Low Sodium Tomatensaus

Prepare to elevate your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Low Sodium Tomatensaus—a guilt-free take on the classic tomato sauce designed to suit a heart-healthy lifestyle. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe, no-salt-added crushed tomatoes and complemented by a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, celery, and carrot, this sauce achieves rich depth without relying on excess sodium. Infused with Italian-inspired herbs such as oregano, basil, and thyme, and a subtle hint of sweetness from honey or maple syrup, it’s the perfect all-purpose condiment for pasta, pizza, or dipping. Ready in just 40 minutes, this low-sodium recipe is both simple to prepare and freezer-friendly, making it an ideal choice for meal prep. Discover how this wholesome, homemade tomatensaus will become an essential in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 83/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 medium Carrot, finely grated
• 1 stalk Celery stalk, finely diced
• 28 ounces Canned no-salt-added crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (no added salt)
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Dried thyme
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Honey (or maple syrup for vegan alternative)
• 1 leaf Bay leaf
• 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.5 cup Water or low-sodium vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

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

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic, grated carrot, and diced celery, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 4

Add the no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and water or low-sodium vegetable broth. Stir to combine.

Step 5

Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, thyme, and black pepper. Add the bay leaf and gently stir.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust sweetness with honey or maple syrup as needed.

Step 8

Discard the bay leaf. Stir in the chopped parsley for a fresh finish.

Step 9

Serve warm over pasta, as a pizza sauce, or for dipping. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1403.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	637.9

Total Fat 30.3g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 282.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.2g	0%
Dietary Fiber 23.1g	0%
Total Sugars 52.2g
Protein 16.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 342.2mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 3241.0mg	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: 39.3%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 51.4%