Sugar-Free Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce

Elevate your meals with this Sugar-Free Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce—an irresistible blend of fresh ingredients and bold flavors. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a dipping sauce, this recipe combines juicy, ripe tomatoes with fragrant basil, zesty red wine vinegar, and a medley of Italian herbs, all simmered to perfection. Unlike traditional sauces, this version skips the sugar, letting the natural sweetness of the tomatoes shine while maintaining a tangy balance. With just 15 minutes of prep and a slow simmer that deepens every layer of flavor, this homemade sauce is a healthy, versatile, and flavorful alternative to store-bought versions. Savor the purity of whole ingredients in every spoonful, and enjoy the satisfaction of a sauce made right in your kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
• 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pounds Tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Red wine vinegar
• 1 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the finely chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until the onion is translucent.

Step 3

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

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the saucepan and stir well to combine with the onion and garlic mixture.

Step 5

Mix in the tomato paste, stirring until it is fully blended into the tomatoes.

Step 6

Pour in the red wine vinegar and bring the mixture to a simmer, allowing it to cook for about 5 minutes.

Step 7

Reduce the heat to low, then add the chopped fresh basil, salt, pepper, dried oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes.

Step 8

Let the sauce simmer gently, uncovered, for 30 to 35 minutes, stirring occasionally until it slightly thickens and the flavors meld together.

Step 9

Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary, then remove from heat.

Step 10

For a smoother texture, blend the sauce using an immersion blender or transfer it to a food processor once slightly cooled.

Step 11

Serve the sauce warm with your favorite pasta, pizza, or store in jars in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1353.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	564.7

Total Fat 30.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2442.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 63.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 20.0g	0%
Total Sugars 32.3g
Protein 16.7g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 407.7mg	0%
Iron 14.6mg	0%
Potassium 3216.3mg	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: 46.0%

Protein: 11.3%

Carbs: 42.7%