Simple Pizza Sauce

Transform your homemade pizza nights with this Simple Pizza Sauce recipe, a quick and flavorful base that’s ready in just 20 minutes! Made with pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, extra virgin olive oil, and a blend of classic Italian seasonings, this sauce achieves the perfect balance of rich, tangy, and savory flavors. Infused with sautéed garlic and a hint of optional red chili flakes, it brings just the right kick to your pizza creations. Whether you prefer a slightly chunky texture or a silky smooth finish, this sauce is easily customizable to suit your taste. Perfect for spreading on your favorite pizza dough, it’s also versatile enough to double as a marinara dipping sauce. This recipe is simple, satisfying, and the ultimate secret to elevating your homemade pizza game!

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:5 mins

Cook Time:15 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 400 grams Canned crushed tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 2 units Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
• 0.5 teaspoons Sugar
• 0.25 teaspoons Red chili flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic to the pan and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and slightly golden (do not let it burn).

Step 3

Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the garlic and oil.

Step 4

Add the dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, sugar, and red chili flakes (if using). Stir well to incorporate all the seasonings.

Step 5

Lower the heat to medium-low and let the sauce simmer gently for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally. This will allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 6

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. If you prefer a smoother sauce, you can blend it with an immersion blender or in a food processor.

Step 7

Let the sauce cool slightly before spreading it on pizza dough. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to one week, or freeze for up to three months.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(446.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	363.0

Total Fat 29.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2861.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 28.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.5g	0%
Total Sugars 18.8g
Protein 5.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 132.0mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 1380.3mg	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: 65.5%

Protein: 5.6%

Carbs: 28.8%