No Cook Fresh Tomato Sauce with Anchovy
Experience the vibrant flavors of summer with this quick and easy No Cook Fresh Tomato Sauce with Anchovy. Bursting with the natural sweetness of ripe, juicy tomatoes, this recipe combines savory anchovy fillets, fragrant garlic, and aromatic fresh basil for a perfectly balanced sauce that comes together in just 15 minutes—no stove required! A hint of red chili flakes adds a gentle kick, while lemon zest brings a refreshing brightness. Drizzle this silky sauce over your favorite pasta or serve it with crusty bread for an effortless yet gourmet meal. Perfect for busy weeknights or al fresco dining, this no-cook recipe is a celebration of simple, fresh ingredients.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 large ripe tomatoes
- 4 pieces anchovy fillets
- 0.25 cups extra-virgin olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic
- 0.5 cups fresh basil leaves
- 0.25 teaspoons red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons salt
- 0.25 teaspoons black pepper
- 1 teaspoon lemon zest
- pasta or crusty bread (optional, for serving)
Instructions
Wash the tomatoes thoroughly and cut each into quarters. Remove the core and any seeds, if desired, and finely dice the tomato flesh.
Finely chop the anchovy fillets and set them aside.
Peel and mince the garlic cloves.
In a large mixing bowl, combine the diced tomatoes, chopped anchovies, minced garlic, and extra-virgin olive oil.
Tear the fresh basil leaves into smaller pieces and add them to the bowl.
Mix in the red chili flakes, salt, black pepper, and lemon zest. Stir everything gently to combine and let the flavors meld together for at least 10 minutes.
Taste and adjust the seasoning with additional salt or pepper, if needed.
Serve the no-cook fresh tomato sauce over cooked pasta or alongside slices of crusty bread. Optionally, garnish with additional basil leaves or a drizzle of olive oil for presentation.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
840 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 69.1 g | 89% | |
| Saturated Fat | 10.2 g | 51% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 40 mg | 13% | |
| Sodium | 5379 mg | 234% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 31.6 g | 11% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 9.8 g | 35% | |
| Total Sugars | 19.0 g | ||
| Protein | 31.4 g | 63% | |
| Vitamin D | 8.0 mcg | 40% | |
| Calcium | 348 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 9.6 mg | 53% | |
| Potassium | 2182 mg | 46% | |
*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.
