Tomato Sauce (Raw Recipe)

May 10, 2023May 10, 20230 13

Fresh and zesty Tomato Sauce (Raw Recipe)

by The Chefin Sauce

Prep

15 min

Cook

0 min

Ready In

15 min

Level

Very easy

Rating

Ingredients

	2 cups sun-dried tomatoes , soaked in water for at least 2 hours ( dry-packed )
	1 medium ripe tomatoes , diced
	1/4 small onion , chopped
	2 tablespoons lemon juice
	1/4 cup extra virgin olive oil
	4 teaspoons maple syrup
	2 teaspoons sea salt
	1 pinch hot pepper flakes

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe

Calories

239

Sugar

19g

Fat

19g

This tomato sauce recipe is an excellent addition to any Mediterranean-inspired meal. The combination of sun-dried and fresh tomatoes, olive oil, and lemon juice creates a perfect balance of sweet and zesty flavors. Whether you're looking to top your preferred pasta dishes or add flavor to sandwiches, wraps, or salads, this sauce provides a quick recipe that is perfect for any occasion. Enjoy the taste of fresh, raw ingredients with this delicious and healthy tomato sauce recipe.

Instructions

1.	Place soaked sun-dried tomatoes, fresh tomato, onion, lemon juice, olive oil, maple syrup, sea salt, and hot pepper flakes in a food processor.
2.	Blend until smooth and creamy.
3.	Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

PROS

This raw tomato sauce is incredibly flavorful and can be easily made in a matter of minutes.

It is vegan, gluten-free, and packed with healthy fats and vitamins.

CONS

Some people may find the texture of this sauce to be too thick for their liking.

It also requires preparation time to soak the sun-dried tomatoes beforehand.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Tomatoes are a great source of lycopene, a powerful antioxidant that has been linked to reducing the risk of heart disease, cancer, and other chronic diseases. Olive oil and lemon juice provide healthy fats and vitamin C, respectively.