Low FODMAP
Tomatoes
Comfortable range at the portion shown below.
CategoryVegetables
Tomatoes and the low FODMAP diet
Tomatoes deliver a juicy, tangy-sweet flavor and a versatile texture that enhances salads, sauces, and roasted dishes. They contain negligible fermentable carbohydrates and digest comfortably without triggering intestinal distress. This fruit-based vegetable provides excellent lycopene, potassium, and vitamin C that support cardiovascular and cellular health. Tomatoes remain a foundational, low-FODMAP ingredient for quick meal assembly and nutrient optimization.
Listed portion
1 medium tomato / 60g
Portion size can change a FODMAP result. Treat this as the context for the range—not a personal tolerance guarantee.
FODMAP groups
No higher group listed
Group information helps organize reintroduction challenges and possible stacking.
What can change the result?
Remove seeds and gel if desired to reduce moisture content and achieve thicker consistency in cooked sauces. Store ripe tomatoes at room temperature away from direct sunlight to preserve optimal flavor and prevent mushy texture. Combine fresh tomatoes with low-FODMAP herbs and olive oil for quick, symptom-free bruschetta or salad toppings. Avoid refrigerating uncut tomatoes, as cold temperatures degrade flavor compounds and alter structural integrity.
About Tomatoes
Is Tomatoes low FODMAP?
Tomatoes is currently listed as low FODMAP in this database. The result should be read with the listed portion: 1 medium tomato / 60g.
Does portion size matter?
Yes. FODMAP load depends on quantity and can also be affected by other foods eaten in the same meal.
Can everyone with IBS tolerate it?
No food result predicts individual tolerance. A dietitian can help interpret symptoms, portions, and reintroduction challenges.
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