"DASHable" Low Sodium Marinara Sauce

olive oil

🥗Healthier: avocado oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Avocado oil provides healthy fats and a similar flavor.

canned tomatoes

🥗Healthier: fresh tomatoes

💰Cheaper: frozen tomatoes

Fresh tomatoes can be used for a fresher taste.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey adds sweetness with a different flavor profile.

Heat olive oil in a saucepan over medium heat until shimmering.

Add chopped onion and cook until translucent, about 3-4 minutes.

Stir in minced garlic and cook until fragrant, about 1 minute.

Add diced carrot and celery; cook for another 5 minutes until softened.

Pour in canned tomatoes and their juice, breaking them up with a spoon.

Add basil, oregano, black pepper, and red pepper flakes to the pot.

Stir in sugar and water; bring to a simmer.

Reduce heat to low and let simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Adjust seasoning to taste, adding more herbs or spices as desired.

Remove from heat and let cool slightly before blending if a smoother sauce is desired.

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