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tomato sauce in a slow cooker
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Healthy Crockpot Tomato Sauce

Healthy Crockpot Tomato Sauce is a low calorie pasta sauce. Made easy in a slow cooker, this sauce is perfect for a healthy pasta night! Low Calorie + Gluten Free + Paleo
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time4 hours
Total Time4 hours 10 minutes
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Lunch
Diet: Low Calorie
Servings: 6 servings
Author: Megan Olson

Ingredients

  • 56 oz crushed tomatoes 2 cans of 28 oz
  • 1/2 cup white onion diced
  • 1/2 cup carrots
  • 3 tablespoons garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon oregano
  • 2 teaspoons parsley
  • 1 teaspoon basil
  • 1 teaspoon thyme
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Red pepper flakes and fresh basil optional

Instructions

  • Place the carrots and onions in a small blender or food processor and pulse a few times until the vegetables are finely diced.
  • Transfer the carrots and onions along with the other ingredients to a slow cooker reserving the basil leaves for serving if using. Set the slow cooker to high and cook 4 hours (or 8 hours on low).
  • Serve immediately or cool to room temperature and store in glass jars in the refrigerator up to 10 days or freezer up to 180 days.

Notes

  • You can add 2-3 tablespoons of balsamic vinegar to this recipe to enhance the flavors and add a touch of sweetness while balancing the acidity. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 103kcal | Carbohydrates: 23g | Protein: 5g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 358mg | Potassium: 855mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 2383IU | Vitamin C: 27mg | Calcium: 117mg | Iron: 4mg