Gluten-Free Ranchero Sauce

Elevate your favorite gluten-free meals with this vibrant and versatile Gluten-Free Ranchero Sauce! Packed with bold flavors, this homemade sauce combines sautéed onions, garlic, jalapeño, and red bell pepper with aromatic spices like cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Simmered to perfection with diced tomatoes and a splash of vegetable broth, it’s finished with zesty lime juice and fresh cilantro for a tangy, herbaceous kick. Perfectly smooth and customizable, this sauce is ideal for drizzling over eggs, tacos, or enchiladas, making it a must-have addition to any gluten-free kitchen. Ready in just 35 minutes, it’s wholesome, easy, and absolutely irresistible!

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large, chopped yellow onion
• 3 minced garlic cloves
• 1 seeded and chopped jalapeño pepper
• 1 chopped red bell pepper
• 15 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup vegetable broth
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon ground coriander
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon lime juice
• 2 tablespoons, chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and cook for 4-5 minutes until softened.

Step 3

Add the minced garlic, jalapeño, and red bell pepper to the skillet and sauté for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes, vegetable broth, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, coriander, salt, and black pepper.

Step 5

Stir the mixture, bring it to a simmer, and reduce the heat to low.

Step 6

Let the sauce simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens slightly.

Step 7

Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the lime juice and chopped cilantro.

Step 8

Allow the sauce to cool slightly, then use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it's smooth or to your desired consistency.

Step 9

Transfer the sauce to a bowl or jar, and serve warm with your preferred gluten-free dishes like eggs, tacos, or enchiladas.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1027.7 grams (1027.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	670

Total Fat 44.70g	57%
Saturated Fat 8.00g	40%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.00g
Cholesterol 9mg	3%
Sodium 2315mg	101%
Total Carbohydrate 59.90g	22%
Dietary Fiber 18.40g	66%
Total Sugars 27.90g
Protein 12.50g	25%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 270mg	21%
Iron 8mg	43%
Potassium 1985mg	42%

*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: 58.1%

Protein: 7.2%

Carbs: 34.6%