Low Sodium Rao's Marinara Sauce

Discover the wholesome flavors of homemade *Low Sodium Rao’s Marinara Sauce*, a heart-healthy take on the classic Italian favorite. Made with no-salt-added whole peeled tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a fragrant blend of dried oregano and basil, this sauce delivers the bold flavors you love with a fraction of the sodium. Slow-simmered to perfection, the addition of fresh basil and a hint of crushed red pepper flakes creates a delightful balance of sweetness and spice. Perfect for serving over pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dipping sauce, this easy-to-make recipe is both versatile and loaded with natural flavor. Ready in under an hour and yielding enough for the whole family, this low-sodium marinara is a must-try for anyone seeking a healthier, homemade alternative to store-bought sauces.

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:50 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 28 ounces whole peeled tomatoes, no salt added
• 0.5 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 whole bay leaf
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, roughly chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until it becomes translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the whole peeled tomatoes with their juice. Crush the tomatoes with a wooden spoon or potato masher to reach a desired chunky consistency.

Step 5

Stir in the dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, sugar, and ground black pepper.

Step 6

Add the bay leaf and bring the mixture to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce cook for 40 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the bay leaf and discard it.

Step 8

For a smoother texture, you can blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer it to a countertop blender before returning it to the saucepan.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 10

Taste and adjust the seasonings if necessary. Serve the sauce hot over pasta or as desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(993.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	344.0

Total Fat 15.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 2.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 74.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 10.5g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 9.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 286.3mg	0%
Iron 6.6mg	0%
Potassium 1718.5mg	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: 37.5%

Protein: 10.3%

Carbs: 52.2%