Whole30 Salsa de Tomate Casera

Elevate your Whole30 meal prep with this irresistible Whole30 Salsa de Tomate Casera—a homemade tomato sauce that’s as wholesome as it is flavorful! Made with simple, clean ingredients like ripe, juicy tomatoes, fragrant basil, and a hint of dried oregano, this recipe strikes the perfect balance between freshness and depth of flavor. Sautéed onions and garlic in olive oil lay the foundation for a rich, slow-simmered sauce that’s naturally Whole30-compliant, free of added sugar, and packed with nutrients. Perfect as a topping for roasted vegetables, a zesty addition to zoodles, or a dipping sauce, it’s a versatile kitchen staple you’ll want to make again and again! Ready in just one hour, this vibrant tomato sauce serves six, making it an ideal choice for meal prep or family dinners.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 units garlic cloves, minced
• 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
• 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon sea salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the chopped tomatoes to the saucepan and stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.

Step 6

Stir in the chopped basil, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.

Step 7

Continue to cook the sauce for another 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.

Step 8

Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.

Step 9

Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1066.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	478.8

Total Fat 30.0g	0%
Saturated Fat 4.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2377.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 50.0g	0%
Dietary Fiber 13.7g	0%
Total Sugars 28.3g
Protein 10.3g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 152.5mg	0%
Iron 4.1mg	0%
Potassium 2380.5mg	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: 52.8%

Protein: 8.1%

Carbs: 39.1%