Keto Rao's Marinara Sauce

Take your love for Italian cuisine to the next level with this Keto Rao's Marinara Sauce, a low-carb twist on the classic recipe inspired by the famous Rao's marinara. Bursting with the flavors of fresh garlic, onions, and a medley of aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, this homemade sauce highlights the rich, tangy goodness of crushed tomatoes balanced by a hint of keto-friendly sweetness. Simple to make in just 40 minutes, it’s a versatile staple perfect for keto pizzas, zoodles, or as a flavorful dipping sauce. With minimal carbs and no added sugar, this sauce is the ultimate guilt-free way to enjoy your favorite Italian dishes while staying true to your ketogenic diet.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 0.5 medium, finely chopped Onion
• 3 minced Garlic cloves
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon, optional Red pepper flakes
• 5 roughly chopped Fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon Erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté for about 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for about 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.

Step 5

Add dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes if using. Stir to mix the spices into the sauce.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. Add the erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Let the sauce cool slightly before serving. Use it as a base for keto-friendly pizzas, a topping for zoodles, or a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(920.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	472.8

Total Fat 30.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1251.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 52.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.2g	0%
Total Sugars 26.8g
Protein 8.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 194.8mg	0%
Iron 6.3mg	0%
Potassium 1866.2mg	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: 52.5%

Protein: 6.7%

Carbs: 40.8%