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Simple Summer Marinara Sauce – vegetarian recipe
Stav Kogan

Simple Summer Marinara Sauce

This simple marinara sauce captures the unforgettable flavor of sun-ripened tomatoes in a recipe that's as easy as it is versatile. Made with just a handful of pantry staples, it's the go-to sauce you'll make again and again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 3 cup
Calories: 80
Ingredients Method Nutrition

Ingredients
  

  • 1/2 to 1 tablespoon / 7 to 15 mL (0.5 fl oz) olive oil
  • 1/2 onion, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 4 cups (960 ml) (1 L) chopped fresh tomatoes, or 1 can 28 ounces / 796 mL (26.9 fl oz) tomatoes, chopped
  • 1 tablespoon (15 mL / 0.5 fl oz) dried basil
  • 1 teaspoon (5 mL / 0.2 fl oz) dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon (2 mL / 0.1 fl oz) chili flakes (optional)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • For a smoother sauce, use an immersion blender to puree it directly in the pot after cooking.
  • If using fresh tomatoes, a pinch of sugar can help balance their acidity and deepen the flavor.
  • This sauce freezes wonderfully. Let it cool completely, then store it in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months for a quick, homemade meal anytime.

Method
 

  1. Heat the olive oil in a medium saucepan over medium heat.
  2. Add the diced onion and cook for 3 to 5 minutes, stirring occasionally, until translucent.
  3. Add the chopped garlic and cook for another minute until fragrant, being careful not to let it brown.
  4. Stir in the chopped tomatoes, dried basil, dried oregano, and optional chili flakes.
  5. Season with salt and pepper to your liking.
  6. Bring the sauce to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low.
  7. Cover the saucepan and let it cook for 15 to 20 minutes for the flavors to meld together.

Nutrition

Calories: 80kcalCarbohydrates: 14gProtein: 3gFat: 2g

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