Low Fat Creamy Rose Sauce

Indulge in the velvety richness of this Low Fat Creamy Rose Sauce, a guilt-free twist on the classic creamy tomato sauce. Made with heart-healthy olive oil, aromatic garlic, and a blend of crushed tomatoes and a touch of tomato paste, this recipe achieves its silky texture using a low-fat milk and cornstarch slurry—no heavy cream required! Infused with dried basil, oregano, and just the right amount of seasoning, this sauce delivers bold, comforting flavors without the excess calories. Perfect for elevating your favorite pasta dishes or as a versatile base for pizzas and casseroles, this low-fat rose sauce is ready in just 30 minutes and can serve up to four. Sprinkle with optional Parmesan cheese for an extra layer of indulgence!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive oil
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 14 ounces Crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1.5 cups Low-fat milk
• 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 2 tablespoons Grated Parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions

Step 1

In a large skillet, heat olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the skillet, and sauté until the onion becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, and cook for 5 minutes, allowing the mixture to simmer gently.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix the low-fat milk with cornstarch until fully dissolved to create a slurry.

Step 5

Slowly pour the milk slurry into the tomato mixture, stirring constantly, until the sauce begins to thicken.

Step 6

Add the dried basil, oregano, salt, and black pepper, and stir well to combine.

Step 7

Let the sauce simmer on low heat for an additional 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

If using Parmesan cheese, stir it in just before serving to melt it into the sauce.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve hot over pasta or use as a base for other dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(942.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	545.7

Total Fat 25.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 8.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 36.8mg	0%
Sodium 1571.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 62.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.9g	0%
Total Sugars 36.8g
Protein 22.3g	0%

Vitamin D 151.2IU	0%
Calcium 696.0mg	0%
Iron 4.6mg	0%
Potassium 1376.5mg	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: 40.5%

Protein: 15.7%

Carbs: 43.8%