Slow Cooker Stewed Tomatoes
Transform fresh-picked produce into a comforting and versatile dish with this Slow Cooker Stewed Tomatoes recipe. Bursting with natural flavors, this dish combines ripe Roma tomatoes, sweet carrot, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano, all slow-cooked to perfection for an effortless, hands-off meal. A touch of sugar balances the tangy sweetness of the tomatoes, while sautéed onions, celery, and garlic add depth and richness to the sauce. Ideal as a stand-alone side dish or a flavorful topping for pasta, rice, or crusty bread, this recipe is a must-have for anyone looking to embrace garden-fresh simplicity. With minimal prep and the magic of a slow cooker, this comforting tomato dish can be easily tailored with optional red pepper flakes for a subtle kick. Garnish with fresh parsley for an elegant finishing touch and serve up a taste of homemade goodness.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 6 cups (diced) fresh tomatoes (Roma or plum)
- 1 medium (finely chopped) onion
- 3 cloves (minced) garlic cloves
- 1 cup (chopped) celery
- 1 medium (grated) carrot
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
- 2 tablespoons (chopped, for garnish) fresh parsley
Instructions
Prepare the ingredients: Dice the fresh tomatoes into small chunks, chop the onion and celery, mince the garlic, and grate the carrot.
Heat the olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and celery, and sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened. Add the garlic and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
Transfer the sautéed onion, celery, and garlic mixture to your slow cooker.
Add the diced tomatoes, grated carrot, dried basil, dried oregano, sugar, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the slow cooker.
Stir everything together to combine all the ingredients evenly.
Cover the slow cooker with the lid and cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW for 6-7 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
Once the cooking time is complete, taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
Serve warm as a side dish, or use as a topping for pasta, rice, or bread. Garnish with fresh parsley before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
654 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | 41% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2575 mg | 112% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 88.8 g | 32% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 24.3 g | 87% | |
| Total Sugars | 52.2 g | ||
| Protein | 17.3 g | 35% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 292 mg | 22% | |
| Iron | 6.6 mg | 37% | |
| Potassium | 4218 mg | 90% | |
*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.
