Whole30 Creamy Tomato Sauce
Transform your meals with this delectable Whole30 Creamy Tomato Sauce, a dairy-free and gluten-free marvel that's as versatile as it is flavorful. Crafted with pantry staples like canned crushed tomatoes, creamy coconut milk, and a medley of Italian-inspired seasonings, this sauce strikes the perfect balance between rich, velvety texture and vibrant tomato flavor. A quick sauté of onions and garlic in olive oil lays the aromatic foundation, while fresh basil (optional but recommended) adds a bright, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 35 minutes, this sauce is ideal for topping veggie noodles, spiralized zucchini, or any Whole30-approved dish. It's a must-try for anyone seeking a satisfying, wholesome twist on classic tomato sauce.
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Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, diced yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.25 cup, chopped (optional for garnish) fresh basil leaves
Directions
Step 1
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Step 2
Add the diced onion and sauté for 5 minutes, until translucent.
Step 3
Stir in the minced garlic and sauté for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Step 4
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and stir to combine with the onion and garlic.
Step 5
Add the coconut milk to the tomato mixture, stirring to integrate fully.
Step 6
Mix in the dried basil, dried oregano, salt, black pepper, and crushed red pepper flakes.
Step 7
Bring the sauce to a simmer and reduce the heat to low, allowing it to cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened slightly.
Step 8
Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
Step 9
Garnish with fresh basil leaves if desired before serving.
Step 10
Serve warm over your favorite Whole30-compliant pasta or dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1193.3g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 602.8 |
| Total Fat 30.4g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 4.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3397.7mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 82.6g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 16.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 54.6g | |
| Protein 12.1g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% |
| Calcium 282.0mg | 0% |
| Iron 8.1mg | 0% |
| Potassium 3104.9mg | 0% |
Source of Calories