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Low calorie, source of lycopene, fiber-rich, antioxidant
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
1 piece (medium) of Oven-baked Tomatoes (80 g) has 18 calories. That works out to 22 calories per 100 g. It contains 3.3 g of carbs, 0.9 g of protein, 0.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 10.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 12% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Oven-baked Tomatoes are made by roasting whole or halved tomatoes until their flesh softens and some of their moisture evaporates. They may be seasoned with olive oil, garlic and herbs, and are a simple home-cooked side in many cuisines rather than a dish tied to one specific place.
Roasting concentrates the tomatoes’ sweet-tart flavour, leaving them tender inside with lightly browned edges. Serve them alongside eggs or toast, with grilled dishes, or as part of a mezze-style spread. They are low in calories and provide fibre and lycopene; a 100 g portion has 22 calories. For a lighter version, use only a little oil and finish with fresh herbs.
Selected: 100 g
22
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
4.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.1g
· 2% DV
Fat
0.3g
· 0% DV
Fiber
1.5g
· 5% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 70% · Protein 19% · Fat 11%
Vitamins
Vitamin C
13mg · 14% DV
Vitamin K
7.9µg · 7% DV
Vitamin A
42µg · 5% DV
B6
0.08mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Potassium ⭐
237mg · 7% DV
Magnesium
11mg · 3% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Calcium
10mg · 1% DV
High
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 22 calories in 100 g:
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.04g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 3:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
To make oven-baked tomatoes, halve them and arrange them cut-side up in a baking dish. Add a little olive oil, salt, and herbs if you like, then bake until softened and lightly browned around the edges.
Oven-baked tomatoes pair well with eggs, grilled fish or meat, pasta, and crusty bread. You can also spoon them over grains or add them to a sandwich; their concentrated juices work especially well as a simple sauce.
Yes, cherry tomatoes work well for oven-baked tomatoes and become sweet and juicy as they roast. Keep them whole or halve them, and start checking early because they cook faster than larger tomatoes.
To keep oven-baked tomatoes from turning watery, use firm, ripe tomatoes and leave space between them in the baking dish. Roast them uncovered, and avoid overcrowding, which traps steam instead of letting moisture evaporate.
No, you do not need to peel tomatoes before baking them. The skins soften in the oven and help the halves hold their shape; remove them afterward if you want a smoother sauce or prefer a skinless texture.
Yes, oven-baked tomatoes can be made without oil. They will still soften and develop flavor in the oven, although a little oil can make them richer and help carry the fat-soluble lycopene.
Oven-baked tomatoes keep for about 3–4 days in the refrigerator when cooled and stored in a covered container. Refrigerate them promptly, and discard them if you notice mold, an off smell, or other signs of spoilage.
Yes, you can freeze oven-baked tomatoes after they have cooled. Pack them in airtight freezer-safe containers, ideally in portions. Their texture may be softer after thawing, so they are best used in soups, sauces, and cooked dishes.
No, simply putting oven-baked tomatoes in jars does not make them safe for shelf storage. For pantry canning, use a tested tomato-canning recipe and follow its acidity and processing instructions; otherwise, keep them refrigerated or frozen.
Oven-baked tomatoes are not automatically healthier than raw tomatoes. Cooking can make lycopene easier for the body to use, while heat may reduce some delicate vitamins. Including both raw and cooked tomatoes offers variety.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.