Salsa de Tomate Casera

Elevate your homemade meals with this rich and flavorful Salsa de Tomate Casera—a traditional tomato sauce that's as versatile as it is delicious. Made with ripe, juicy tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a medley of fresh vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this recipe brings out the essence of Mediterranean comfort food. Simmered with fragrant dried herbs like oregano and basil, and finished with a touch of fresh parsley, this sauce strikes the perfect balance of savory and subtly sweet flavors, thanks to a hint of sugar and caramelized tomato paste. Whether you're topping pasta, layering lasagna, or serving it as a dipping sauce, this easy-to-follow recipe delivers restaurant-quality results in the comfort of your kitchen. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow-cooked 45-minute transformation into a thick, hearty sauce, this homemade tomato sauce recipe is ideal for meal prepping and can be easily stored for future meals. Perfect for lovers of authentic Italian cuisine, this Salsa de Tomate Casera offers a true taste of homemade goodness!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion
• 3 garlic cloves
• 1 small carrot
• 1 celery stalk
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.5 cup water or vegetable broth
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley

Directions

Step 1

Begin by washing the tomatoes thoroughly under cold running water. Slice a small 'X' at the bottom of each tomato with a sharp knife.

Step 2

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Prepare a large bowl of ice water on the side. Once boiling, carefully add the tomatoes to the pot for 1-2 minutes or until you see the skin starting to peel away at the 'X'.

Step 3

Use a slotted spoon to transfer the tomatoes immediately to the bowl of ice water to stop the cooking process. Once cooled, peel off the skins and chop the tomatoes roughly. Set aside.

Step 4

In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped yellow onion and sauté for about 3 minutes until translucent.

Step 5

Add minced garlic, finely chopped carrot, and diced celery to the pan. Cook for another 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes to caramelize slightly, which will enhance the flavor.

Step 7

Add the chopped tomatoes, sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, and black pepper to the saucepan. Pour in the water or vegetable broth to deglaze the pan and stir well to combine.

Step 8

Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the sauce cook for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Once the sauce has reached your desired consistency, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Remove from heat and stir in freshly chopped parsley for added freshness.

Step 11

Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then use as desired, or store in airtight containers in the refrigerator for up to a week, or freeze for longer-term storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1311.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	548.0

Total Fat 30.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2966.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 66.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.5g	0%
Total Sugars 39.3g
Protein 12.4g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 201.8mg	0%
Iron 5.6mg	0%
Potassium 3019.9mg	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: 46.8%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 44.8%