Low Fat Vegetable Tomato Sauce

Brighten up your meals with this wholesome and flavorful Low Fat Vegetable Tomato Sauce! Brimming with vibrant veggies like zucchini, red bell pepper, and carrots, this heart-healthy sauce is simmered to perfection with aromatic herbs such as oregano and basil. Ideal for pasta, rice, or as a versatile base for your favorite dishes, this recipe combines the richness of crushed tomatoes with minimal olive oil, making it a guilt-free addition to your menu. Perfectly seasoned and optionally blended for a smooth or chunky texture, it’s a quick and easy way to pack your meals with nutrients and bold flavor. Ready in under an hour and serving up to six, this veggie-packed tomato sauce is a must-try for anyone seeking a low-fat, plant-based twist on a classic.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:35 mins

Total Time:50 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped onion
• 3 cloves, minced garlic
• 1 medium, diced zucchini
• 1 medium, grated carrot
• 1 medium, diced red bell pepper
• 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon or to taste salt
• 0.25 teaspoon or to taste black pepper
• 1 teaspoon sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 2 tablespoons, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add 1 teaspoon of olive oil.

Step 2

Once the oil is warm, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 4

Stir in the diced zucchini, grated carrot, and diced red bell pepper. Cook for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.

Step 5

Add the canned crushed tomatoes to the saucepan, along with the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and optional sugar. Stir everything together.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer gently for 20-25 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking. Allow the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed (add more salt, pepper, or sugar to taste).

Step 8

If desired, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce for a smoother texture, or leave it chunky for a rustic style.

Step 9

Serve warm over your favorite pasta, rice, or as a base for other dishes. Garnish with fresh chopped parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1359.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	554.9

Total Fat 17.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 1.5g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 4087.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 22.3g	0%
Total Sugars 64.5g
Protein 16.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 334.9mg	0%
Iron 9.6mg	0%
Potassium 3834.0mg	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: 25.5%

Protein: 10.9%

Carbs: 63.5%