Nut-Free Ranchero Sauce

Dive into bold Tex-Mex flavors with this Nut-Free Ranchero Sauce, a zesty and allergy-friendly twist on the classic condiment! Crafted with pantry staples like canned diced tomatoes, aromatic garlic, and smoky chipotle chili powder, this versatile sauce is brimming with vibrant spices including cumin, oregano, and smoked paprika. The addition of fresh cilantro and a squeeze of lime juice gives it a refreshing finish, while its heat level can be tailored by adjusting the jalapeño. Perfect as a topping for huevos rancheros, tacos, or grilled vegetables, this easy-to-make sauce is ready in just 35 minutes and stores beautifully in the fridge for meal prep. Whether served smooth or left slightly chunky, it’s a must-have recipe for any nut-free kitchen!

Nutriscore Rating: 73/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:35 mins

Servings: 8

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 large garlic cloves, minced
• 1 medium jalapeño pepper, seeds removed and chopped
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes
• 1 cup water
• 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 1 large lime, juiced

Directions

Step 1

Heat olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat.

Step 2

Add finely chopped onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.

Step 3

Stir in the minced garlic and chopped jalapeño, and cook for another 2 minutes, until fragrant.

Step 4

Add the canned diced tomatoes and their juices to the saucepan, along with 1 cup of water.

Step 5

Stir in the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, dried oregano, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.

Step 6

Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer uncovered for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Remove the saucepan from heat and let it cool for a few minutes.

Step 8

Using an immersion blender, puree the sauce until smooth, or leave it slightly chunky if preferred. Adjust seasoning if necessary.

Step 9

Stir in chopped fresh cilantro and lime juice.

Step 10

Serve warm or let cool and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	1318.4 grams (1318.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	715

Total Fat 54.20g	69%
Saturated Fat 10.10g	51%
Polyunsaturated Fat 9.50g
Cholesterol 16mg	5%
Sodium 2384mg	104%
Total Carbohydrate 53.10g	19%
Dietary Fiber 21.40g	76%
Total Sugars 30.10g
Protein 11.60g	23%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 371mg	29%
Iron 10mg	53%
Potassium 2124mg	45%

*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: 65.3%

Protein: 6.2%

Carbs: 28.4%