Easy Light and Lovely Marinara Sauce

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 15

Easy Light and Lovely Marinara Sauce recipe for your pasta

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

5 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

35 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	1/3 cup olive oil
	4 -6 garlic cloves , smashed
	28 ounces tomatoes in puree ( Cento Imported plum tomatoes or any Poma D'oro in puree , these cans used to be 35 ounces ! )
	8 ounces tomato sauce
	1 cup water ( up to , depending on how long you cook it and how thick you like it )
	salt and pepper
	basil leaves ( to garnish )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

167

Sugar

11g

Fat

14g

Marinara sauce is a classic Italian sauce that's used as a base for many pasta dishes. This easy and light recipe takes only a few minutes to prepare and is perfect for busy weeknights when you want a quick and healthy meal. Made with canned tomatoes in puree, garlic, and olive oil, it's a flavorful and nutritious sauce that will quickly become a staple in your kitchen. Serve it over your favorite pasta or use it as a dipping sauce for crusty bread.

Instructions

1.	In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat.
2.	Add the smashed garlic cloves and cook until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.
3.	Add the canned tomatoes in puree and tomato sauce, stirring to combine.
4.	Bring to a simmer and cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
5.	Add salt and pepper to taste.
6.	If you prefer a thinner consistency, add water as needed while cooking.
7.	Garnish with fresh basil leaves before serving.

PROS

This homemade marinara sauce is quick and easy to make, and tastes much better than store-bought.

It’s low in calories and fat, making it a healthy addition to any meal.

It’s also versatile and can be used as a base for other pasta sauces or as a topping for pizza.

CONS

The only downside to this recipe is that it requires canned tomatoes, which contain added salt.

However, you can opt for low-sodium canned tomatoes or use fresh tomatoes when they’re in season.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This marinara sauce is a healthy option for pasta dishes, as it’s low in calories and fat.
The garlic in the recipe has been linked to improving heart health and boosting the immune system.
The tomatoes in the sauce contain lycopene, an antioxidant that has been shown to have anti-cancer properties.