Cherry Tomato
What is Cherry Tomato?
Cherry tomatoes are small, round varieties of the tomato fruit, often about the size of a cherry. They are typically sweeter and less acidic than larger tomato varieties. Cherry tomatoes grow on vines and are cultivated worldwide for fresh consumption and use in cooking.
Is Cherry Tomato vegan?
Cherry Tomato is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Cherry Tomato gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Cherry Tomato a major allergen?
Tomatoes are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA.
What is Cherry Tomato used for?
Manufacturers use cherry tomatoes as a flavorful ingredient in a wide range of foods, adding a fresh, slightly sweet taste and vibrant color.
Is Cherry Tomato safe?
Cherry tomatoes are a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene.
Why it's used
Manufacturers use cherry tomatoes as a flavorful ingredient in a wide range of foods, adding a fresh, slightly sweet taste and vibrant color. They are commonly found in pasta sauces, pizzas, salads, salsas, and as a garnish.
Health notes
Cherry tomatoes are a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene. The U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) generally recognizes tomatoes as safe (GRAS) when used as a food ingredient. International bodies like the European Food Safety Authority (EFSA) have evaluated tomatoes and their components. Typical consumption as part of a balanced diet is associated with general health benefits.
Allergen info
Tomatoes are not one of the nine major allergens recognized by the FDA. They do not contain gluten.
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