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.11 mg 2%
- Vitamin B6 0.02 mg 1%
- Folate (B9) 5 µg 1%
- Vitamin B12 0 µg 0%
- Choline 10.4 mg 2%
Minerals
- Calcium 34 mg 3%
- Iron 1.3 mg 7%
- Magnesium 12 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 20 mg 2%
- Potassium 207 mg 4%
- Zinc 0.17 mg 2%
- Copper 0.11 mg 12%
- Manganese 0.06 mg 3%
- Selenium 0.6 µg 1%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 26 | 0.9 g | 5.2 g | 0.2 g |
| 1 × cup | 255 g | 66 | 2.3 g | 13 g | 0.5 g |
| 2 × cup | 510 g | 133 | 4.6 g | 27 g | 1 g |
| ½ × cup | 127.5 g | 33 | 1.2 g | 6.6 g | 0.2 g |
| 3 × cup | 765 g | 199 | 7 g | 40 g | 1.5 g |
| 4 × cup | 1020 g | 265 | 9.3 g | 53 g | 1.9 g |
Similar foods
- Stewed tomatoesred, ripe, cooked79 kcal / 100 g
- Red ripe stewed canned tomato26 kcal / 100 g
- Canned tomatoesred, ripe, with green chilies15 kcal / 100 g
- Red ripe canned tomatowith green chilies15 kcal / 100 g
- Stewed tomatowith vegetable oil59 kcal / 100 g
- Tomatoestinned24 kcal / 100 g
- Canned tomatoripe, peeled and ground36 kcal / 100 g
- Tomato juice and pulpripened, canned22 kcal / 100 g
- Crushed canned tomato32 kcal / 100 g
- Tomato saucecanned24 kcal / 100 g
Questions about Canned stewed tomatoes
How do you use canned stewed tomatoes in a sauce?
Tip them into the pan with their juices, then simmer uncovered for 15–20 minutes to thicken. Add garlic, herbs or chilli, and break up any large tomato pieces with a spoon.
Can you use canned stewed tomatoes instead of chopped tomatoes?
Yes. They are already cooked and often softer, so they break down quickly in pasta sauces, soups and casseroles; simmer briefly if you want to keep more texture.
How should you store an opened tin of stewed tomatoes?
Transfer the tomatoes and their juice to a covered container and refrigerate promptly. Use within 3–4 days, or freeze in a suitable container for longer storage.
What dishes can you make with canned stewed tomatoes?
Use them as the base for tomato soup, chilli, lentil stew or a quick pasta sauce. They also work well in shakshuka: simmer with spices, make wells in the sauce and cook eggs in it until set.
What is the difference between canned stewed tomatoes and canned tomatoes?
Canned stewed tomatoes are cooked until tender, and may be seasoned or include other vegetables; plain canned tomatoes are usually less cooked and less seasoned. Plain canned tomatoes contain 16 kcal per 100 g, compared with 26 kcal in canned stewed tomatoes.
Are canned stewed tomatoes already cooked?
Yes, they are cooked during processing, so you can eat them without further cooking. Heating them in a dish improves their flavour and lets the sauce thicken.
Are canned stewed tomatoes salty?
They contain 221 mg sodium per 100 g, and some products have added salt. Taste the dish before seasoning, particularly if you are also adding stock, cheese or salty meat.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 170052 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
