Low Sodium Tomatada
Delight your taste buds with Low Sodium Tomatada, a vibrant and heart-healthy twist on the classic Spanish-inspired dish. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh tomatoes and red bell peppers, this savory tomato stew achieves deep flavor complexity with smoked paprika and aromatic garlic—all without added salt. Perfect for low-sodium diets, the recipe emphasizes wholesome ingredients such as unsalted vegetable broth and a touch of black pepper for seasoning. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy and nutritious dish makes for a comforting meal. Serve it warm, garnished with fresh parsley, alongside whole-grain bread to soak up every last flavorful bite. Ideal for those seeking delicious low-sodium recipes, this vegan-friendly tomatada is guaranteed to impress!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 large Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups Fresh tomatoes, diced
- 1 large Red bell pepper, diced
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste (unsalted)
- 1 piece Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika (unsalted)
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 cup Water or unsalted vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped
- 0.25 teaspoon Ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute, until fragrant.
Add the diced tomatoes, red bell pepper, and unsalted tomato paste. Stir everything together and cook for 3-4 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
Add the bay leaf, smoked paprika, and optional crushed red pepper flakes. Stir well to combine.
Pour in the water or unsalted vegetable broth, then reduce the heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the mixture thickens and the flavors develop.
Season with freshly ground black pepper (to taste) and remove the bay leaf before serving.
Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve warm with a side of whole-grain bread or on its own as a light, heart-healthy meal.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
497 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.4 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.8 g | 24% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 53.0 g | 19% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.0 g | 54% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.9 g | ||
| Protein | 9.8 g | 20% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.2 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2035 mg | 43% | |
*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.
