Spinach and Tomato Sauce
Elevate your everyday meals with this vibrant Spinach and Tomato Sauce—a wholesome, flavor-packed recipe that's perfect for busy weeknights yet elegant enough for a dinner party. This quick and easy recipe combines the richness of canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste with the freshness of nutrient-packed spinach, all infused with aromatic garlic, sautéed onions, and a fragrant blend of dried oregano and basil. A hint of optional red chili flakes adds a subtle kick, while a splash of vegetable broth creates a silky, savory base. Ready in just 35 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, rice, or your favorite protein. Top it with grated Parmesan for a comforting, restaurant-style finish. Perfect for anyone craving a healthy and hearty homemade sauce!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 4 cloves, minced garlic
- 14 ounces canned diced tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 5 cups, roughly chopped fresh spinach
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1 teaspoon (optional) red chili flakes
- 0.5 teaspoons (or to taste) salt
- 0.25 teaspoons (or to taste) black pepper
- 0.5 cups water or vegetable broth
- 0.25 cups (optional, for serving) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large skillet or saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes, stirring frequently, until softened and translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30-60 seconds, or until fragrant.
Add the canned diced tomatoes and tomato paste to the pan, stirring well to combine.
Mix in the dried oregano, dried basil, red chili flakes (if using), salt, and black pepper.
Pour in the water or vegetable broth and stir. Bring the sauce to a simmer.
Allow the sauce to cook on low heat for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to allow the flavors to meld together.
Add the chopped fresh spinach to the pan in batches, stirring to wilt each batch before adding more.
Once all the spinach is incorporated, simmer the sauce for another 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper, as needed.
Serve the spinach and tomato sauce hot over pasta, rice, or as a topping for your protein of choice. Garnish with grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
155 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 11.3 g | 15% | |
| Saturated Fat | 2.6 g | 13% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 7 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 490 mg | 21% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 9.8 g | 4% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.7 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 5.2 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 139 mg | 11% | |
| Iron | 2.0 mg | 11% | |
| Potassium | 307 mg | 7% | |
*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.
