Keto Tomatensauce

Elevate your low-carb culinary game with this rich and flavorful Keto Tomatensauce, a perfectly balanced meal staple that’s packed with bold, Italian-inspired flavors—all while being completely keto-friendly. Made with wholesome ingredients like unsweetened crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this sauce is simmered to perfection with dried herbs like basil and oregano for a robust, savory taste. Quick to prepare in just 30 minutes, this versatile tomato sauce is perfect for pairing with zucchini noodles, shirataki noodles, or as a low-carb base for casseroles and pizzas. Gluten-free, sugar-free, and loaded with flavor, this Keto Tomatensauce is the ultimate go-to recipe for anyone on a ketogenic diet or simply looking for a healthier homemade sauce option.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 3 whole (minced) garlic cloves
• 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
• 400 grams crushed tomatoes (unsweetened, no added sugar)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste (unsweetened, no added sugar)
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons (chopped) fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pan. Sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, ensuring they are well combined with the garlic and onion mixture.

Step 4

Add the dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.

Step 5

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt or black pepper if desired.

Step 7

Remove the sauce from heat and garnish with freshly chopped parsley or basil if using.

Step 8

Serve immediately over your favorite keto-friendly option, such as zucchini noodles or shirataki noodles, or use it as a base for other keto recipes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(627.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	450.9

Total Fat 29.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1230.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 44.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 9.6g	0%
Total Sugars 23.2g
Protein 7.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 142.8mg	0%
Iron 4.0mg	0%
Potassium 1226.5mg	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: 55.8%

Protein: 6.6%

Carbs: 37.6%