Simple Low Sodium Marinara Sauce
May 31, 2025Take control of your sodium intake without sacrificing the rich, authentic flavors you crave. This simple marinara sauce delivers all the classic Italian taste with less than 200mg of sodium per serving—that's 85% less than store-bought alternatives! Made with no-salt-added crushed tomatoes, fresh garlic, aromatic basil, and quality olive oil, this kidney-friendly sauce proves that healthy eating doesn't mean bland eating.
Equipment
- Shallow Sauce Pot
- Cutting Board
- Chef knife
- Wooden Spoon
Ingredients
- 28 oz Canned crushed tomatoes No Salt Added
- 1/2 Onion
- 6 Garlic Cloves
- 1 Basil Sprig
- 1/4 cup Olive Oil
- 1/2 tsp Dried oregano
- 1/4 tsp Kosher Salt
Instructions
- In a shallow saucepot over medium heat, heat the oil. When the oil becomes hot, add the onions. Cook onions 3-4 minutes (or until they begin to become translucent), occasionally stirring. Click for a 3 Minute Timer
- Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute or until the garlic begins to slightly brown.
- Add the crushed tomatoes to the pot. Fill up the can with water and slosh it around to get the remaining tomato juices. Add water to pot.
- Add oregano and salt. Simmer on medium-low for 30-45 minutes (or until desired thickness), occasionally stirring.
30 Minute Timer - When there are around 15 minutes left in the simmering process, add your fresh basil sprig. Submerge the sprig of basil so it's fully inside the sauce releasing its wonderful flavors. Let the basil hang out for about 15 minutes. 15 Minute Timer
Nutrition
Serving: 0.5cupCalories: 88kcalCarbohydrates: 9gProtein: 1gFat: 9gSaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 139mgPotassium: 378mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 55IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 24mgIron: 1mg
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