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5 from 2 votes

Quick Marinara Sauce (Easy and Healthy Recipe!)

This Quick Marinara Sauce recipe is made with simple, classic ingredients and is super easy to prepare.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time15 minutes
Total Time20 minutes
Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: Quick Marinara Sauce
Servings: 6 servings; Makes about 3 ½ cups
Calories: 51calories
Author: Alia Kay

Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
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Instructions

  • In a medium saucepan, heat the oil over medium heat. Add the onion and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  • Add the garlic and cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Stir in the crushed tomatoes, basil, oregano, and crushed red pepper flakes. Season liberally with salt and pepper.
  • Reduce the heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8-10 minutes until slightly reduced and thickened.
  • Taste and season with additional salt and pepper, if needed. Serve warm.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to five days or in the freezer for up to three months.

Nutrition

Calories: 51calories | Carbohydrates: 2g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 5g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 3g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 36mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 1g | Vitamin A: 28IU | Vitamin C: 2mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg