Tomato paste is made by cooking tomato to reduce the water content, straining out the seeds and skins, and cooking the liquid again to reduce the base to a thick, rich concentrate. Tomato paste is rich in nutrients, plus it has beneficial compounds that are not present in high amounts in raw tomatoes.

The properties of tomato paste mean all the positive effects that tomato paste has on human health. For example, just one tablespoon of tomato paste is an excellent source of antioxidants and can provide 3-6% of the daily requirement of iron, potassium, and B vitamins.