Description
Whip up this zesty and versatile sauce in just 15 minutes, perfect for enhancing pasta, meats, or crusty bread with bold flavors.
Ingredients
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- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Red pepper flakes (optional)
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a skillet over medium heat. Add minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.
- Pour in the canned diced tomatoes along with their juices, stirring to combine.
- Season with dried oregano, salt, pepper, and optional red pepper flakes. Mix well.
- Lower the heat and let the sauce simmer for 10 minutes to blend the flavors.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving immediately over your favorite dish or as a dip.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 10 minutes
- Category: Sauce
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mediterranean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: ¼ cup (60g)
- Calories: 70
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 250mg
- Fat: 5g
- Saturated Fat: 0.7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Customize your sauce by adding fresh herbs or a splash of balsamic vinegar. For added nutrition, incorporate leftover vegetables into the sauce. Store any leftovers in an airtight container for up to five days; reheat gently on low heat.