Sugar-Free Tomatensauce

Discover the wholesome goodness of this Sugar-Free Tomatensauce, a flavorful and all-natural pasta sauce perfect for health-conscious food lovers. Made with fresh, ripe tomatoes and a medley of aromatic vegetables like onion, carrot, and celery, this recipe eliminates added sugars while delivering a rich, authentic Italian flavor. Olive oil, garlic, and a blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil elevate the sauce, while optional red chili flakes add a hint of heat. Simmered to perfection and blended to your desired consistency, this versatile sauce is ideal for pasta, pizza, or as a base for your favorite dishes. Quick to prepare in just under an hour, this sugar-free tomato sauce is perfect for meal prepping with leftovers that store beautifully in the fridge or freezer. Enjoy a healthier twist on classic tomatensauce without sacrificing bold, comforting flavors!

Nutriscore Rating: 80/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1000 grams Fresh ripe tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion
• 3 cloves Garlic cloves
• 1 small Carrot
• 1 small Celery stalk
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
• 100 milliliters Water or vegetable stock

Directions

Step 1

Wash and core the tomatoes. If desired, peel the tomatoes by blanching them in boiling water for 30 seconds, then transferring them to ice water and slipping off the skins.

Step 2

Dice the tomatoes into small chunks and set aside.

Step 3

Finely chop the yellow onion, garlic cloves, carrot, and celery stalk.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Add the chopped onion, carrot, and celery, and sauté for 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables are softened.

Step 6

Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, taking care not to burn it.

Step 7

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

Step 8

Pour in the water or vegetable stock and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.

Step 9

Cover the saucepan and let it cook on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. If the mixture becomes too thick, add a splash more water or stock.

Step 10

After 30 minutes, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce to your desired consistency. Alternatively, carefully transfer the sauce to a blender and blend, then return it to the pan.

Step 11

Taste and adjust seasoning as needed, adding more salt or pepper if desired.

Step 12

Let the sauce simmer uncovered for an additional 10 minutes to thicken slightly.

Step 13

Remove from heat and allow it to cool slightly before serving. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1333.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	522.1

Total Fat 30.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 1653.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 59.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 17.0g	0%
Total Sugars 33.3g
Protein 11.8g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 191.5mg	0%
Iron 4.5mg	0%
Potassium 2870.3mg	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: 49.0%

Protein: 8.4%

Carbs: 42.6%