Low Sodium Spinach Stewed Sauce

Elevate your healthy cooking game with this Low Sodium Spinach Stewed Sauce, a flavorful yet heart-conscious addition to your meal repertoire. Bursting with the natural goodness of fresh spinach, no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, and aromatic herbs like oregano and basil, this sauce achieves a rich, savory profile without compromising on nutrition. The combination of sautéed onions, garlic, and a hint of optional red pepper flakes creates a satisfying depth of flavor, perfectly balanced by the smoothness of low-sodium vegetable broth. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce is ideal for pairing with low-sodium pasta, rice, or even as a topping for roasted veggies. Perfect for those seeking low-sodium dinner ideas, it's a delicious way to embrace clean and wholesome eating!

Nutriscore Rating: 82/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 4 cups fresh spinach
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
• 1.5 cups crushed tomatoes (no salt added)
• 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Wash the fresh spinach thoroughly and pat it dry. Set aside.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Add the diced onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until translucent.

Step 4

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, being careful not to let it burn.

Step 5

Add the low-sodium vegetable broth, crushed tomatoes, and tomato paste to the pan. Stir well to combine.

Step 6

Season the mixture with dried oregano, dried basil, ground black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Stir to distribute the seasonings evenly.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 8

Add the fresh spinach to the pan, folding it into the sauce. Allow it to wilt completely, about 4-5 minutes.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed, keeping it low sodium by avoiding salt.

Step 10

Serve hot over your favorite low-sodium pasta, rice, or as a topping for roasted vegetables. Enjoy!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(900.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	480.6

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 309.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.1g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.0g	0%
Total Sugars 22.6g
Protein 10.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 264.8mg	0%
Iron 7.9mg	0%
Potassium 1628.8mg	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: 51.7%

Protein: 8.6%

Carbs: 39.7%