Homemade Chunky Tomato Sauce

Elevate your homemade pasta nights with this vibrant, flavor-packed Chunky Tomato Sauce made from scratch! Bursting with the natural sweetness of six ripe, juicy tomatoes and enhanced by the savory richness of garlic, onions, and a perfect blend of dried herbs like oregano and basil, this recipe strikes the ideal balance of tangy and hearty. Slow simmering allows the sauce to thicken beautifully while infusing it with layers of flavor, and a touch of sugar complements the tomatoes' acidity. Finished with a sprinkle of fresh parsley, this versatile sauce is perfect for pasta, pizza, or even as a rustic dip for crusty bread. Ready in just 45 minutes, this foolproof recipe brings homemade comfort food to the next level! Perfect for those looking for an easy, homemade chunky tomato sauce recipe that’s full of wholesome, fresh ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 78/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 6 large ripe tomatoes, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon sugar
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon dried basil
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped
• 0.25 cup water or vegetable broth

Directions

Step 1

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

Step 2

Add the diced onion and sauté for 5–7 minutes, until softened and translucent.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the diced tomatoes and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until they begin to break down and release their juices.

Step 5

Stir in the tomato paste, sugar, dried oregano, dried basil, salt, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Step 6

Pour in the water or vegetable broth and stir to combine.

Step 7

Lower the heat to medium-low and allow the sauce to simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until it thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 8

Taste and adjust the seasoning, if needed.

Step 9

Stir in the fresh parsley just before serving.

Step 10

Serve the sauce warm over your favorite pasta, as a pizza topping, or as a dip for breadsticks.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1358.3 grams (1358.3g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	570

Total Fat 31.10g	40%
Saturated Fat 5.00g	25%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2682mg	117%
Total Carbohydrate 71.00g	26%
Dietary Fiber 18.20g	65%
Total Sugars 41.80g
Protein 14.00g	28%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 216mg	17%
Iron 6mg	33%
Potassium 3270mg	70%

*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: 45.2%

Protein: 9.0%

Carbs: 45.8%