Vegan Traditional Italian Sugo
Savor the rich, comforting flavors of Italy with this Vegan Traditional Italian Sugo—a plant-based twist on the classic sauce that’s perfect for pasta night or as a versatile base for countless dishes. Made with sautéed onions, garlic, and a medley of finely chopped vegetables, this hearty tomato sauce features crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, and aromatic dried herbs like oregano and basil, delivering an authentic Italian taste in every bite. Simmered low and slow for a full-bodied flavor, this recipe strikes the perfect balance of sweetness and acidity, with an optional touch of sugar to round it out. Garnished with freshly chopped basil, this sauce pairs beautifully with your favorite pasta, crusty bread, or vegan meatballs for a satisfying meal. Ready in just over an hour, it’s a vegan, dairy-free delight the whole family will love!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
- 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 small Carrot, finely grated
- 1 stalk Celery stalk, finely chopped
- 800 grams Crushed tomatoes (canned or fresh, peeled and pureed)
- 1 tablespoon Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 1 leaf Bay leaf
- 1 teaspoon Sugar (optional, to balance acidity)
- 0.5 teaspoon Salt
- 0.25 teaspoon Freshly cracked black pepper
- 10 leaves Fresh basil leaves, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for 5-7 minutes, until translucent.
Stir in the minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped celery. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, bay leaf, and sugar (if using). Stir well to combine.
Season the sauce with salt and black pepper, then bring it to a gentle simmer.
Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer uncovered for 45-50 minutes, stirring occasionally. This allows the flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken.
Remove the bay leaf and taste the sauce. Adjust seasoning with additional salt or pepper if needed.
Serve immediately over your favorite pasta or use as a base for other dishes. Garnish with fresh chopped basil leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
526 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 29.5 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.1 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 1316 mg | 57% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 64.0 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 15.3 g | 55% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 184 mg | 14% | |
| Iron | 5.3 mg | 29% | |
| Potassium | 1948 mg | 41% | |
*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.
