Moistened Sun-dried Tomato
What is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato?
Sun-dried tomatoes are tomatoes that have had most of their water content removed through sun-drying or the use of food dehydrators. This process concentrates their flavor and changes their texture. They are often rehydrated in water or oil before use in cooking.
Is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato vegan?
Moistened Sun-dried Tomato is not animal-derived. Products that contain it can still include other animal-derived ingredients, so check the full ingredient list.
Is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato gluten-free?
They do not contain gluten.
Is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato a major allergen?
Sun-dried tomatoes are not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens.
What is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato used for?
Manufacturers add sun-dried tomatoes to foods like sausages, pasta dishes, and sauces to impart a concentrated, sweet, and slightly tangy tomato flavor.
Is Moistened Sun-dried Tomato safe?
Sun-dried tomatoes are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA.
Why it's used
Manufacturers add sun-dried tomatoes to foods like sausages, pasta dishes, and sauces to impart a concentrated, sweet, and slightly tangy tomato flavor. They also add a chewy texture and visual appeal to packaged foods.
Health notes
Sun-dried tomatoes are generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA. They are a source of vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants like lycopene. While no specific health concerns are associated with typical consumption, like all foods, moderation is advised. Regulatory bodies like EFSA have evaluated tomatoes and tomato products, but specific evaluations for 'moistened sun-dried tomatoes' as a distinct ingredient are not commonly cited.
Allergen info
Sun-dried tomatoes are not derived from any of the 9 major FDA allergens. They do not contain gluten.
Foods that contain Moistened Sun-dried Tomato
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