Keto Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce
Elevate your keto meals with this irresistible Rich and Tangy Tomato Basil Sauce, a flavorful and low-carb delight that showcases the perfect balance of robust tomatoes, fragrant herbs, and a hint of balsamic flair. This homemade sauce combines crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and a keto-friendly sweetener to achieve a rich, smooth texture with just the right amount of acidity. Infused with dried and fresh basil, oregano, and a touch of garlic, each spoonful bursts with aromatic goodness. Ready in under an hour, this versatile sauce is perfect for enhancing zucchini noodles, keto pizzas, or roasted vegetables. Whether you're meal-prepping or whipping up a quick dinner, this easy-to-make sauce is a keto kitchen essential!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium Onion, finely chopped
- 3 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 28 ounces Canned tomatoes, crushed
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 tablespoon Balsamic vinegar
- 2 teaspoons Dried basil
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 2 teaspoons Erythritol or keto sweetener
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté until it becomes translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Add the crushed tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan, stirring well to combine.
Mix in the balsamic vinegar, dried basil, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper.
Allow the sauce to simmer on low heat for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Taste the sauce; if it is too acidic, add erythritol or another keto-friendly sweetener to balance the flavors.
Towards the end of cooking, stir in the fresh basil leaves.
Remove the sauce from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Serve over vegetable pasta, grilled vegetables, or use as a base for keto pizza.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
703 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 44.1 g | 57% | |
| Saturated Fat | 6.6 g | 33% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 4379 mg | 190% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.4 g | 30% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 19.0 g | 68% | |
| Total Sugars | 40.9 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 293 mg | 23% | |
| Iron | 10.2 mg | 57% | |
| Potassium | 2064 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.
