Thick & Chunky Tomato Sauce from Scratch

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Very Healthy
Popular
Health score
100%
Thick & Chunky Tomato Sauce from Scratch
35 min.
1
588kcal

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Imagine savoring a rich, hearty tomato sauce that bursts with fresh flavors and is loaded with wholesome ingredients. Our Thick & Chunky Tomato Sauce from Scratch is a culinary delight that is not only pleasing to the palate but also meets the highest health standards with a score of 100. This versatile sauce is a fantastic choice for everyone, as it caters to a variety of dietary needs—it's vegetarian, vegan, gluten-free, and dairy-free, making it a beloved option for a wide range of diners.

This sauce comes together in just 35 minutes, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or lazy weekend meals. As you sauté garlic and onions, the kitchen fills with an aroma that promises something special is on the horizon. The use of fresh tomatoes ensures a burst of natural sweetness and vibrant color, while the addition of sun-dried tomatoes elevates the sauce with deeper, more complex flavors. A hint of fresh basil and a dash of oregano tie everything together, creating a delightful harmony of tastes that will leave your taste buds dancing.

Whether you choose to enjoy this sauce over a bed of spiralized zucchini, gluten-free pasta, or hearty spaghetti squash, you're in for a treat that is both satisfying and nourishing. Get ready to impress your friends and family with this incredible homemade sauce that is sure to become a staple in your kitchen!

Ingredients

  • serving pepper black freshly ground to taste
  • 0.3 teaspoon grain sea salt to taste fine
  • 0.3 cup basil leaves fresh minced
  • large garlic cloves minced
  • 0.3 cup oil-packed sun-dried tomatoes ( 6)
  • tablespoon olive oil extra-virgin
  • 0.5 teaspoon oregano dried
  • medium zucchini julienned cooked
  • cups tomatoes diced seeded

Equipment

  • food processor
  • ladle
  • pot

Directions

  1. Add the oil, onion, and garlic into a medium pot and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper.
  2. Saute over medium heat for about 5 minutes, until the onion is translucent.Stir in the diced tomatoes and increase heat to high-medium to bring to a low boil. When the mixture boils, reduce the heat to medium and simmer for about 15 minutes, uncovered, until most of the water cooks off. Watch closely, reducing heat if necessary and stirring often.
  3. Add sun-dried tomatoes into a food processor along with a ladle of the tomato sauce. Process until mostly smooth. Stir this mixture back into the tomato sauce in the pot.Stir in the minced basil, oregano, salt, and pepper, and optional red pepper flakes to taste. Continue cooking until thickened to your liking and then remove from heat.
  4. Serve sauce over a bed of pasta noodles, zucchini noodles, or spaghetti squash noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Calories588kcal
Protein8.89%
Fat29.08%
Carbs62.03%

Properties

Glycemic Index
205
Glycemic Load
8.79
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
51.198696012082%

Flavonoids

Naringenin
3.04mg
Apigenin
0.01mg
Luteolin
0.02mg
Kaempferol
0.42mg
Myricetin
0.68mg
Quercetin
2.7mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:587.73kcal
29.39%
Fat:21.33g
32.81%
Saturated Fat:3.33g
20.8%
Carbohydrates:102.35g
34.12%
Net Carbohydrates:78.45g
28.53%
Sugar:48.87g
54.3%
Cholesterol:0mg
0%
Sodium:799.11mg
34.74%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:14.66g
29.32%
Manganese:2.46mg
122.88%
Vitamin C:95.27mg
115.48%
Vitamin A:5457.18IU
109.14%
Fiber:23.9g
95.61%
Vitamin K:95.64µg
91.08%
Potassium:3101.44mg
88.61%
Vitamin B6:1.52mg
75.93%
Vitamin B3:14.46mg
72.3%
Magnesium:226.62mg
56.65%
Copper:1.06mg
53.03%
Folate:208.27µg
52.07%
Vitamin B1:0.68mg
45.59%
Vitamin B5:4.51mg
45.07%
Iron:7.45mg
41.41%
Vitamin E:5.92mg
39.5%
Calcium:335.43mg
33.54%
Phosphorus:335.23mg
33.52%
Vitamin B2:0.41mg
24.11%
Zinc:3.29mg
21.93%
Selenium:5.33µg
7.62%