Easy Low Carb Pizza Sauce and Pasta Sauce Base

Transform your homemade dishes with this **Easy Low Carb Pizza Sauce and Pasta Sauce Base**, a versatile recipe perfect for low-carb and keto-friendly lifestyles. Made with wholesome, pantry-staple ingredients like unsweetened tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, dried herbs, and spices, this sauce delivers rich, robust flavor without added sugars. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a smooth, customizable sauce that works equally well as a zesty pizza base or a rich pasta topping. Adjust the spice level with crushed red pepper flakes, balance the acidity with an optional granulated sweetener, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil for that final touch. Whether you're meal prepping or whipping up dinner on the fly, this recipe is quick, nutritious, and endlessly crowd-pleasing.

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 oz Tomato paste (unsweetened)
• 15 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned, no added sugar)
• 2 tbsp Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 1 tsp Onion powder
• 1 tsp Dried oregano
• 1 tsp Dried basil
• 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
• 0.5 tsp Paprika
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.25 tsp Black pepper
• 0.5 cup Water
• 0.5 tsp Granulated sweetener (e.g., erythritol or monk fruit, optional)
• 1 tbsp Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, mixing well to combine.

Step 4

Add the onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.

Step 5

Pour in the water and stir until the sauce reaches a smooth, slightly thickened consistency. If the sauce appears too thick for your liking, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.

Step 6

Optional: Stir in the granulated sweetener to balance the acidity of the tomatoes, if desired.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or spices as needed.

Step 9

Remove from heat. Let cool slightly before using as a pizza sauce or store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days if making ahead.

Step 10

Optional: Garnish the finished sauce with freshly chopped parsley or basil for added flavor and presentation, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(762.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	521.2

Total Fat 29.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1276.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 14.6g	0%
Total Sugars 37.4g
Protein 12.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 176.8mg	0%
Iron 8.6mg	0%
Potassium 2063.2mg	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: 46.9%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 44.4%