Spinach and Tomato Sauce

Elevate your everyday meals with this vibrant Spinach and Tomato Sauce—a wholesome, flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a dinner party. This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste with the freshness of nutrient-packed spinach, all infused with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a fragrant blend of dried oregano and basil. A hint of optional red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while a splash of vegetable broth creates a silky, savory base. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or your favorite protein. Top it with grated Parmesan for a comforting, restaurant-style finish. Perfect for anyone craving a healthy and hearty homemade sauce!

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
• 4 cloves, minced garlic
• 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 5 cups, roughly chopped fresh spinach
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon (optional) red chili flakes
• 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
• 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
• 0.5 cups water or vegetable broth
• 0.25 cups (optional, for serving) grated Parmesan cheese

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, or until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan, stirring well to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Pour in the water or vegetable broth and stir. Bring the sauce to a simmer.

Step 7

Allow the sauce to cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 8

Add the chopped fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring to wilt each batch before adding more.

Step 9

Once all the spinach is incorporated, simmer the sauce for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 10

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, as needed.

Step 11

Serve the spinach and tomato sauce hot over pasta, rice, or as a topping for your protein of choice. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(875.2g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	642.2

Total Fat 46.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 11.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 6.1g
Cholesterol 27.9mg	0%
Sodium 2647.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 41.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 15.5g	0%
Total Sugars 20.9g
Protein 18.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 560.7mg	0%
Iron 9.3mg	0%
Potassium 1391.6mg	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: 63.8%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 25.0%