Yellow Tomato Pasta Sauce
Brighten up your pasta nights with this vibrant and velvety Yellow Tomato Pasta Sauce, a refreshing twist on traditional tomato-based sauces. Made with sweet, golden yellow tomatoes, this recipe strikes a perfect balance of flavors, complimented by sautéed yellow onion, minced garlic, fresh basil, and a hint of spice from red pepper flakes. The sauce is gently simmered and blended to a silky perfection, creating a luscious texture that clings beautifully to your favorite pasta. Whether served with a sprinkle of Parmesan cheese or enjoyed as is, this sauce’s natural sweetness and low acidity make it a crowd-pleasing choice. Ready in just 40 minutes, this easy-to-make, freezer-friendly recipe is perfect for weeknight dinners or meal prep. Try this golden-hued sauce today and elevate your pasta dishes with its rich flavor and wholesome ingredients!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds yellow tomatoes
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium, finely chopped yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 0.25 cup, chopped fresh basil leaves
- 0.5 teaspoons red pepper flakes
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoons, freshly ground black pepper
- 0.5 teaspoons (optional, to balance acidity) sugar
- 0.25 cup (optional, for garnish) grated Parmesan cheese
Instructions
Wash the yellow tomatoes thoroughly and remove any stems. Cut the tomatoes into quarters.
In a large pot or deep skillet, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
Add the finely chopped yellow onion to the pot and sauté for 4-5 minutes, stirring often, until it becomes soft and translucent.
Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for another 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
Stir in the quartered yellow tomatoes and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Cook for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and the mixture thickens.
Use an immersion blender to puree the sauce directly in the pot, or transfer the mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Be cautious with hot liquids when using a blender.
Return the sauce to the pot if you blended it separately. Stir in the chopped fresh basil, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar (if using). Simmer for an additional 5 minutes to combine the flavors.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve the sauce hot over cooked pasta of your choice. Garnish with a sprinkle of grated Parmesan cheese, if desired.
Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze for longer storage.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
139 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 8.8 g | 11% | |
| Saturated Fat | 1.9 g | 10% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 5 mg | 2% | |
| Sodium | 583 mg | 25% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 13.1 g | 5% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 3.6 g | 13% | |
| Total Sugars | 7.7 g | ||
| Protein | 4.6 g | 9% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 95 mg | 7% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 603 mg | 13% | |
*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.
