Low-Sodium Sun-Dried Tomato Veggie Sauce
Prep Time
15 minutes prep time
Number of Servings
Serves 3 (1 cup each)
Ingredients
  • 1 cup chopped vegetables (mix and match zucchinis, bell peppers, onions, garlic, leeks, broccoli, tomatoes, etc.)
  • 1 Tbsp garlic granules
  • 2 to 4 Tbsp low-sodium sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
  • [q:1/4] cup fresh chopped herbs (mix and match basil, oregano, sage, rosemary, thyme, etc.)
  • [q:1/4] tsp ground chipotle pepper (optional)
  • 1 (16 oz.) can of tomato sauce or tomato puree (no-salt, no-salt-added, or low-sodium varieties)
  • Sprigs of parsley or cilantro for garnish
Directions
  1. In a large pot or skillet over medium heat, sauté vegetables and garlic with sun-dried tomatoes for a few minutes until vegetables are soft.
  2. Add herbs, chipotle, if using, and tomato sauce or puree. Reduce to simmer. Stir constantly until sauce is well-blended and hot.
  3.  Garnish and serve right away or refrigerate and use within three days.
Nutrition Info
87 Calories, 4 g Protein, 20 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Fiber, 0.5 g Total fat, 79 mg Sodium. [nutrition:3] Vitamin C. [nutrition:2] Vitamin A, Copper, and Potassium.