Low-Sodium Sun-Dried Tomato Veggie Sauce

Prep Time:

15 minutes prep time

Number of Servings:

Serves 3 (1 cup each)

Ingredients

1 cup chopped vegetables (mix and match zucchinis, bell peppers, onions, garlic, leeks, broccoli, tomatoes, etc.)
1 Tbsp garlic granules
2 to 4 Tbsp low-sodium sun-dried tomatoes packed in oil
¹⁄₄ cup fresh chopped herbs (mix and match basil, oregano, sage, rosemary, thyme, etc.)
¹⁄₄ tsp ground chipotle pepper (optional)
1 (16 oz.) can of tomato sauce or tomato puree (no-salt, no-salt-added, or low-sodium varieties)
Sprigs of parsley or cilantro for garnish

In a large pot or skillet over medium heat, sauté vegetables and garlic with sun-dried tomatoes for a few minutes until vegetables are soft.
Add herbs, chipotle, if using, and tomato sauce or puree. Reduce to simmer. Stir constantly until sauce is well-blended and hot.
Garnish and serve right away or refrigerate and use within three days.

Nutrition Info:

87 Calories, 4 g Protein, 20 g Carbohydrates, 4 g Fiber, 0.5 g Total fat, 79 mg Sodium. ★★★ Vitamin C. ★★ Vitamin A, Copper, and Potassium.