Marinara Sauce (Ww 2 Pointsplus)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 2

Delicious Marinara Sauce packed with fresh ingredients

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

10 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 large garlic cloves , lightly smashed
	1/4 cup olive oil
	1 lbs very ripe plum tomatoes , peeled , seeded , and chopped or can italian peeled tomatoes , drained and chopped
	salt
	8 -10 fresh basil leaves , torn into pieces

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

146

Sugar

Fat

14g

Marinara Sauce is a classic Italian sauce that is known for being flavorful and versatile. It can be served over your favorite pasta dish or used as a base for pizza or meatball subs. This Marinara Sauce recipe combines the natural sweetness of ripe tomatoes with fresh garlic and basil to create a delicious sauce that is sure to impress. The sauce is also low in fat and is suitable for those following a Weight Watchers diet, making it a great option for a healthier meal.

Instructions

1.	Heat the olive oil over medium heat in a large saucepan.
2.	Add the smashed garlic cloves and cook until lightly browned, about 1 minute.
3.	Add the chopped tomatoes and salt and bring to a simmer.
4.	Cook for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened.
5.	Add the fresh torn basil leaves just before serving the sauce over your favorite pasta dish.

PROS

This Marinara Sauce recipe is packed with fresh ingredients and is a healthier alternative to store-bought sauces.

It is also Weight Watchers 2 PointsPlus per serving and is suitable for a low-fat diet.

CONS

This sauce takes a little longer to prepare than store-bought alternatives, but the fresh flavor is worth it.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The fresh ingredients in this Marinara Sauce provide a healthy dose of vitamins and minerals, including vitamins A and C.
The garlic in the recipe has properties that may help boost the immune system and lower cholesterol levels, while the tomatoes are high in lycopene which has been linked to reducing the risk of cancer.