Light Tomato Sauce

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
16%
Light Tomato Sauce
45 min.
6
212kcal

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Are you looking to elevate your culinary repertoire with a light yet flavorful sauce that’s both gluten-free and dairy-free? Look no further! This delightful Light Tomato Sauce is a perfect blend of fresh ingredients and robust flavors, making it an ideal companion for your favorite dishes, from pasta to grilled vegetables.

In just 45 minutes, you can whip up this mouthwatering sauce that serves six, perfect for family gatherings or meal prepping for the week ahead. Picture the aroma of sautéed onions mingling with the vibrant essence of whole tomatoes and fresh basil, creating a symphony of tastes that will tantalize your palate. With a caloric load of just 212 kcal per serving, this sauce allows you to indulge without the guilt.

Not only is this recipe easy to make, but it also uses simple, wholesome ingredients that are likely already in your pantry. Whether you are a seasoned cook or just getting started in the kitchen, this recipe is foolproof and sure to impress. Upgrade your cooking game and discover how a light tomato sauce can transform any meal into a gourmet experience. Dive into this culinary adventure and enjoy the fusion of flavors that awaits you!

Ingredients

  • 0.5 cup butter 
  • 56 ounce canned tomatoes whole canned
  • 0.5 cup basil fresh chopped
  • medium onion diced
  • teaspoon pepper 
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 10.3 ounce canned tomatoes canned

Equipment

  • dutch oven

Directions

  1. Melt butter in a Dutch oven; add onion, and saut until tender.
  2. Add tomatoes and remaining ingredients; cook over medium-high heat, stirring often, 20 minutes.

Nutrition Facts

Calories212kcal
Protein6.19%
Fat62.26%
Carbs31.55%

Properties

Glycemic Index
27.83
Glycemic Load
1.8
Inflammation Score
-8
Nutrition Score
13.040434793286%

Flavonoids

Apigenin
0.03mg
Luteolin
0.06mg
Isorhamnetin
1.84mg
Kaempferol
0.26mg
Myricetin
0.09mg
Quercetin
8.77mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:212.45kcal
10.62%
Fat:15.77g
24.26%
Saturated Fat:3.25g
20.29%
Carbohydrates:17.98g
5.99%
Net Carbohydrates:13.67g
4.97%
Sugar:9.99g
11.1%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:816.09mg
35.48%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.53g
7.06%
Vitamin C:32.17mg
39%
Vitamin A:1198.41IU
23.97%
Vitamin B6:0.42mg
20.81%
Potassium:711.19mg
20.32%
Manganese:0.41mg
20.28%
Vitamin E:3.02mg
20.12%
Iron:3.37mg
18.73%
Vitamin K:19.23µg
18.32%
Fiber:4.31g
17.22%
Copper:0.3mg
14.89%
Vitamin B3:2.54mg
12.72%
Calcium:117.74mg
11.77%
Vitamin B1:0.18mg
11.68%
Magnesium:44.88mg
11.22%
Vitamin B2:0.19mg
11.16%
Folate:36.04µg
9.01%
Phosphorus:82.4mg
8.24%
Vitamin B5:0.52mg
5.17%
Zinc:0.58mg
3.89%
Selenium:0.76µg
1.09%
Source:My Recipes