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Tomato paste sautéed with oil Calories
Rich in lycopene, with higher energy density due to sautéing in oil
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Tomato paste sautéed with oil (18 g) has 26 calories. That works out to 145 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.5 g of carbs, 0.8 g of protein, 1.5 g of fat and 0.7 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato paste sautéed with oil Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
26
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
2.5g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.8g
· 2% DV
Fat
1.5g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.7g
· 3% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 37% · Protein 12% · Fat 51%
Tomato paste sautéed with oil nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 26 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 0.22 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.5 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.7 g | 3% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Tomato paste sautéed with oil?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 26 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 9 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 44 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 36 g | 52 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 54 g | 78 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 87 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 65 g | 94 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 145 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 130 g | 189 kcal |
Calculated from 145 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tomato paste sautéed with oil
How do you use tomato paste sautéed with oil?
Tomato paste sautéed with oil adds concentrated tomato flavor and a cooked, savory note to dishes. Stir it into soups, beans, grains, or pasta sauce; account for its existing oil by using less additional oil in the recipe.
How do you make tomato paste sautéed with oil?
Make tomato paste sautéed with oil by cooking tomato paste gently in oil, stirring until fragrant. Keep the heat low to medium and avoid prolonged cooking, since scorched paste can taste bitter; it is ready once its aroma deepens.
What is the difference between tomato paste sautéed with oil and regular tomato paste?
Tomato paste sautéed with oil has already been cooked in oil, giving it a richer, more roasted flavor and added fat. Regular tomato paste is not pre-sautéed, so recipes usually call for cooking it in oil before adding liquid.
Can tomato paste sautéed with oil be used in pasta sauce?
Yes, tomato paste sautéed with oil works well in pasta sauce. Stir it into aromatics or a little cooking liquid, then add tomatoes or broth as needed; reduce the recipe’s added oil because the paste already contains some.
How should you store tomato paste sautéed with oil after opening?
Keep tomato paste sautéed with oil in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator after opening. Use a clean utensil each time, and discard it if you see mold or notice an unusual, unpleasant smell.
Can you freeze tomato paste sautéed with oil?
Yes, tomato paste sautéed with oil freezes well. Portion it into small amounts in a sealed freezer-safe container so you can thaw only what a recipe needs, rather than repeatedly thawing and refreezing the whole batch.
Can tomato paste sautéed with oil replace regular tomato paste in a recipe?
Yes, tomato paste sautéed with oil can replace regular tomato paste in many recipes. Reduce the recipe’s added oil and skip a long initial sauté, since this version has already been cooked and may otherwise become scorched.
Why does tomato paste sautéed with oil taste bitter?
Tomato paste sautéed with oil can taste bitter if it is overheated or cooked for too long. Use gentle heat and stir it frequently; add the other ingredients or cooking liquid once its aroma has developed, before it darkens excessively.
Does cooking tomato paste sautéed with oil make its lycopene easier to absorb?
Heating tomato products and eating them with oil can make lycopene more available for the body to absorb. Tomato paste sautéed with oil already combines these features, but it should be viewed as a food, not a treatment.
Is tomato paste sautéed with oil good for weight loss?
Tomato paste sautéed with oil can fit into a weight-loss eating pattern, but its added oil makes it more energy-dense than plain tomato paste. Use a measured spoonful and account for its oil when preparing the rest of the meal.
Tomato paste sautéed with oil Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B3
0.52mg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
2.88mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.38mg · 3% DV
B6
0.04mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Sodium
94mg · 4% DV
Potassium ⭐
137mg · 4% DV
Copper
0.04mg · 4% DV
Phosphorus
17mg · 2% DV
Tomato paste sautéed with oil Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tomato paste sautéed with oil
To burn the 26 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 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.
What is Tomato paste sautéed with oil?
Tomato paste sautéed with oil is a concentrated tomato paste briefly cooked in oil, a useful flavour base in Turkish home cooking. Sautéing softens the paste’s sharpness and gives it a deeper, slightly sweet, savoury taste and a thick, glossy texture. It is commonly stirred into onions at the start of soups, beans, lentils, stews and bulgur dishes; a little can also enrich eggs or a simple pan sauce. It provides tomato-derived lycopene, while the added oil makes it more energy-dense than plain tomato paste. Use a modest spoonful when you want a rounded tomato flavour without making a dish oily, and reduce the other cooking oil if needed. It pairs especially well with garlic, chilli, herbs and pulses.
How Nutritious Is Tomato paste sautéed with oil?
Nutrient density
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Satiety score
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.
Is Tomato paste sautéed with oil Processed?
NOVA 3
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.
Does Tomato paste sautéed with oil Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Tomato paste sautéed with oil Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tomato paste sautéed with oil Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.22g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.9g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.31g
Omega 6:3 ratio 29:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (29:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.