Fresh Tomato Olive Sauce

Brighten up your favorite dishes with this vibrant and flavor-packed Fresh Tomato Olive Sauce! Bursting with the natural sweetness of freshly peeled and chopped ripe tomatoes, this Mediterranean-inspired recipe is elevated with briny kalamata olives, tangy capers, and a touch of heat from red chili flakes. Sautéed garlic and fragrant basil bring depth and freshness, while a drizzle of extra-virgin olive oil ties it all together for a silky finish. Ready in just 30 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, grilled vegetables, or seafood, and even doubles as a zesty dipping sauce. Simple, wholesome, and utterly delicious, this recipe transforms pantry staples into a gourmet masterpiece.

Nutriscore Rating: 75/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:30 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 medium ripe tomatoes
• 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 large garlic cloves
• 0.5 teaspoons red chili flakes
• 0.5 cup kalamata olives (pitted and halved)
• 2 tablespoons capers (rinsed)
• 0.25 cup fresh basil leaves (chopped)
• 0.5 teaspoons salt
• 0.25 teaspoons black pepper (freshly ground)

Directions

Step 1

Bring a large pot of water to a boil. Score a shallow 'X' on the bottom of each tomato with a knife, then blanch the tomatoes in the boiling water for 30 seconds. Remove and transfer them immediately to a bowl of ice water to cool.

Step 2

Peel the tomatoes, remove the seeds, and finely chop the flesh. Set aside.

Step 3

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 4

Stir in the red chili flakes and cook for another 30 seconds.

Step 5

Add the chopped tomatoes to the skillet and stir well. Cook for 10-12 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes break down and form a thick sauce.

Step 6

Stir in the kalamata olives, capers, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 more minutes to combine the flavors.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.

Step 8

Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt or pepper if needed.

Step 9

Serve warm over pasta, grilled vegetables, or protein, or use as a vibrant dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	978.8 grams (978.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	817

Total Fat 70.10g	90%
Saturated Fat 9.50g	48%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3266mg	142%
Total Carbohydrate 47.40g	17%
Dietary Fiber 15.10g	54%
Total Sugars 19.30g
Protein 11.50g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 269mg	21%
Iron 7mg	36%
Potassium 2051mg	44%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 72.8%

Protein: 5.3%

Carbs: 21.9%