Ingredient substitution guide
Best substitutes for sun-dried tomatoes
Best swap for sun-dried tomatoes: Tomato paste, use 1 tbsp per 3-4 pieces; no texture, concentrated flavor.
How we checked this: these swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes, and their ratios follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than one published chart. For exact amounts on many common swaps, see the NDSU and Colorado State University extension tables listed below. Editorial policy
What can I use instead of Sun-Dried Tomatoes?
The best swap for Sun-Dried Tomatoes is Tomato Paste, use 1 tbsp per 3-4 pieces; no texture, concentrated flavor. Another option is Jarred Roasted Red Peppers, pat dry; sweeter and softer, less concentrated. The table below also lists Oven-Roasted Cherry Tomatoes, 3 swaps in all.
| Swap | Ratio and notes |
|---|---|
| Tomato paste | use 1 tbsp per 3-4 pieces; no texture, concentrated flavor |
| Jarred roasted red peppers | pat dry; sweeter and softer, less concentrated |
| Oven-roasted cherry tomatoes | roast halved tomatoes low until collapsed; closest fresh equivalent |
Source and limits
These swaps come from the substitution list Well Stockd uses to match recipes to your kitchen, last updated . We remove swaps known to be unsafe, but not every swap has been tested in a kitchen, and a swap is cooking guidance, not an allergen or nutrition equivalent. Check labels and what the recipe needs before substituting.
The ratios and usage notes follow ordinary kitchen practice rather than a single published chart. These two university extension tables list exact amounts for many common swaps:
- Ingredient Substitutions (FN198), NDSU Extension (opens in a new tab)
- Ingredient Substitutions (9.329), Colorado State University Extension (opens in a new tab)
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