Marinated Artichoke Tomato Sauce

Elevate your pasta night with this vibrant and flavor-packed Marinated Artichoke Tomato Sauce! Combining the richness of crushed tomatoes with the tangy complexity of marinated artichoke hearts, this homemade sauce is infused with fragrant garlic, caramelized onions, and a touch of spice from red pepper flakes. A blend of dried oregano and fresh basil adds aromatic depth, while a hint of sugar balances the acidity perfectly. Simmered to perfection in just 25 minutes, this versatile sauce pairs beautifully with pasta, roasted vegetables, or even as a topping for grilled proteins. Whether you're looking for a quick weeknight dinner or a gourmet twist to impress, this recipe is a must-try for all tomato sauce lovers!

Nutriscore Rating: 79/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons Olive oil
• 3 Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium Yellow onion, finely chopped
• 28 ounces Crushed tomatoes (canned)
• 1 cup Marinated artichoke hearts, drained and chopped
• 2 tablespoons Tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon Dried oregano
• 0.5 teaspoon Red pepper flakes
• 0.25 cup Fresh basil leaves, chopped
• 0.5 teaspoon Salt
• 0.25 teaspoon Black pepper
• 1 teaspoon Sugar
• 0.5 cup Water or vegetable stock

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, and sauté for 3-4 minutes, or until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the tomato paste, cooking for another 1-2 minutes to caramelize it slightly.

Step 4

Add the crushed tomatoes, water or vegetable stock, and stir to combine.

Step 5

Mix in the marinated artichoke hearts, dried oregano, red pepper flakes, salt, black pepper, and sugar.

Step 6

Simmer the sauce on low heat for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.

Step 7

Taste the sauce and adjust seasoning as needed. If the sauce is too thick, add a splash more water or stock.

Step 8

Stir in the fresh basil leaves and cook for another 5 minutes before removing from heat.

Step 9

Serve warm over pasta, roasted vegetables, or as a sauce for grilled proteins.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1400.7 grams (1400.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	744

Total Fat 41.00g	53%
Saturated Fat 5.60g	28%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.70g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 3512mg	153%
Total Carbohydrate 93.00g	34%
Dietary Fiber 28.50g	102%
Total Sugars 45.70g
Protein 19.70g	39%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 360mg	28%
Iron 12mg	69%
Potassium 2848mg	61%

*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: 45.0%

Protein: 9.6%

Carbs: 45.4%