Low Carb Classic Pomodoro Sauce
Elevate your low-carb lifestyle with this vibrant and wholesome Low Carb Classic Pomodoro Sauce, a simple yet flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for keto-friendly meals. Made with juicy, diced Roma tomatoes, fragrant minced garlic, and a touch of red pepper flakes, this Italian-inspired sauce is simmered to perfection and infused with fresh basil for an aromatic finish. With just 10 minutes of prep time and an easy stovetop cooking method, this homemade pomodoro sauce is ideal for pairing with zucchini noodles, grilled chicken, or your favorite low-carb bread. The optional Parmesan garnish adds a cheesy, savory touch that enhances every bite. Healthy, versatile, and bursting with bold Mediterranean flavors, this gluten-free sauce is your go-to for quick and satisfying meals!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 3 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 4 large Garlic cloves, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
- 8 cups Roma tomatoes, diced
- 0.5 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 0.5 cup Parmesan cheese, grated (optional for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute, or until it's fragrant. Be careful not to burn the garlic.
Sprinkle in the red pepper flakes and stir for an additional 30 seconds to release their aroma.
Add the diced Roma tomatoes to the skillet, stirring well to combine with the oil, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
Cook the tomatoes over medium heat, stirring occasionally, for about 20-25 minutes until they break down and the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
About five minutes before the sauce is done, mix in the fresh chopped basil.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, adjusting to taste.
Remove from heat and let it cool slightly before serving.
Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired, before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
1263 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 79.4 g | 102% | |
| Saturated Fat | 27.5 g | 138% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 71 mg | 24% | |
| Sodium | 4273 mg | 186% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 89.5 g | 33% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 26.5 g | 95% | |
| Total Sugars | 49.6 g | ||
| Protein | 66.4 g | 133% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 1659 mg | 128% | |
| Iron | 11.2 mg | 62% | |
| Potassium | 4940 mg | 105% | |
*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.
