Low Carb Homemade Tomato Sauce
Elevate your low-carb cooking with this vibrant and flavorful Low Carb Homemade Tomato Sauce! Bursting with the natural sweetness of crushed tomatoes and the boldness of garlic, dried herbs, and a hint of red pepper flakes, this recipe creates the perfect balance of savory and zesty. Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s a breeze to prepare with pantry staples like olive oil, tomato paste, and optional erythritol for a touch of sweetness without added carbs. Finished with a flourish of fresh basil, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with zoodles, low-carb pasta, or as a topping for grilled meats and roasted vegetables. It’s a keto-friendly, gluten-free, and wholesome option for adding a delicious Italian-inspired twist to your meals!
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 4 whole Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Erythritol sweetener (optional)
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for about 1 minute, until fragrant but not browned.
Step 3
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, stirring to combine.
Step 4
Stir in the dried basil, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Step 5
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to blend the flavors.
Step 6
Taste and if desired, add erythritol for a slightly sweeter sauce. Adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Step 7
Before serving, stir in the fresh basil leaves, cooking for an additional minute.
Step 8
Serve hot over your choice of low carb pasta, zoodles, or as a sauce for meats or veggies.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (933.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 483.1 |
| Total Fat 30.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1271.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 50.9g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 13.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 27.3g | |
| Protein 10.4g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 247.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.4mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2198.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories