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Roma tomato
Calories & nutrition facts
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Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 18 kcal —
- Protein 1 g 2%
- Carbohydrate 2.4 g 1%
- Fat 0.1 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 1.2 g 4%
- Sugars 2.3 g —
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Questions about Roma tomato
Are Roma tomatoes the same as plum tomatoes?
Roma is a type of plum tomato. In the UK, you’re more likely to see them labelled “plum tomatoes”; they’re oval, with firm, fleshy insides.
How do you make a quick sauce with Roma tomatoes?
Chop them and simmer with olive oil, garlic and a little salt for about 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until thick. Their firm flesh makes a less watery sauce.
Should you keep Roma tomatoes in the fridge?
Leave firm, underripe tomatoes at room temperature until they ripen. Once ripe, you can refrigerate them to slow softening; bring them back to room temperature before eating for better flavour.
Can you freeze Roma tomatoes?
Yes. Wash and dry them, then freeze whole or chopped in a freezer-safe container; the skins may split as they freeze. Use them in cooked sauces or soups rather than salads once thawed.
What are Roma tomatoes good for in British cooking?
Their meaty texture works well in pasta sauce, tomato soup and a vegetable traybake. Roast halved tomatoes cut-side up at 200°C for around 30–40 minutes, then serve with pasta or alongside roasted vegetables.
What can you use instead of Roma tomatoes?
Use ordinary ripe tomatoes in the same weight. For a thick sauce, scoop out some of the watery seeds or simmer the sauce for longer.
Do Roma tomatoes have more fibre than ordinary tomatoes?
Only slightly: Roma tomatoes have 1.2 g of fibre per 100 g, compared with 1.1 g in common tomatoes.
Source: ausnut F009211 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
