Low Sodium Spicy Tomato Sauce

Transform your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Spicy Tomato Sauce, the perfect way to add bold, zesty flair without upping your salt intake. Made with no-salt-added crushed tomatoes and tomato paste, this sauce gains its irresistible kick from red pepper flakes, aromatic garlic, and a blend of dried herbs like basil and oregano. A touch of optional sugar balances the natural acidity, while a splash of water or low-sodium vegetable broth ensures a perfectly luscious texture. Ready in just 40 minutes, this heart-healthy, spice-infused sauce is ideal for pasta, roasted vegetables, or as a bold pizza base. Garnish with fresh parsley for a bright, herbaceous finish and serve it up knowing you’ve made a wholesome, low-sodium choice.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes, no salt added
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste, no salt added
• 1 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper, freshly ground
• 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
• 0.5 cups Water or low-sodium vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and diced onion to the pan. Sauté for 5-7 minutes until the onion becomes soft and translucent, stirring frequently to avoid burning the garlic.

Step 3

Stir in the red pepper flakes, dried basil, and dried oregano. Cook for 1 minute to toast the spices and release their flavors.

Step 4

Pour the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste into the pan. Mix well to combine.

Step 5

Add the water or low-sodium vegetable broth to thin the sauce slightly. Stir well.

Step 6

Season the sauce with black pepper and stir in the optional sugar if desired to balance the acidity of the tomatoes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the spices if needed. If you prefer a smoother consistency, you can blend the sauce with an immersion blender or let it cool and process it in a conventional blender in batches.

Step 9

Serve hot over your favorite dishes and garnish with fresh parsley if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1150.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	587.6

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 87.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 19.0g	0%
Total Sugars 44.9g
Protein 14.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 246.6mg	0%
Iron 6.5mg	0%
Potassium 2600.4mg	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: 42.4%

Protein: 9.1%

Carbs: 48.5%