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Diced Tomatoes

Produce

Tomatoes cut into small pieces, canned or fresh. Base for sauces, soups, chili, and stews.

4 substitutes

Substitutes

1.5 cups fresh per 14.5 oz can

More water — simmer longer to reduce. Season with salt.

✅Best for: sauces, salsas, soups

⚠️Not for: convenience, winter cooking

3/4 cup per 14.5 oz can

Already puréed, no chunks. Thin with water if needed.

✅Best for: pasta sauces, chili, stews

⚠️Not for: recipes needing visible chunks

1:1

Between diced and sauce in texture.

✅Best for: pasta sauce, pizza sauce, soups

⚠️Not for: salsa, bruschetta

2 tbsp paste + 1/2 cup water per cup

Concentrated flavor diluted down. Lacks texture of diced.

✅Best for: soups, stews, sauces

⚠️Not for: fresh salsas