Low Fat Ranchero Sauce

Elevate your dishes with this Low Fat Ranchero Sauce, a vibrant and guilt-free take on the classic Mexican favorite. Bursting with bold flavors from smoky paprika, earthy cumin, and fresh cilantro, this sauce is perfectly balanced with a touch of heat from diced jalapeño and the natural sweetness of tomatoes. Made with just a teaspoon of olive oil, it's a healthy yet satisfying addition to breakfast burritos, grilled meats, or roasted vegetables. Ready in just 30 minutes, this simple recipe combines wholesome ingredients like onions, garlic, and broth for a versatile sauce that's both easy to make and packed with depth. Whether used as a topping, dip, or marinade, this low-fat ranchero sauce is sure to become a staple in your kitchen.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium, diced onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 diced and seeded jalapeño
• 14.5 ounce can diced tomatoes
• 0.5 cup chicken or vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon or to taste salt
• 0.25 cup freshly chopped cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and diced jalapeño, and cook for an additional 2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the can of diced tomatoes, including the juice, into the pan.

Step 5

Pour in the chicken or vegetable broth, and stir to combine.

Step 6

Add the cumin, ground coriander, smoked paprika, black pepper, and salt to the mixture.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let it cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Remove the sauce from heat and allow it to cool slightly.

Step 9

Once slightly cooled, transfer the sauce to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend until smooth.

Step 10

Return the sauce to the pan, and mix in the freshly chopped cilantro.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or spices if needed.

Step 12

Serve warm over your favorite dishes, or cool completely and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(720.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	299.4

Total Fat 16.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.3g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2096.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 12.0g	0%
Total Sugars 18.3g
Protein 7.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 225.9mg	0%
Iron 5.4mg	0%
Potassium 1226.3mg	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: 45.9%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 44.8%