Gluten-Free Puttanesca Sauce

Bold and brimming with Mediterranean flavors, this Gluten-Free Puttanesca Sauce is a mouthwatering twist on the classic recipe! Made with rich, vibrant ingredients like Kalamata olives, briny capers, and a touch of fresh oregano and basil, this sauce delivers a taste of Italy right to your kitchen. Simmered low and slow with juicy canned tomatoes, fragrant garlic, and optional anchovies for an added umami boost, this easy-to-make sauce is naturally gluten-free and ready in just 40 minutes. Perfect for tossing with your favorite gluten-free pasta, this dish is ideal for weeknight dinners yet fancy enough to impress guests. Plus, you can make it ahead and store it for later, ensuring bold, tangy flavors are always at your fingertips. Whether you’re gluten-free or simply craving a hearty sauce with rustic charm, this recipe will become your new Italian go-to!

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 3 tablespoons Extra-virgin olive oil
• 4 Garlic cloves, minced
• 4 Anchovy fillets, drained and chopped (optional)
• 0.5 teaspoon Crushed red pepper flakes
• 28 ounces Canned whole peeled tomatoes, with juice
• 0.75 cup Kalamata olives, pitted and halved
• 2 tablespoons Capers, drained and rinsed
• 1 tablespoon Fresh oregano, chopped
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.

Step 3

If using, add the chopped anchovy fillets and stir until they dissolve into the oil.

Step 4

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

Step 5

Pour the canned tomatoes with their juice into the skillet. Use a wooden spoon to gently break up the tomatoes.

Step 6

Bring the tomatoes to a simmer, then reduce the heat to medium-low and let cook for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Add the Kalamata olives, capers, and oregano to the skillet.

Step 8

Continue to simmer for another 10 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

Step 9

Remove from heat and stir in the fresh basil.

Step 10

Season with salt and black pepper to taste.

Step 11

Serve over your favorite gluten-free pasta or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1164.9 grams (1164.9g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1177

Total Fat 91.80g	118%
Saturated Fat 13.50g	68%
Polyunsaturated Fat NaNg
Cholesterol 40mg	13%
Sodium 7792mg	339%
Total Carbohydrate 62.40g	23%
Dietary Fiber 18.80g	67%
Total Sugars 29.80g
Protein 31.60g	63%

Vitamin D 320IU	1600%
Calcium 444mg	34%
Iron 14mg	77%
Potassium 1845mg	39%

*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: 68.7%

Protein: 10.5%

Carbs: 20.8%