Oh My Spaghetti Sauce Low Fat
Say goodbye to heavy, calorie-laden sauces and hello to "Oh My Spaghetti Sauce Low Fat," a lighter, heart-healthy twist on classic marinara. This recipe delivers bold, comforting flavors using wholesome ingredients like finely diced carrots, celery, and onions, simmered with crushed tomatoes, fragrant oregano, and basil. A splash of low-sodium vegetable broth keeps it rich and velvety while keeping fat content to a minimum. Ready in just 40 minutes, this one-pot wonder is perfect for busy weeknights or meal prep, offering a luscious, low-fat option for pasta, baked dishes, or as a dipping sauce. Naturally packed with veggies and herbs, it's as nutritious as it is delicious—perfect for anyone seeking a healthier Italian-inspired meal.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 teaspoon Olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 medium Carrot, finely diced
- 1 stalk Celery stalk, finely diced
- 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes, no salt added
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 cup Low-sodium vegetable broth
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.25 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons Fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly ground black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, until softened and slightly translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, diced carrot, and diced celery. Cook for another 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the vegetables begin to soften.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and vegetable broth to the pan, stirring to combine.
Sprinkle in the oregano, basil, crushed red pepper flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper. Stir well.
Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer over medium heat, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pan with a lid and let the sauce simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. Add more salt, pepper, or herbs to suit your preference.
If you'd like to thicken the sauce further, let it simmer uncovered for an additional 5 minutes.
Serve hot over your favorite cooked pasta or use as a base for other dishes. Garnish with fresh parsley if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
483 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 16.3 g | 21% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.5 g | 12% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 1.3 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1607 mg | 70% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 81.0 g | 29% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 22.3 g | 80% | |
| Total Sugars | 45.2 g | ||
| Protein | 15.3 g | 31% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 317 mg | 24% | |
| Iron | 6.3 mg | 35% | |
| Potassium | 3433 mg | 73% | |
*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.
