Hidden Veggie Pasta Sauce

Try this clever twist on classic pasta sauce with my hidden veggie pasta sauce! Packed with wholesome ingredients, this sauce seamlessly blends vegetables into a flavorful concoction that even picky eaters will enjoy!

Course Condiment, Dressing, Ingredient

Cuisine American, Italian

Diet Vegan, Vegetarian

Prep Time 10

Cook Time 30

Total Time 40

Servings cups

Calories 64kcal

Author Rachel

Ingredients

1 yellow onion chopped
2 carrots roughly chopped
2 stalks celery roughly chopped
1 red bell pepper roughly chopped
1 large zucchini or two small ones roughly chopped
28 ounce canned crushed tomatoes
3 tablespoons tomato paste
1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon salt plus more to taste
¼ teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

In a large saucepan over medium heat, add the onion and saute until translucent, about 5 minutes.
1 yellow onion
Add the carrots, celery, bell pepper, and zucchini to the pan. Saute for about 5-7 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
2 carrots, 2 stalks celery, 1 red bell pepper, 1 large zucchini
Pour in the crushed tomatoes, broth, and tomato paste, and stir to combine.
28 ounce canned crushed tomatoes, 3 tablespoons tomato paste, 1 cup low-sodium vegetable broth
Season the sauce with the dried basil, oregano, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper. Mix well.
1 teaspoon dried basil, 1 teaspoon dried oregano, 1 teaspoon garlic powder, 1 teaspoon salt, ¼ teaspoon black pepper
Allow the sauce to simmer for and the veggies to soften further for about 15-20 minutes.
Once the veggies have softened fully, carefully transfer the sauce to a blender or use an immersion blender to blend the sauce until it's smooth and the veggies are hidden. If using a regular upright blender, you may need to blend in batches.
Return the blended sauce to the saucepan and taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve with your favorite pasta and enjoy!

Notes

Leftovers: Allow to cool, then store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Freeze for longer storage in a freezer-safe container with room for expansion.
Like it creamy? Add a splash of coconut cream or milk to blended sauce.
Prefer a thinner sauce? Dilute with a little veggie broth until you reach your desired consistency.

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