Soup, tomato rice, canned, prepared with equal volume water
Whole food · Soups, Sauces, and Gravies
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This is a humble, pantry-staple soup made from canned tomato and rice, diluted with water to create a light, savory broth. Its texture is soft and comforting, with tender rice grains suspended in a tangy, mildly sweet tomato base. Nutritionally, it's a low-calorie, carbohydrate-forward option that provides quick energy without significant fat or protein.
Calorie split: 7% protein · 73% carbs · 20% fat
↓ Full nutrition💚 Why it's loved
People love this soup for its simple, nostalgic comfort and its ability to be a quick, warming meal. Its mild, tangy flavor makes it a versatile base that can be easily customized with herbs or a dash of hot sauce.
⚠️ Watch-outs & how to enjoy it better
The soup is low in protein and fiber, which can lead to blood-sugar spikes if consumed alone, and canned versions often contain high sodium. To counteract this, pair it with a source of protein like a hard-boiled egg or a side of lean chicken, and choose low-sodium varieties or rinse the rice before adding it.
Key benefits
- Very low in calories (47 kcal per 100g)
- Provides quick energy from carbohydrates
- Contains a small amount of fiber and natural sugars
- Simple, easy-to-prepare comfort food
- Can be a light starter or side dish
🍽️ Popular dishes
🌍 Where it's eaten
💡 Did you know?
In the Philippines, a similar dish called 'Sinigang na Mais' uses corn instead of rice, but the concept of a sour, tomato-based broth with grains is a common comfort food across many cultures.
Full nutrition (USDA data · scales with serving)
| Water | 88.5 g |
| Energy | 47.0 kcal |
| Energy | 195 kj |
| Protein | 0.82 g |
| Total lipid (fat) | 1.1 g |
| Ash | 1.1 g |
| Carbohydrate, by difference | 8.5 g |
| Fiber, total dietary | 0.70 g |
| Total Sugars | 3.0 g |
| Calcium, Ca | 11.0 mg |
| Iron, Fe | 0.31 mg |
| Magnesium, Mg | 2.0 mg |
| Phosphorus, P | 13.0 mg |
| Potassium, K | 129 mg |
| Sodium, Na | 319 mg |
| Zinc, Zn | 0.20 mg |
| Copper, Cu | 0.06 mg |
| Manganese, Mn | 0.15 mg |
| Selenium, Se | 0.90 ug |
| Vitamin C, total ascorbic acid | 5.8 mg |
| Thiamin | 0.02 mg |
| Riboflavin | 0.02 mg |
| Niacin | 0.41 mg |
| Pantothenic acid | 0.05 mg |
| Vitamin B-6 | 0.03 mg |
| Folate, total | 6.0 ug |
| Folic acid | 0.00 ug |
| Folate, food | 6.0 ug |
| Folate, DFE | 6.0 ug |
| Choline, total | 7.8 mg |
| Vitamin B-12 | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 12.0 ug |
| Retinol | 1.0 ug |
| Carotene, beta | 124 ug |
| Carotene, alpha | 0.00 ug |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin A, IU | 210 iu |
| Lycopene | 8591 ug |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 1.0 ug |
| Vitamin E (alpha-tocopherol) | 0.86 mg |
| Vitamin E, added | 0.00 mg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units | 0.00 iu |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0.00 ug |
| Vitamin K (phylloquinone) | 1.5 ug |
| Alcohol, ethyl | 0.00 g |
| Caffeine | 0.00 mg |
| Theobromine | 0.00 mg |
Fat & fatty acid profile (per 100g)
| Fatty acids, total saturated | 0.20 g |
| SFA 4:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 6:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 8:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 10:0 | 0.00 g |
| SFA 12:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 14:0 | 0.01 g |
| SFA 16:0 | 0.11 g |
| SFA 18:0 | 0.05 g |
| Fatty acids, total monounsaturated | 0.23 g |
| MUFA 16:1 | 0.01 g |
| MUFA 18:1 | 0.23 g |
| MUFA 20:1 | 0.00 g |
| MUFA 22:1 | 0.00 g |
| Fatty acids, total polyunsaturated | 0.53 g |
| PUFA 18:2 | 0.43 g |
| PUFA 18:3 | 0.09 g |
| PUFA 18:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:4 | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 20:5 n-3 (EPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) | 0.00 g |
| PUFA 22:6 n-3 (DHA) | 0.00 g |
| Cholesterol | 1.0 mg |
Amino acid profile (per 100g)
Estimated from Soup, bean with pork, canned, condensed — USDA does not publish this profile for Soup.
| Tryptophan | 0.06 g |
| Threonine | 0.24 g |
| Isoleucine | 0.29 g |
| Leucine | 0.48 g |
| Lysine | 0.40 g |
| Methionine | 0.07 g |
| Cystine | 0.07 g |
| Phenylalanine | 0.33 g |
| Tyrosine | 0.18 g |
| Valine | 0.32 g |
| Arginine | 0.31 g |
| Histidine | 0.15 g |
| Alanine | 0.29 g |
| Aspartic acid | 0.66 g |
| Glutamic acid | 1.1 g |
| Glycine | 0.28 g |
| Proline | 0.27 g |
| Serine | 0.29 g |
FAQ
Is this soup healthy?
It is low in calories and fat, but it is also low in protein and fiber. It can be part of a healthy diet if paired with protein-rich foods and vegetables to make it more balanced.
Can I make it from scratch?
Yes, you can make it by sautéing onions and garlic, adding canned tomatoes and rice, and simmering with water or broth. This allows you to control the sodium and add more nutrients.
Is it suitable for a low-carb diet?
No, it is relatively high in carbohydrates (8.54g per 100g) due to the rice, so it is not ideal for strict low-carb diets.
Nutrient density (calculated · NRF9.3)
Nutrient Rich Foods index: beneficial nutrients (protein, fiber, vitamins, minerals) minus saturated fat, added sugar & sodium, per 100 kcal.
NRF9.3 index — Fulgoni, Keast & Drewnowski, 2009. Computed from USDA nutrients.
Weight-loss friendliness (composite index)
Energy density 0.47 kcal/g · 7% calories from protein · 0.7 g fiber · 3.0 g sugar per 100 g.
Composite of energy density (Rolls et al., 1999), protein & fiber satiety, minus sugar. A calculated heuristic — ranks satiety-per-calorie, not a clinical measure.
Dietary load (calculated from USDA values)
Potential renal acid load. Positive = acid-forming, negative = alkaline-forming.
Sodium-to-potassium ratio: 2.47 (lower is better — aim for ≤ 1)
Sodium:potassium per WHO potassium guidance. Computed from USDA nutrients.