Easy Tomato Sauce with No Peeling
Say goodbye to tedious peeling with this Easy Tomato Sauce with No Peeling—an effortless, flavor-packed recipe that transforms fresh, ripe tomatoes into a silky, homemade sauce in just 40 minutes! Bursting with the natural sweetness of Roma or cherry tomatoes, this recipe skips the peeling step by blending the cooked tomatoes into a smooth, rich consistency. Infused with the aromatic goodness of sautéed garlic, onion, fresh basil, and dried oregano, this quick tomato sauce strikes the perfect balance of flavors, with an optional touch of sugar to mellow acidity. Whether you're dressing pasta, spreading it on pizza, or freezing it for later, this no-peel tomato sauce is a time-saving, versatile staple for every kitchen. Perfect for busy weeknights, it’s easy to make, endlessly customizable, and packed with fresh, vibrant flavor!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Fresh tomatoes (preferably ripe Roma or cherry tomatoes)
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
- 6 pieces Fresh basil leaves, roughly torn
- 0.5 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 0.25 cup Water or vegetable broth
Instructions
1. Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and cut them into quarters (or halves if using cherry tomatoes). There is no need to peel the skins.
2. Heat a large saucepan over medium heat and add olive oil. Once hot, add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened.
3. Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
4. Add the quartered tomatoes to the pan, along with the water or vegetable broth. Stir to combine.
5. Season with salt, black pepper, dried oregano, and sugar (if using). Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer.
6. Cover the pan with a lid and let the tomatoes cook on low to medium heat for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally. The tomatoes will start to soften and release their juices.
7. After 20 minutes, use an immersion blender directly in the pan to puree the tomato mixture until smooth. (Alternatively, you can carefully transfer the mixture to a blender, puree, and return it to the pan.)
8. Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a little more water or broth to reach your desired consistency.
9. Stir in the torn fresh basil leaves and let the sauce simmer uncovered for another 5 minutes for the flavors to meld.
10. Serve the tomato sauce over your favorite pasta, use it as a pizza base, or store it in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
623 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.8 g | 34% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2648 mg | 115% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 54.3 g | 20% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.6 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.7 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 146 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 3.8 mg | 21% | |
| Potassium | 2390 mg | 51% | |
*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.
