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Tomato (cherry)

Vegetables · Nightshades

TLDRLast updated 7 October 2026

Raw cherry tomatoes have a low FODMAP reference of 45 g. The 60 g reference is moderate and 75 g is high. These are listed reference portions, not exact transition cutoffs.

Serving sizes for tomato (cherry)

45 g low; 60 g moderate; 75 g high. Use the stated raw preparation.

Low
5 medium cherry tomatoesabout 45 g
FructoseLow
LactoseLow
FructansLow
GOSLow
SorbitolLow
MannitolLow

Reference portions

Select an amount or rating to update your portion. These are reference portions, not exact cut-offs or recommended intakes.
Reference portions for Tomato (cherry) and their FODMAP ratings
ServingAmountFODMAP rating
5 medium cherry tomatoes
7 medium cherry tomatoes
9 medium cherry tomatoes
  • cherry tomato
  • cherry tomatoes

Is tomato (cherry) low FODMAP?

At 45 g, all listed FODMAP components are low. At 60 g, excess fructose is moderate. At 75 g, excess fructose is high. Compare the separate variety and preparation guides before substituting another food.

Tomato (cherry) and IBS: what to know

The low 45 g reference is approximately five medium cherry tomatoes, with 60 g about seven and 75 g about nine. Weighing is more reliable when tomatoes differ in size. Supporting background: Monash: Food processing and FODMAPs. Background on variation and preparation; does not establish the numerical references here.

Gut-friendly ways to eat tomato (cherry)

Weigh the cherry tomatoes before adding them to a salad or lunchbox. Compare common tomatoes and raw Roma tomatoes using their own guides.

Recipes with tomato (cherry)

Frequently asked questions

What is the low FODMAP portion of raw cherry tomatoes?

The low reference is 45 g; the moderate reference is 60 g and the high reference is 75 g. Match the preparation and use the gram weight.

Are five cherry tomatoes always a low portion?

Five is an approximate household count for the 45 g reference. The weight of your tomatoes determines whether that count matches the listed amount.

Should I use the cooked weight?

These references describe raw cherry tomatoes. Keep the starting raw ingredient weight for a cooked recipe; no raw-to-cooked conversion is established here.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.