Whole30 Classic Tomato Pasta Sauce
Elevate your pasta night with this Whole30 Classic Tomato Pasta Sauce, a wholesome, flavorful, and nutrient-packed alternative to store-bought sauces. Made with a harmonious blend of aromatic vegetables like finely chopped onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, this sauce gets its rich, comforting flavor from canned whole tomatoes, tomato paste, and a vibrant medley of dried herbs like oregano and basil. A hint of crushed red pepper flakes adds a gentle kick, while fresh parsley brings a burst of freshness to every bite. Simmered to perfection in extra virgin olive oil, this sauce is naturally sweet, perfectly thickened, and completely Whole30-compliant. Whether you prefer it chunky or smooth, this versatile recipe is the perfect pairing for your favorite vegetable noodles or Whole30-approved pasta, making it ideal for those following a clean-eating or paleo lifestyle. Ready in under an hour, it’s a simple, homemade way to bring classic Italian comfort to your table—minus the sugar and additives.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons Extra virgin olive oil
- 1 medium (finely chopped) Onion
- 4 minced Garlic cloves
- 1 medium (finely grated) Carrot
- 1 stalk (finely chopped) Celery
- 28 ounces Canned whole tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon Dried basil
- 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 2 tablespoons (chopped) Fresh parsley
Instructions
Heat the extra virgin olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and sauté for about 5 minutes until it becomes translucent and soft.
Add the minced garlic, grated carrot, and chopped celery, and cook for another 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened and fragrant.
Pour in the canned whole tomatoes. Break the tomatoes using a wooden spoon as they cook.
Stir in the tomato paste, dried oregano, dried basil, crushed red pepper flakes, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the sauce to a simmer and let it cook for about 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally until slightly thickened.
Once the sauce reaches your desired consistency, remove from heat and stir in the fresh chopped parsley.
Use an immersion blender if a smoother sauce is preferred, but you can also leave it chunky.
Adjust seasoning with additional salt and pepper if needed.
Serve over your favorite Whole30-compliant noodles or vegetable pasta.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
726 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 53.0 g | 68% | |
| Saturated Fat | 9.7 g | 48% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 16 mg | 5% | |
| Sodium | 3469 mg | 151% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 58.7 g | 21% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 21.2 g | 76% | |
| Total Sugars | 36.6 g | ||
| Protein | 11.8 g | 24% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 354 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 7.5 mg | 42% | |
| Potassium | 2433 mg | 52% | |
*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.
