Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce That's Bold and No-Cook Easy

Discover the Fan Favorite Pizza Sauce that's bold, easy to make, and no-cook, perfect for elevating your homemade pizza.

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Prep Time 5

Resting Time 15

Total Time 20

Servings: 2 cups

Course: Sauces

Cuisine: Italian

Calories: 120

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

For the Sauce

1 can Crushed Tomatoes Use high-quality canned tomatoes for the best flavor.
2 tablespoons Tomato Paste Essential for achieving robust texture.
2 tablespoons Olive Oil Substitute with avocado oil for a different twist.
2 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh garlic is best if available.
1 teaspoon Dried Oregano Fresh oregano can also be used—triple the amount.
1 teaspoon Dried Basil Fresh basil enhances the flavor further.
1 teaspoon Sugar Optional for a less sweet sauce; consider honey or maple syrup.
1 teaspoon Salt
1 teaspoon Cracked Black Pepper Adjust to taste.
1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes Optional for extra heat.

Equipment

Medium Bowl
whisk
Spoon

Method

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a medium bowl, add one can of crushed tomatoes and two tablespoons of tomato paste. Whisk together until smooth and thick.
Drizzle in two tablespoons of olive oil and add minced garlic. Stir in dried oregano and dried basil. Add sugar, salt, and cracked black pepper to taste.
If desired, sprinkle in red pepper flakes and mix to combine evenly.
Let the sauce sit for 10–15 minutes at room temperature to develop flavors.
Use immediately on pizza dough or transfer to a sealed jar for storage.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 18gProtein: 2gFat: 5gSaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 4gSodium: 500mgPotassium: 400mgFiber: 3gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

This sauce can be stored in the fridge for up to a week or frozen for up to three months.

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