Explore
Vine-Ripened
Versatility
Grown and harvested with flavor,
ease and your kitchen in mind.
We always use 100% California-grown, vine-ripened Roma tomatoes for a rich, fresh flavor that is the perfect foundation for your customer’s favorite dishes. Light, bright and well-balanced, they pair perfectly with traditional and global flavors without overpowering a dish. Making Contadina® tomatoes a staple in any kitchen.
One of the hardest working
ingredients in your kitchen.
In today’s professional kitchens, every item needs to pull their weight
and that’s where tomatoes shine.
The vibrant flavor is delicious on its own or works to balance any dish.
Canned tomatoes are valuable for their year-round flavor and quality consistency.
Their rich umami flavor makes them great for dishes across cuisines and dayparts.
Think Outside
the Sauce
Our portfolio of high quality tomato
products can help you add inspiration
from anywhere on the globe anywhere
on your menu.
Mexican Chicken Tinga Tacos marinated in Contadina® Tomato Puree, shredded chicken, pickled onions, cilantro and avocado.
French Ratatouille in a sauce with Contadina® Diced Tomato, eggplant, red onion, bell peppers and squash.
Cajun Mussels in a sauce with Contadina® Whole Tomatoes, garlic, shallots, adobo peppers and tomato sauce.
Indian Tikka Masala with Contadina® Crushed Tomatoes, chicken, jasmine rice and cilantro.
Middle Eastern Shakshuka in a sauce with Contadina® Tomato Paste, bell peppers, eggs and herbs.
Tuscan Ribolitta in a sauce with Contadina® Whole Tomatoes, kale, carrots, onion and cannellini beans.
Discover Our
Portfolio
Whether you’re trying to make your sauce
go the extra mile, thicken a stew or mix up a
vinaigrette, the quality of Contadina® tomato
products are just what your kitchen needs.
Traditional Tomato
Products
These tomato products are canned the same day they are harvested to lock in that
fresh-from-the-vine flavor, there’s a delicious tomato product to fit any recipe need.
Whole PEELED Tomatoes
Whole tomatoes are the most versatile of the canned varieties. Chop or blend them to make them into whatever suits your needs.
Global
Inspiration
French Bouillabaisse, Barcelona Toast, North African Baba Ghanoush
Crushed Tomatoes in Puree
The thicker consistency of crushed tomatoes cuts down on simmering time, allowing you to create quick sauces.
Global
Inspiration
Curries, Eggplant Parmesan, French Sausage and Bean Cassoulet
Diced Tomatoes in Juice
An excellent time saver, diced tomatoes can be used drained or with their juice to add flavor. They’re also a versatile product that can be pulsed in a food processor to make crushed tomatoes or pureed for sauces.
Global
Inspiration
Ratatouille, Tomato Chutney, Chilis
Tomato Paste
Add intense rich flavors to any dish by adding tomato paste and olive oil to a pan and heat until the paste caramelizes.
Global
Inspiration
Vinaigrettes, Spanish Rice, Ragus
Tomato Sauce
Great for deglazing protein flavors on the bottom of pans or can be reduced for thicker, puree applications.
Global
Inspiration
Indian Butter Chicken, Cuban Ropa Vieja, Protein-Based Soups
Tomato Puree
Use tomato puree to easily thicken sauces or soups. It also makes a great tomato base for any dish.
Global
Inspiration
Shakshuka, Enchilada Sauce, Bloody Marys
Ready to Use Sauces
Flavorful, high-quality tomatoes with added spices make them
ready when you are.
spaghettI SAUCE
Thick and rich with a smooth and creamy texture. Seasoned with a premium blend of garlic, onion and herbs.
Global
Inspiration
Add to beef gravy or a demi-glace for more umami flavor.
MARINARA SAUCE
A classic recipe combines the chunks of Roma tomatoes with the authentic flavors of onion, garlic and basil.
Global
Inspiration
Spicy Puttanesca Sauce, Italian Lasagnas, Eggplant Parmesan
FULLY PREPARED PIZZA SAUCE
A rich flavor and thick texture with the complex flavors of onion, spices and, garlic.
Global
Inspiration
Mix with South American chipotle pepper or Indian curry spices.
Our Story
When the Aiello brothers established Contadina® in 1918, their goal was to produce canned tomatoes that matched the standard set in their native Italy. A hundred years later, we maintain our founders’ passion and commitment to quality by using, vine-ripened Roma tomatoes that are grown and packed with care.
Each can is
created with
commitment
and care.
Grown in the rich soil of the San Joaquin Valley
in California, we take pride in our sustainable practices
and high standards. Guaranteeing you’re getting a premium
quality tomato product, every time.
- We peel our tomatoes with steam to protect
taste and texture. - All Contadina® tomatoes are non-GMO.
- Nearly 60% of our vegetable growers use cover crops.
- Cover crop planning increased by 11% in 2022.
- The majority of our growers use sustainable drip
irrigation systems, using less water and fertilizer.