Mediterranean Diet Homemade Tomato Sauce

Elevate your dishes with the bold, wholesome flavors of this Mediterranean Diet Homemade Tomato Sauce, a vibrant and versatile recipe that's as healthy as it is delicious. Made with pantry staples like extra virgin olive oil, juicy canned whole tomatoes, and aromatic garlic, this sauce is infused with the earthy goodness of dried oregano and basil, then finished with fresh basil for a bright, herbaceous kick. Perfectly balanced with a hint of sweetness from sugar and just the right seasoning, this sauce is slow-simmered to perfection, creating rich, robust flavors that will transform your meals. Whether served over pasta, used as a pizza base, or layered into your favorite Mediterranean-inspired dishes, this homemade tomato sauce is a must-have recipe for any kitchen. Ready in just under an hour, it’s an easy-to-make, healthy addition to your weekly rotation!

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:55 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium onion, finely chopped
• 3 medium garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned whole tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoon sugar
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

In a large saucepan, heat the extra virgin olive oil over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion to the pan and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 4

Pour in the canned whole tomatoes and their juices, crushing the tomatoes with your hands or a spoon as you add them to the pan.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and sugar.

Step 6

Bring the mixture to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cook uncovered, stirring occasionally, for about 40 minutes. The sauce should thicken and reduce slightly.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 10

Serve immediately or allow to cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(994.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	686.6

Total Fat 52.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 9.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.8g
Cholesterol 15.9mg	0%
Sodium 3418.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 49.8g	0%
Dietary Fiber 18.8g	0%
Total Sugars 33.9g
Protein 10.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 317.3mg	0%
Iron 6.8mg	0%
Potassium 2111.9mg	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: 66.3%

Protein: 5.8%

Carbs: 27.9%