Whole30 Salsa de Tomate Casera
Elevate your homemade sauce game with this irresistible Whole30 Salsa de Tomate Casera, a clean, flavorful recipe ideal for anyone following the Whole30 program or seeking a wholesome addition to their meals. Made from simple, nutrient-packed ingredients like ripe, peeled tomatoes, fragrant garlic, fresh basil, and a touch of dried oregano, this classic tomato sauce is slow-simmered to perfection, allowing the rich flavors to meld beautifully. With just 15 minutes of prep time and a hands-off cooking process, you’ll create a robust and versatile sauce that pairs perfectly with zucchini noodles, grilled proteins, or roasted vegetables. Free from added sugars and processed ingredients, this dairy-free and gluten-free salsa is a delicious staple for clean eating that brings authentic Mediterranean charm to your kitchen.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
- 3 units garlic cloves, minced
- 2 pounds ripe tomatoes, peeled and chopped
- 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, chopped
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon sea salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
Instructions
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
Add the chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
Stir in the minced garlic and cook for an additional 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
Add the chopped tomatoes to the saucepan and stir well to combine.
Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the sauce thickens.
Stir in the chopped basil, dried oregano, sea salt, and black pepper.
Continue to cook the sauce for another 10 minutes to let the flavors blend.
Adjust seasoning to taste, if necessary.
Remove from heat and allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
479 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 30.0 g | 38% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.4 g | 22% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 2.7 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2378 mg | 103% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 50.0 g | 18% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 13.7 g | 49% | |
| Total Sugars | 28.3 g | ||
| Protein | 10.3 g | 21% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 152 mg | 12% | |
| Iron | 4.1 mg | 23% | |
| Potassium | 2380 mg | 51% | |
*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.
