Fresh Herb Tomato Sauce
This vibrant fresh herb tomato sauce is made with ripe tomatoes and a blend of fresh herbs, perfect for pasta or as a base for various dishes. It captures the essence of summer with its bright flavors and aromatic profile.
This recipe is italian style, dinner, scaled for 4 servings, with 15 min prep and 30 min cook.
Prep: 15 min · Cook: 30 min · Total: 45 min · Serves: 4
Quick cooking notes
- Core ingredients include olive oil, ripe tomatoes, red wine vinegar, black pepper.
- Follow all 6 steps in order for the intended texture and doneness.
- Ingredient quantities listed below are for 4 servings.
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 800 g ripe tomatoes (chopped)
- 1 tbsp red wine vinegar
- 0.5 tsp black pepper
- 1 cup fresh basil (chopped)
- 1 cup fresh parsley (chopped)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 tsp salt
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
- Stir in the chopped tomatoes and cook for 15 minutes, allowing them to break down.
- Add the chopped basil, parsley, salt, and black pepper to the sauce, stirring to combine.
- Cook for an additional 10 minutes, then add the red wine vinegar and mix well.
- Remove from heat and let the sauce cool slightly before serving.
Nutrition (per serving)
- Calories: 120
- Protein: 2 g
- Fat: 7 g
- Carbohydrates: 13 g
- Fiber: 3 g
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 300 mg
Nutrition values are estimates based on stored ingredient totals and serving size.