Low Fat Spicy Tomato Sauce
Elevate your meals with this vibrant and flavorful Low Fat Spicy Tomato Sauce that’s perfect for pasta, pizzas, or a dipping companion for appetizers! This healthy recipe uses unsalted canned crushed tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and onion, complemented by a tantalizing blend of spices like red pepper flakes, cumin, and paprika for just the right kick of heat. A touch of olive oil ensures richness without compromising on the low-fat aspect, while fresh basil adds a fragrant, herby finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this easy homemade tomato sauce is simmered to perfection, creating a thick, versatile base that’s as nutritious as it is delicious. Whether you serve it over zoodles or whole-grain pasta, this guilt-free spicy tomato sauce will quickly become your go-to recipe for weeknight dinners or meal prep.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes (unsalted)
- 1 medium Onion
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoons Olive oil
- 0.5 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoons Dried oregano
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground cumin
- 0.5 teaspoons Sweet paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Salt
- 0.25 teaspoons Black pepper
- 4 leaves Fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 cups Water or vegetable broth (optional)
Instructions
Peel and finely chop the onion and garlic cloves.
Heat a large non-stick skillet or saucepan over medium heat. Add the olive oil and swirl to coat the bottom.
Sauté the chopped onion for 4-5 minutes, until soft and translucent. Stir frequently to prevent sticking.
Add the minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds, just until fragrant.
Stir in the red pepper flakes, dried oregano, ground cumin, and sweet paprika. Toast the spices for 1 minute to enhance their flavors.
Pour in the canned crushed tomatoes and mix well to combine with the spices.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper. Stir thoroughly.
Optional: If you prefer a slightly thinner sauce, add up to 1/4 cup of water or vegetable broth and stir.
Reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to blend and the sauce to thicken.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into small pieces and stir them into the sauce during the final 2 minutes of cooking.
Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Remove from heat and serve hot.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
387 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.0 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.3 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1256 mg | 55% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.4 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 30.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.1 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 180 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 7.2 mg | 40% | |
| Potassium | 1702 mg | 36% | |
*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.
