Low Fat Homemade Tomato Sauce
Elevate your pasta nights with this Low Fat Homemade Tomato Sauce, a healthier twist on a classic that doesn’t skimp on flavor. Made with crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a medley of aromatic spices like basil, oregano, and bay leaf, this sauce strikes a perfect balance between rich and light. Its secret lies in a splash of olive oil and just a teaspoon of sugar to round out the acidity, creating a silky, vibrant base that’s ready in under an hour. With minimal effort and wholesome ingredients, this low-fat tomato sauce is a must-try for anyone seeking a versatile, heart-healthy addition to their pasta, pizza, or veggie dishes. Perfect for meal preps, it stores beautifully in the fridge for up to a week!
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Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, chopped
- 3 Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Basil, dried
- 1 teaspoon Oregano, dried
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 0.5 cup Water
- 1 Bay leaf
Directions
Step 1
In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the chopped onion to the pan and sauté for 5 minutes, or until it becomes soft and translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Step 4
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water to the saucepan. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
Step 5
Mix in the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and sugar.
Step 6
Drop in the bay leaf and stir the mixture again.
Step 7
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium-low heat.
Step 8
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan partially, and let the sauce simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 9
After 30 minutes, taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning with more salt or sugar if required.
Step 10
Remove the bay leaf and serve the tomato sauce over pasta or store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1079.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 397.2 |
| Total Fat 16.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 2.3g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 1276.4mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 61.0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 14.2g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 35.6g | |
| Protein 10.0g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 213.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 7.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2204.4mg | 0% |
Source of Calories