Whole30 Classic Italian Arrabbiata Sauce
Spice up your mealtime with this irresistible Whole30 Classic Italian Arrabbiata Sauce, a fiery, flavor-packed take on the traditional Italian favorite. Made with Whole30-compliant ingredients, this sauce features a base of rich extra virgin olive oil, aromatic minced garlic, and a kick of red pepper flakes, all simmered with naturally sweetened whole peeled tomatoes. Fresh basil adds a fragrant herbal note in the final minutes, elevating the bold flavors to perfection. Ready in just 40 minutes, this sauce is the ultimate pairing for grilled proteins or veggie noodles, making it the perfect choice for a wholesome, satisfying dinner. Whether you're following the Whole30 plan or just looking for a healthy, gluten-free, dairy-free meal option, this arrabbiata sauce is sure to impress.
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Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 1.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 28 ounces canned whole peeled tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 cup fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the minced garlic to the oil and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, making sure it does not brown.
Step 3
Add the red pepper flakes and stir them in the oil for 30 seconds to release their flavor.
Step 4
Carefully pour the canned whole peeled tomatoes into the saucepan. Use a wooden spoon to break the tomatoes into smaller pieces as they cook.
Step 5
Season the tomato mixture with sea salt and freshly ground black pepper.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a simmer. Once simmering, reduce the heat to low and let it cook uncovered for about 25 minutes, stirring occasionally until it thickens.
Step 7
If you prefer a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency.
Step 8
Finely chop the fresh basil leaves and stir them into the sauce in the last 5 minutes of cooking, to allow their flavor to infuse.
Step 9
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning if necessary. Serve it hot over your choice of grilled proteins or vegetable pasta.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (868.4g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 594.8 |
| Total Fat 44.5g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 6.2g | 0% |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3319.2mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 53.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 15.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 33.4g | |
| Protein 8.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 177.1mg | 0% |
| Iron 5.9mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1486.5mg | 0% |
Source of Calories