Low Sodium Tomato Frito
Brighten up your meals with this flavorful Low Sodium Tomato Frito recipe, a healthier take on the classic Spanish tomato sauce. Bursting with the natural sweetness of fresh ripe tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and a hint of smoked paprika, this sauce delivers rich, savory depth without the excess salt. Perfect for those on a low-sodium diet, it uses unsalted vegetable stock to enhance flavors, while fresh basil and parsley add a vibrant, herbaceous finish. Ready in just 40 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or as a topping for roasted vegetables. Wholesome, easy to make, and utterly delicious, this tomato frito is your go-to for a hearty, healthy option that doesn't compromise on taste.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Olive oil
- 1 medium, chopped Yellow onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 6 medium, chopped Fresh ripe tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste (low sodium)
- 0.5 cups Unsalted vegetable stock
- 1 teaspoon Sugar
- 1 teaspoon Smoked paprika
- 0.5 teaspoons Ground black pepper
- 0.25 cups, chopped Fresh basil leaves
- 2 tablespoons, chopped Fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring frequently, until it turns translucent, about 5 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1–2 minutes until fragrant, making sure it doesn’t burn.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and stir to combine with the onions and garlic.
Stir in the tomato paste for added richness and cook for 2–3 minutes.
Pour in the unsalted vegetable stock and stir well. Let the mixture come to a simmer.
Add the sugar, smoked paprika, and ground black pepper. Stir to combine and let it cook uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Once the sauce has thickened, remove it from the heat. Add the chopped fresh basil leaves and parsley, stirring them into the sauce.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve warm or store in an airtight container for later use.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
510 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.2 g | 39% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 64 mg | 3% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 14.4 g | 51% | |
| Total Sugars | 32.5 g | ||
| Protein | 10.8 g | 22% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 162 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 5.4 mg | 30% | |
| Potassium | 2392 mg | 51% | |
*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.
