Low Sodium Sauce Tomate Maison
Elevate your homemade cooking with this irresistibly flavorful Low Sodium Sauce Tomate Maison, a heart-healthy take on the classic tomato sauce that prioritizes fresh ingredients and bold, natural flavors. This easy recipe combines sautéed yellow onion, garlic, grated carrot, and celery to create a wholesome base, enhanced by unsalted tomato paste and no-salt-added crushed tomatoes. A splash of dried oregano and basil, along with a pinch of sugar and black pepper, brings a balanced depth of flavor without overwhelming your palate. The slow simmering process ensures a rich, hearty texture, while the optional touch of fresh parsley adds a burst of freshness. Perfect for pasta, pizza, or as a base for soups, this homemade sauce is a pantry essential that’s low in sodium and brimming with wholesome goodness. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a must-try for health-conscious gourmets seeking simplicity and taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small carrot, grated
- 1 celery stalk, finely chopped
- 2 tablespoons unsalted tomato paste
- 28 ounces canned crushed tomatoes, no salt added
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 1 cup water
Instructions
Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped celery. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the vegetables start to soften.
Add the unsalted tomato paste to the pan, stirring to coat the vegetables, and cook for 1 minute to develop the flavors.
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and 1 cup of water, stirring well to combine the ingredients.
Add dried oregano, dried basil, sugar, and black pepper to the pan. Stir well.
Bring the sauce to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low.
Cover the saucepan with a lid slightly ajar and let the sauce simmer for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Adjust seasonings to taste. If desired, stir in fresh parsley just before serving for added freshness.
Serve the sauce hot with your favorite pasta or dish, or allow it to cool and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
592 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 206 mg | 9% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 78.6 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 20.3 g | 72% | |
| Total Sugars | 46.3 g | ||
| Protein | 14.4 g | 29% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 282 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.4 mg | 36% | |
| Potassium | 2942 mg | 63% | |
*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.
