Zucchini Pasta Sauce

5 from 3 votes

Fresh tomato & zucchini pasta sauce is a delicious marinara sauce that's easy to make in the blender with a handful of simple ingredients. A delicious way to enjoy fresh summer tomatoes and zucchini!

Prep Time10

Cook Time20

Total Time30

Course: condiment, Main Course, Side Dish

Cuisine: Italian

Diet: Gluten Free, Low Calorie, Low Fat, Low Lactose, Low Salt, Vegan, Vegetarian

Servings: Cups Sauce

Author: Laura

Cost: $4

Equipment

Ingredients

2 pounds tomatoes (about 6, quartered)
2 small zucchini (shredded - about 2 cups)
6 ounces tomato paste
4 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
2 teaspoons fine sea salt (or more to taste)
2 teaspoons garlic powder
1 teaspoon onion powder
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
1 Tablespoon granulated sugar

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Instructions

Place zucchini and 4 tomatoes into the container of a high-powered blender (Vitamix)
Blend, starting on low speed and gradually increase to high speed for 30-60 seconds or until a liquid is formed. (You may need to pause, scrape down the sides, then continue blending).
Add the rest of the ingredients (the remaining two tomatoes, tomato paste, Italian seasoning, garlic salt, onion powder, garlic powder, black pepper and sugar) and blend until smooth.
Transfer the sauce to a saucepan and cook on medium heat until it begins to bubble.
Once mixture begins to bubble turn heat to low and simmer for 30-40 minutes or until the sauce is a deep red color.
Taste and adjust seasonings as needed.
Serve over your favorite pasta.

Notes

Ingredient Substitution Notes

Tomatoes. Roma, heirloom, etc. are all great choices. Or you can use 2 cans of crushed or diced tomatoes.
Garlic powder. Minced garlic is a great substitute.
Onion powder. Use half of an onion in place of the onion powder, if desired.
Sugar. honey is a great substitute.

Store/Freeze

Store in an airtight container or glass jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days, or in the freezer for up to 2 months.

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