Red Onion and Black Olive Sauce

Elevate your meals with this rich and flavorful Red Onion and Black Olive Sauce, a Mediterranean-inspired masterpiece that's as versatile as it is delicious. Sweet, caramelized red onions harmonize with briny black olives, fragrant garlic, and fresh thyme, all simmered together in a luscious base of tomato paste, white wine, and olive oil. The sauce’s deep, savory notes make it the perfect accompaniment to pasta, grilled meats, or even crusty bread. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is an ideal choice for weeknight dinners or an impressive yet easy upgrade to your favorite dishes. Garnish with fresh parsley for a burst of color and freshness that ties it all together. Your kitchen will be filled with earthy, aromatic bliss as this crowd-pleaser comes to life.

Nutriscore Rating: 69/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 large red onions
• 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
• 3 medium garlic cloves
• 1 cup black olives
• 1 teaspoon fresh thyme leaves
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1/3 cup white wine
• 1/2 cup water
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons parsley (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Peel and thinly slice the red onions into half-moons. Mince the garlic cloves finely.

Step 2

Heat the olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Once hot, add the sliced red onions and a pinch of salt.

Step 3

Cook the onions, stirring occasionally, for 10-12 minutes or until they become soft and start to caramelize.

Step 4

Add the minced garlic to the skillet and stir. Cook for 1-2 minutes until fragrant, ensuring the garlic doesn’t burn.

Step 5

Roughly chop the black olives and add them to the pan along with the fresh thyme leaves. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Stir in the tomato paste and cook for 1-2 minutes, allowing the paste to caramelize slightly and deepen in flavor.

Step 7

Deglaze the pan by pouring in the white wine, scraping the bottom of the skillet to release any browned bits. Let it simmer for 2-3 minutes until the wine reduces slightly.

Step 8

Pour in the water, stir, and reduce the heat to low. Let the sauce simmer gently for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, to let the flavors meld.

Step 9

Season the sauce with salt and black pepper to taste. Remove from heat.

Step 10

Serve warm over pasta, grilled meats, or toasted bread. Garnish with fresh parsley, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	830.6 grams (830.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	792

Total Fat 57.40g	74%
Saturated Fat 9.10g	45%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.80g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 2217mg	96%
Total Carbohydrate 59.00g	21%
Dietary Fiber 11.70g	42%
Total Sugars 27.30g
Protein 8.10g	16%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 267mg	21%
Iron 11mg	61%
Potassium 1054mg	22%

*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: 65.8%

Protein: 4.1%

Carbs: 30.1%