2 5 Challenge Friendly Real Pasta Sauce
Satisfy your pasta cravings guilt-free with this wholesome and flavorful '2 5 Challenge Friendly Real Pasta Sauce' recipe! Perfect for clean eaters and health-conscious cooks, this versatile sauce is brimming with nutrient-packed ingredients like carrots, celery, and tomatoes, making it a delicious way to incorporate your daily veggie intake. Sautéed garlic and onions build an aromatic base, while dried basil, oregano, and an optional kick of chili flakes infuse the sauce with depth and warmth. Ready in just 30 minutes and customizable to your preferred texture—silky smooth or rustic and chunky—this easy, low-calorie pasta sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta or zoodles. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness, and enjoy a vibrant, hearty meal that’s ready to elevate anyone's weekly dinner rotation!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon Olive oil
- 2 pieces Garlic cloves
- 1 medium Yellow onion
- 400 grams Canned chopped tomatoes
- 1 medium Carrots
- 1 piece Celery stick
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 100 milliliters Water or vegetable stock
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a medium-sized saucepan over medium heat.
Peel and finely mince the garlic cloves. Dice the onion, carrot, and celery into small even pieces.
Add the garlic and onion to the pan and sauté for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and the onion turns translucent.
Stir in the carrots and celery, cooking for another 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.
Pour in the canned chopped tomatoes and stir to combine.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well to incorporate the seasonings.
Pour in the water or vegetable stock, stirring to loosen any bits stuck to the bottom of the pan.
Bring the sauce to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
After simmering, use a stick blender to blend the sauce to your desired consistency, or leave it chunky if preferred.
Taste and adjust the seasonings if needed. If desired, garnish with freshly chopped parsley before serving.
Serve the sauce hot over cooked pasta of your choice or store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
304 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 15.3 g | 20% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2128 mg | 93% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 39.9 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.9 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 20.5 g | ||
| Protein | 6.3 g | 13% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 166 mg | 13% | |
| Iron | 4.0 mg | 22% | |
| Potassium | 1282 mg | 27% | |
*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.
