Description
This homemade roasted tomato sauce is rich, savory, and simple. Made with fresh tomatoes, garlic, and basil, it’s the perfect partner for pasta and more.
Ingredients
10 cups fresh tomatoes, quartered (Romas preferred)
3 TBS high heat oil (like avocado oil)
2 TBS balsamic vinegar
5–6 cloves garlic
1/4 cup fresh basil, torn
1 tsp coarse sea salt
1/2 tsp freshly ground pepper
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425°F.
2. Cut tomatoes in halves or quarters; leave cherry tomatoes whole.
3. Spread tomatoes, garlic, and basil on a cookie sheet.
4. Sprinkle salt and pepper over the top.
5. Drizzle with oil and balsamic vinegar.
6. Stir gently to coat evenly.
7. Roast for 45 minutes to 1 hour.
8. Cool for 15–20 minutes.
9. Transfer everything to a blender and blend until smooth.
10. Taste and adjust salt and pepper if needed.
Notes
Roma or cherry tomatoes yield best results.
Leave skins on for flavor and ease.
Freezes well for up to 3 months.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 60 minutes
- Category: Sauces & Condiments
- Method: Roasting
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1/2 cup
- Calories: 74
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 205mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 7g
- Fiber: 2g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg