Tomato Chutney (With Garlic and Onion)
Condiments · Chutneys
Tomato chutney containing garlic and onion is low FODMAP at 25 g, approximately 1 tablespoon. Fructose is moderate at 77 g and high at 103 g; the other five groups remain low.
Serving sizes for tomato chutney (with garlic and onion)
The low reference is 25 g. Fructose is moderate at 77 g and high at 103 g; fructans stay low.
Tested serving sizes
| Serving | Amount | Main FODMAP | Rating |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon | 25 g | Fructose 0.04 g | |
| 3 tablespoons | 77 g | Fructose 0.11 g | |
| 4 tablespoons | 103 g | Fructose 0.15 g |
Breakdown for 1 tablespoon
Is tomato chutney (with garlic and onion) low FODMAP?
Fructans remain low in the listed portions despite garlic and onion appearing in the preparation name. This is the profile of the mixed chutney, not a general serving allowance for those ingredients on their own. Other chutneys can contain different fruit, sweeteners and seasoning proportions.
Tomato Chutney (With Garlic and Onion) and IBS: what to know
For IBS, a measured condiment portion is more informative than judging the chutney by its sweetness or the word tomato. Count the amount spread into a sandwich as well as extra chutney on the side. Keep the product and quantity in your meal notes when comparing your own response; the low rating does not promise comfort.
Gut-friendly ways to eat tomato chutney (with garlic and onion)
Weigh a small portion before adding it to a sandwich or serving it with a separately assessed cheese portion. In a shared glaze or dressing, divide the total chutney between the servings actually eaten. Tomato sauce and plum sauce offer different condiment profiles, so use their own guides if you swap ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
How much tomato chutney with garlic and onion is low FODMAP?
The listed low amount is 25 g, approximately 1 tablespoon. Weigh the portion if it is heaped or spread over several pieces of bread.
Is garlic the group-related issue in this entry?
The measured larger-portion change is fructose. Fructans remain low at the listed references, so guessing the group from the garlic-and-onion wording would be misleading.
Can I use this portion for another fruit chutney?
Use that chutney's own guide. A product containing apple, pear or another fruit is a different preparation and may have different portion ratings.
Does the low rating mean I can add extra garlic separately?
No. The rating applies to a measured portion of this mixed condiment. Additional garlic or onion needs its own assessment as a separate ingredient.
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