Dairy-Free Creamy Rose Sauce

Indulge in the rich and velvety flavors of this Dairy-Free Creamy Rose Sauce, a perfect plant-based alternative to classic pink sauces. Made with silky coconut milk and zesty crushed tomatoes, this luscious sauce achieves its creamy texture without any dairy, making it ideal for vegans or those with lactose sensitivities. Infused with aromatic garlic, onion, and a medley of Italian herbs like basil and oregano, this recipe offers a bold and comforting flavor profile with a subtle hint of spice from optional red pepper flakes. Nutritional yeast adds a cheesy, umami depth if desired, while fresh basil garnish brings a vibrant finishing touch. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, as a pizza base, or even as a dip, delivering a decadent, wholesome experience every time.

Nutriscore Rating: 65/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 13.5 fluid ounces coconut milk (full-fat, canned)
• 15 ounces crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons nutritional yeast (optional)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil, chopped (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, cooking for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the coconut milk and add the crushed tomatoes. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer and let it cook, stirring occasionally, for about 10 minutes or until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary. For an added cheesy flavor, stir in nutritional yeast if desired.

Step 8

Once the sauce reaches the desired consistency, remove from heat.

Step 9

Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta or use as a dipping sauce, garnished with chopped fresh basil.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1364.8

Total Fat 120.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.3g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2482.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 67.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.3g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 21.0g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267.9mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2652.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 75.5%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 18.7%