Low Sodium Classic Pomodoro Sauce
Elevate your Italian cooking game with this Low Sodium Classic Pomodoro Sauce, a healthy twist on the traditional recipe. Bursting with vibrant flavor, this sauce combines juicy, halved fresh cherry tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and fragrant basil leaves for an authentic and wholesome experience. Enhanced by a hint of balsamic vinegar and a touch of red pepper flakes for subtle heat, this sauce delivers bold, satisfying taste without relying heavily on salt—perfect for heart-healthy meals. Ready in just 40 minutes, it’s a versatile choice for topping your favorite pasta or as a flavorful base for Italian-inspired dishes. Whether you're watching your sodium intake or simply craving fresh, homemade flavors, this easy pomodoro sauce is a must-try!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
- 3 units Garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds Fresh cherry tomatoes, halved
- 10 units Basil leaves, fresh
- 0.25 teaspoons Red pepper flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons Freshly ground black pepper
- 1 tablespoons Balsamic vinegar
Instructions
Heat the extra-virgin olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
Add the minced garlic to the skillet and sauté for about 1-2 minutes, until fragrant and golden but not browned.
Add the halved cherry tomatoes to the pan, stirring well to coat them with the oil and garlic.
Reduce the heat to low and allow the tomatoes to cook, stirring occasionally, for about 20 minutes or until they have broken down and softened.
While the tomatoes are cooking, tear the basil leaves into small pieces.
Add the torn basil leaves, red pepper flakes, and freshly ground black pepper to the sauce.
Stir in the balsamic vinegar and let the sauce simmer for an additional 5 minutes.
Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary, keeping in mind it's a low sodium recipe.
Remove from heat and serve the sauce over your favorite pasta or use it as a base for other dishes.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.0 g | 37% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.8 g | 19% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 42.3 g | 15% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 11.8 g | 42% | |
| Total Sugars | 26.0 g | ||
| Protein | 9.2 g | 18% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 124 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 3.5 mg | 19% | |
| Potassium | 2257 mg | 48% | |
*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.
