Keto Classic Pomodoro Sauce
Elevate your keto cooking game with this Keto Classic Pomodoro Sauce, a low-carb twist on the beloved Italian classic. Bursting with rich flavor from crushed tomatoes, garlic, and a medley of dried herbs, this sauce is sweetened naturally with erythritol or monk fruit to keep it perfectly keto-friendly. The recipe is quick and easy, with only a 10-minute prep time and a short simmer for bold, aromatic results. A final touch of fresh basil adds vibrancy, making it the perfect pairing for zoodles, spaghetti squash, or any keto pasta alternative. Whether you're meal prepping or crafting a gourmet keto dinner, this simple yet flavorful sauce is sure to be your go-to.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes, no sugar added
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sweetener (erythritol or monk fruit)
- 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Instructions
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until fragrant, being careful not to burn the garlic.
Stir in the crushed tomatoes, ensuring they are well-combined with the garlic and oil.
Add the dried oregano, dried basil, sea salt, black pepper, and sweetener to the saucepan.
Stir the mixture thoroughly and bring it to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the saucepan with a lid slightly ajar, and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more salt, pepper, or sweetener if needed.
Remove the saucepan from heat and stir in freshly chopped basil leaves.
Serve the Keto Pomodoro Sauce warm with zoodles, spaghetti squash, or any other keto-friendly pasta substitute.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
440 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.8 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1234 mg | 54% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 46.7 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 12.1 g | 43% | |
| Total Sugars | 23.2 g | ||
| Protein | 8.8 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 200 mg | 15% | |
| Iron | 6.5 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 1510 mg | 32% | |
*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.
