Sugar-Free Classic Tomato Pasta Sauce

Indulge in the wholesome simplicity of our Sugar-Free Classic Tomato Pasta Sauce, a healthier twist on the traditional Italian favorite. This rich, flavorful sauce is crafted with pantry staples like crushed tomatoes, garlic, and onion, and gets an unexpected touch of natural sweetness from grated carrot—no added sugar needed! Slow-simmered with aromatic dried herbs, a splash of vegetable broth, and a hint of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this sauce achieves the perfect balance of savory and fresh. Whether served chunky or blended smooth, it's a versatile recipe ideal for pairing with your favorite pasta, zoodles, or as a base for lasagnas. Ready in under an hour, this is destined to become your go-to guilt-free pasta sauce! Keywords: sugar-free tomato pasta sauce, healthy pasta sauce recipe, homemade tomato sauce, easy Italian sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 4 units garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 medium carrot, peeled and grated
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 unit bay leaf
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoons red pepper flakes
• 1 cup water or vegetable broth
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for about 5 minutes, or until the onion is soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and grated carrot to the saucepan; stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

Step 6

Pour in the water or vegetable broth; stir well.

Step 7

Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat to low.

Step 8

Cover the saucepan and let the sauce simmer gently for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 9

Remove the bay leaf and adjust seasoning if needed according to taste.

Step 10

Stir in the fresh basil leaves and simmer for an additional 5 minutes.

Step 11

Use an immersion blender for a smoother texture if desired, or enjoy the sauce chunky.

Step 12

Serve the sauce hot over your favorite pasta.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1372.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	611.6

Total Fat 30.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.5g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3177.9mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 81.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 21.5g	0%
Total Sugars 43.6g
Protein 16.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 310.1mg	0%
Iron 10.0mg	0%
Potassium 2671.2mg	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: 41.5%

Protein: 9.8%

Carbs: 48.7%