Sun Dried Tomato Marinara Sauce

Elevate your everyday marinara with this richly flavorful Sun-Dried Tomato Marinara Sauce! This easy-to-make recipe combines the tangy sweetness of sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil with a luscious blend of crushed tomatoes, sautéed garlic, and onions. Simmered to perfection with aromatic dried herbs like basil and oregano, plus a hint of crushed red pepper for a subtle kick, this sauce offers a delightful balance of bold, earthy, and savory notes. Perfect as a pasta topper, pizza base, or dipping sauce, it’s ready in just 35 minutes and garnished beautifully with fresh basil and Parmesan for an irresistible finish. Packed with wholesome ingredients and brimming with Italian-inspired flavors, this homemade marinara is an effortless way to bring gourmet flair to your meals.

Nutriscore Rating: 77/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 cup Sun-dried tomatoes (packed in oil)
• 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
• 1 medium Yellow onion (finely chopped)
• 4 cloves Garlic (minced)
• 28 ounces Canned crushed tomatoes
• 1 cup Vegetable or chicken broth
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon Dried basil
• 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 1 teaspoon Salt
• 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper (freshly ground)
• 0 Grated Parmesan cheese (optional, for serving)
• 0 Fresh basil leaves (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Begin by finely chopping the sun-dried tomatoes and set them aside. If they are packed in oil, gently pat them dry with a paper towel before chopping.

Step 2

In a large skillet or saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, or until the onion becomes soft and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute, being careful not to burn the garlic.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, chopped sun-dried tomatoes, and broth to the pan. Stir to combine all the ingredients evenly.

Step 5

Season the sauce with oregano, basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to blend the spices into the sauce.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for about 15-20 minutes. Stir occasionally to prevent any sticking. The sauce should thicken slightly during this time.

Step 7

Optional: For a smoother texture, use an immersion blender to puree the sauce to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if needed by adding more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes.

Step 9

Serve the sauce over pasta, as a pizza base, or as a dipping sauce. Garnish with fresh basil leaves and grated Parmesan cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1388.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1451.1

Total Fat 104.2g	0%
Saturated Fat 17.1g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3950.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 118.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 32.8g	0%
Total Sugars 72.1g
Protein 29.9g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 425.4mg	0%
Iron 18.8mg	0%
Potassium 10095.2mg	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: 61.3%

Protein: 7.8%

Carbs: 30.9%