Grilled Tomato Sauce with Garlic

Capture the bold, smoky flavors of summer with this Grilled Tomato Sauce with Garlic, a simple yet sensational recipe that brings out the best in fresh, ripe tomatoes. By charring the tomatoes and garlic on the grill, this sauce achieves a deep, caramelized sweetness complemented by the richness of olive oil and the vibrant freshness of basil. With just six simple ingredients, this versatile sauce is a breeze to prepare and can be customized to your preferred texture—smooth and velvety or delightfully chunky. Perfect as a topping for pasta, a spread for pizza, or even a dipping sauce, it’s a must-try for any Mediterranean-inspired meal. Ready in just over 30 minutes and packed with smoky, savory flavor, this recipe is destined to become your new favorite homemade sauce.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 6 large ripe tomatoes
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup fresh basil leaves
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (optional)

Directions

Step 1

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Step 2

Wash and dry the tomatoes, then lightly score an 'X' on the bottom of each tomato to make peeling easier after grilling.

Step 3

Place the tomatoes and unpeeled garlic cloves directly on the grill grates.

Step 4

Grill the tomatoes for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are charred and the skins begin to peel away. Grill the garlic cloves for 6-8 minutes, turning once, until they are softened and slightly charred.

Step 5

Remove the tomatoes and garlic from the grill. Let them cool for a few minutes until they are safe to handle.

Step 6

Peel the tomatoes, discarding the charred skins. Squeeze the garlic out of its skins.

Step 7

Place the peeled tomatoes, roasted garlic, olive oil, fresh basil leaves, salt, black pepper, and optional red pepper flakes into a blender or food processor.

Step 8

Blend until the mixture reaches your desired level of smoothness. For a chunky sauce, pulse a few times; for a smooth sauce, blend thoroughly.

Step 9

Taste the sauce and adjust the seasoning if necessary.

Step 10

Serve immediately over pasta, spread on pizza, or as a dipping sauce, or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1155.6 grams (1155.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	478

Total Fat 30.40g	39%
Saturated Fat 4.40g	22%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2418mg	105%
Total Carbohydrate 48.40g	18%
Dietary Fiber 14.80g	53%
Total Sugars 28.40g
Protein 11.50g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 161mg	12%
Iron 5mg	26%
Potassium 2724mg	58%

*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: 53.3%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 37.7%