Steamed Pasta Sauce

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Servings: 8 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A rich, chunky vegan tomato sauce with steamed vegetables and olives
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This hearty Italian-inspired sauce is a comforting staple for weeknight dinners. By steaming the onions, peppers, and optional eggplant first, you retain more nutrients and achieve a tender texture without the bitterness of raw vegetables. The base of crushed tomatoes and puree simmers with honey, garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano to create a deep, savory flavor profile. It’s naturally vegan and free of meat, making it a wholesome choice for the whole family. Perfect for tossing with pasta, layering in lasagna, or serving over grains like quinoa or brown rice for a nutritious, satisfying meal.

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Steamed Pasta Sauce

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 8 Calories: 164.9

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This hearty Italian-inspired sauce is a comforting staple for weeknight dinners. By steaming the onions, peppers, and optional eggplant first, you retain more nutrients and achieve a tender texture without the bitterness of raw vegetables. The base of crushed tomatoes and puree simmers with honey, garlic, and aromatic herbs like basil and oregano to create a deep, savory flavor profile. It&# 226;ÂÂs naturally vegan and free of meat, making it a wholesome choice for the whole family. Perfect for tossing with pasta, layering in lasagna, or serving over grains like quinoa or brown rice for a nutritious, satisfying meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Place chopped onions, diced bell peppers, and cubed eggplant (if using) in a steamer basket over a small amount of simmering water.
  2. Cover and steam for approximately 5-7 minutes until the vegetables are tender but still hold their shape.
  3. In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the steamed vegetables, crushed tomatoes, tomato puree, water, honey, salt, oregano, basil, garlic, and black olives.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.
  5. Simmer uncovered for 30 to 60 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt or herbs if needed.
  7. Serve warm over cooked pasta, brown rice, millet, or quinoa.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 8

Amount Per Serving
Calories 164.9kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 1.3g2%
Saturated Fat 0.0g0%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 9773.7mg408%
Total Carbohydrate 38.5g13%
Dietary Fiber 10.0g40%
Sugars 25.5g
Protein 5.4g11%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: tomato, sauce, pasta, vegan, italian, onion, garlic, bell pepper, eggplant, olive, basil, oregano, honey, simmer, steam, lasagna, vegetable, dinner, healthy, simple
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