Quick Fresh Tomato Sauce
Description
This quick fresh tomato sauce is the perfect companion for a hot summer evening when you want something light and flavorful. Made with just a handful of ripe, garden-fresh tomatoes and fragrant basil leaves, it requires minimal effort but delivers maximum taste. The acidity of the tomatoes is balanced by the richness of extra virgin olive oil, creating a silky texture that coats pasta beautifully. It&# 226;ÂÂs ideal for tossing with spaghetti, drizzling over caprese salad, or using as a fresh topping for bruschetta. Simple, healthy, and incredibly delicious, this sauce lets the natural sweetness of your harvest shine through without any heavy cooking or complex ingredients.Ingredients
Directions
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Wash the tomatoes and remove the stems. Roughly chop the tomatoes into bite-sized pieces, removing any hard core areas if desired.
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Place the chopped tomatoes in a large mixing bowl. Add the extra virgin olive oil over the top.
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Season with salt and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Gently toss the tomatoes to coat them evenly in the oil and seasoning.
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Let the mixture sit at room temperature for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld and the tomatoes to release their juices.
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Just before serving, fold in the fresh basil leaves. Toss gently to distribute the basil throughout the sauce.
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Serve immediately over hot pasta, pizza, or as a fresh topping for bread and cheese.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 38.9kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 3.9g6%
- Saturated Fat 0.6g3%
- Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
- Sodium 1.0mg1%
- Total Carbohydrate 0.7g1%
- Dietary Fiber 0.4g2%
- Sugars 0.1g
- Protein 0.8g2%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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