Easy Low Carb Pizza Sauce and Pasta Sauce Base
Transform your homemade dishes with this **Easy Low Carb Pizza Sauce and Pasta Sauce Base**, a versatile recipe perfect for low-carb and keto-friendly lifestyles. Made with wholesome, pantry-staple ingredients like unsweetened tomato paste, crushed tomatoes, and a fragrant medley of garlic, dried herbs, and spices, this sauce delivers rich, robust flavor without added sugars. In just 20 minutes, you’ll have a smooth, customizable sauce that works equally well as a zesty pizza base or a rich pasta topping. Adjust the spice level with crushed red pepper flakes, balance the acidity with an optional granulated sweetener, and finish with a sprinkle of fresh parsley or basil for that final touch. Whether you're meal prepping or whipping up dinner on the fly, this recipe is quick, nutritious, and endlessly crowd-pleasing.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 oz Tomato paste (unsweetened)
- 15 oz Crushed tomatoes (canned, no added sugar)
- 2 tbsp Olive oil
- 2 cloves Garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp Onion powder
- 1 tsp Dried oregano
- 1 tsp Dried basil
- 0.25 tsp Crushed red pepper flakes
- 0.5 tsp Paprika
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 0.25 tsp Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Water
- 0.5 tsp Granulated sweetener (e.g., erythritol or monk fruit, optional)
- 1 tbsp Fresh parsley or basil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the saucepan and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
Stir in the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, mixing well to combine.
Add the onion powder, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir to evenly distribute the seasonings.
Pour in the water and stir until the sauce reaches a smooth, slightly thickened consistency. If the sauce appears too thick for your liking, add an additional tablespoon of water at a time until the desired consistency is achieved.
Optional: Stir in the granulated sweetener to balance the acidity of the tomatoes, if desired.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste and adjust the seasoning, adding more salt, pepper, or spices as needed.
Remove from heat. Let cool slightly before using as a pizza sauce or store it in the refrigerator for up to 5 days if making ahead.
Optional: Garnish the finished sauce with freshly chopped parsley or basil for added flavor and presentation, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
521 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.7 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1276 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 63.3 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.6 g | 52% | |
| Total Sugars | 37.4 g | ||
| Protein | 12.3 g | 25% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 177 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 8.6 mg | 48% | |
| Potassium | 2063 mg | 44% | |
*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.
