The perfect cooking companion, canned tomatoes are a source of vitamin C, and contain polyphenols and carotenoids. These antioxidants help protect cells from damage and therefore support a good mood.
*When eaten as part of a healthy varied diet.
Top Tip: Canned tomatoes will last until you’re ready to eat.
Top tip: A long simmer in soups, braises and sauces will soften them up and concentrate their flavors.
Canned tomatoes are available all year-round.
The recommended amount of vegetables you should eat is 5 serves per day.
(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)
Half a cup of canned tomatoes (125g) counts as 1 serve of vegetables.
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Serving size: 75g (1/4 cup, canned, drained) |
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Source: Aust Food Comp Data or ^ USDA |
The recommended amount of vegetables you should eat is 5 serves per day.
(Source: Australian Dietary Guidelines, 2013)
Half a cup of canned tomatoes (125g) counts as 1 serve of vegetables.
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