Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty
Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty
Unico Pasta Sauce Zesty is a ready tomato sauce with chili and spices for a warming kick — the classic sauce turned up for those who like a little heat.
Highlights
- Ready tomato pasta sauce with chili
- Warming, spicy kick
- Onion, garlic and ground chili
- Heat and serve for a spicy weeknight pasta
What is Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty?
The ready pasta sauce with ground chili and extra spices for a warming heat — an arrabbiata-style version of the classic. A finished heat-and-serve sauce for those who want a kick, distinct from the mild Original and the aromatic Garlic.
Why Choose Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty?
- Chili and spices add a warming kick
- Arrabbiata-style heat, ready to serve
- Fully prepared tomato sauce
- The spicy member of the pasta-sauce line
How Do You Use Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty?
Common Uses
- Spicy arrabbiata-style pasta
- Baked pasta with a kick
- Spicy pizza and dipping
- Simmering with sausage
Best Pairings
- Penne and rigatoni
- Italian sausage
- Pecorino and chili flakes
- Crusty bread
Nutritional Information
Per 1/2 cup (125 mL)
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 70 | |
| Fat | 0.3 g | 0 % |
| Saturated Fat | 0 g | 0 % |
| + Trans Fat | 0 g | |
| Carbohydrate | 14 g | |
| Fibre | 2 g | 7 % |
| Sugars | 6 g | 6 % |
| Protein | 2 g | |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | |
| Sodium | 650 mg | 28 % |
| Potassium | 700 mg | 15 % |
| Calcium | 40 mg | 3 % |
| Iron | 3 mg | 17 % |
* 5 % or less is a little, 15 % or more is a lot
Ingredients
Crushed tomatoes, water, sugar, salt, modified corn starch, dehydrated onions and garlic, spices, ground chili, citric acid, olive oil.
Certification
- Kosher
Frequently Asked Questions About Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty
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1. How do I use canned tomatoes and pasta sauce?
Use them as the base for pasta sauces, soups, stews, chili, pizza and braises. Whole and diced tomatoes can be simmered down, while ready sauces can be heated and served or seasoned to taste as a starting point.
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2. How do I store leftover tomatoes or sauce after opening?
Transfer any unused product from the open can to a sealed container, refrigerate, and use within a few days. Leftovers can also be frozen in an airtight container for longer storage.
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3. Are canned tomatoes and pasta sauces kosher?
Yes. Unico tomatoes and sauces are kosher certified. Look for the certification symbol on the package.
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4. What sizes does Pasta Sauce — Zesty come in?
Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty is available in the following: 680 mL.
Recipes Using Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty
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Italian Chicken Spirals with Rotini
Basil-hazelnut stuffed chicken rolls steamed over the pasta pot, sliced into spirals and served on rotini tossed with…
Key Ingredients: Unico Rotini · Gallo Extra Virgin Olive Oil · Unico Capers
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Penne with Sausage and Olives
A no-tomato pasta of seared hot Italian sausage and black olives tossed with penne, balsamic vinegar and fresh basil.
Key Ingredients: Unico Pitted Ripe Olives · Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Balsamic Vinegar
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Spaghetti Bolognese
A classic slow-simmered meat sauce of beef, pancetta and aromatic vegetables in diced tomatoes and red wine, served o…
Key Ingredients: Gallo Olive Oil · Unico Diced Tomatoes · Unico Tomato Paste
Cooking Guides & Tips
- Pizza Sauce vs Pasta Sauce: What's the Difference? Why pizza sauce and pasta sauce aren't interchangeable — and how to use, or swap, each.
- Hearty Pasta: Building a Meat-and-Pasta-Sauce Dinner How to turn pasta sauce, meat and pasta into a hearty, crowd-pleasing dinner — plus ways to stretch it across the week.
Unico Pasta Sauce — Zesty for Everyday Cooking
Unico Pasta Sauce Zesty is a ready tomato pasta sauce with ground chili and spices for a warming, arrabbiata-style heat. It is the spicy version of Unico's pasta sauces — a finished heat-and-serve sauce distinct from the mild Original and the aromatic Garlic.