Keto Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce

Transform your low-carb cooking with this Keto Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce, a vibrant and versatile addition to your keto-friendly meal repertoire. This sauce is bursting with bold, savory flavors from crushed tomatoes, fresh basil, and a hint of balsamic vinegar blended with aromatic onion and garlic. Naturally sweetened with a touch of erythritol, it achieves the perfect balance of tangy and sweet without any added sugars. Simmered to perfection, this rich tomato sauce boasts a luscious texture that pairs beautifully with zucchini noodles, roasted vegetables, or as a topping for keto pizzas. With just 10 minutes of prep time and simple pantry staples, this keto sauce is not only easy to make but also a healthy, flavorful companion to elevate any dish!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:40 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces Canned tomatoes, crushed
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
• 2 teaspoons Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 2 teaspoons Erythritol or keto sweetener

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan, stirring well to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the balsamic vinegar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Taste the sauce; if it is too acidic, add erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener to balance the flavors.

Step 8

Towards the end of cooking, stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 9

Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.

Step 10

Serve over vegetable pasta, grilled vegetables, or use as a base for keto pizza.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1085.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	703.4

Total Fat 44.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 6.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 4.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4379.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 40.9g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 293.4mg	0%
Iron 10.2mg	0%
Potassium 2064.2mg	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: 51.6%

Protein: 6.1%

Carbs: 42.3%