Is Marinara / tomato sauce good for you?
Marinara / tomato sauce is a condiment. It has about 7 g net carbs and 1.5 g protein per 100 g. Here's how Susta judges it — and why the answer changes with your goal.
Marinara / tomato sauce: verdict by goal
The details
Blood sugar: Real tomato sauce is fine — the trap is jars with added sugar (some add several teaspoons). Choose 'no sugar added' and it's a low-GI base for zoodles and proteins.
How to choose: No-added-sugar; olive oil not soybean oil.
How to use it: Over zoodles, meatballs, or baked fish.
How to store: Fridge after opening.
Sensible portion: ½ cup, few×/week
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