Quick and Easy Marinara Sauce (Keto-friendly)
This delicious marinara sauce is made with passata (tomato purée) so it doesn't need to cook for long. Made with fresh garlic, herbs, and olive oil, and no added sugars, it's fresh, full of flavor, and keto-friendly. A must have sauce for meatballs, pasta, pizza, or any other Italian-inspired recipes.
Equipment
- Cutting board and knife(s).
- Large pot with lid or Dutch Oven.
Ingredients
- 1 bottle (680 ml) passata di pomodoro (tomato puree)
- 2-3 tbsp extra virgin olive oil
- 1/2 onion finely minched
- 3-4 cloves garlic finely minched
- 4 tbsp fresh basil finely chopped
- 1-2 tsp fresh oregano finely chopped
- 1-2 tsp fresh parsley finely chopped
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Gather and prepare all your ingredients. Finely chop the onion, garlic (or use a garlic press), and fresh herbs.
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium heat. Add the chopped onion and sauté for a few minutes, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent.
- Add the minced garlic and cook for another minute, stirring gently with a wooden spoon.
- Pour in the passata, then add salt, pepper, and chopped herbs. Stir well to combine.
- Once the sauce comes to a gentle boil, reduce the heat to low. Cover with a lid and let it simmer for 10–15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Open the lid carefully to avoid splashes.
- Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed. Serve warm, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 5 days.
Notes
This marinara sauce is delicious served with meatballs, chicken parmesan, pasta or lasagna dishes. For a keto-friendly meal, you can use your favorite low-carb noodles, veggie noodles, or use sliced zucchini in place of lasagna sheets!
You can double (or triple) this recipe to make a large batch for storage. Store in freezer-safe bags or containers and freeze up to 6 months, or can it following safe guidelines.