Best 7 Mediterranean Marinara Sauce Recipes

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Craving a flavorful and authentic Mediterranean twist to your favorite pasta dishes? Look no further! In this guide, we'll take you on a culinary journey to discover the art of crafting a delectable Mediterranean marinara sauce. With simple, fresh ingredients and a touch of Mediterranean flair, you'll transform your ordinary pasta night into an extraordinary dining experience. So, get ready to embark on a taste adventure as we guide you through the secrets of making the perfect Mediterranean marinara sauce.

Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!

BEST MARINARA SAUCE YET



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This is a very easy homemade red sauce, and the only one my 5 year old daughter will eat! Serve with your favorite pasta.

Provided by Jackie M.

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes     Pasta Sauce Recipes     Tomato     Marinara

Time 45m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 (14.5 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
4 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
1 clove garlic, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
6 tablespoons olive oil
⅓ cup finely diced onion
½ cup white wine

Steps:

  • In a food processor place Italian tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped parsley, minced garlic, oregano, salt, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
  • In a large skillet over medium heat saute the finely chopped onion in olive oil for 2 minutes. Add the blended tomato sauce and white wine.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 150.8 calories, Carbohydrate 11.7 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 685.3 mg, Sugar 6.6 g

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This is a family recipe usually served in summertime when basil is plentiful.

Provided by ELEANOR1052

Categories     Side Dish     Sauces and Condiments Recipes     Sauce Recipes

Time 35m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 8

3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
3 cloves garlic, sliced
1 (16 ounce) can crushed tomatoes
½ cup red wine
½ cup water
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
6 leaves fresh basil leaves, torn

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large non-stick skillet over low heat and saute garlic for about 2 minutes; be careful not to burn. Just as the garlic begins to turn brown, remove pan from heat. Allow pan to cool, and add tomatoes, wine, water, salt and sugar. Cook over medium-high heat and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, about 20 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in basil.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 159.4 calories, Carbohydrate 10.7 g, Fat 10.5 g, Fiber 2.2 g, Protein 2 g, SaturatedFat 1.5 g, Sodium 730.8 mg, Sugar 1.2 g

MEDITERRANEAN MARINARA SAUCE



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Make and share this Mediterranean Marinara Sauce recipe from Food.com.

Provided by CountryLady

Categories     Sauces

Time 45m

Yield 4 cups

Number Of Ingredients 10

2 cloves garlic, minced
3/4 cup finely chopped onion
1 1/2 teaspoons minced drained bottled pepperoncini peppers (aka pickled Tuscan peppers)
1/4 cup olive oil
1/3 cup dry white wine
1 (28 ounce) can plum tomatoes, chopped (don't drain)
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 (6 ounce) jars marinated artichoke hearts, drained & coarsley chopped
1/2 cup chopped pitted black olives
1/3 cup minced parsley

Steps:

  • Saute garlic, onion & pepperoncini in oil in a dutch oven, over moderately low heat, stirring constantly until the onion is softened (about 5 minutes).
  • Add the wine & bring to a boil; continue stirring & boil for 3- 5 minutes or until the wine is almost evaporated.
  • Add tomatoes with their juice & the paste, lower the heat to medium & simmer, stirring occasionally, for 20 minutes or until thickened.
  • Stir in artichoke hearts & olives, season to taste with salt & pepper and simmer for another 5 minutes.
  • Add parsley & serve over your favourite pasta.
  • It's enough for about 1 lb of pasta.

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Make classic marinara sauce at home with this easy recipe by Giada De Laurentiis from Everyday Italian on Food Network.

Provided by Giada De Laurentiis

Time 1h20m

Yield 2 quarts

Number Of Ingredients 9

1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
2 small onions, finely chopped
2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
2 stalks celery, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 (32-ounce) cans crushed tomatoes
2 dried bay leaves

Steps:

  • In a large casserole pot, heat the oil over a medium-high flame. Add the onions and garlic and saute until the onions are translucent, about 10 minutes. Add the celery, carrots, and 1/2 teaspoon of each salt and pepper. Saute until all the vegetables are soft, about 10 minutes. Add the tomatoes and bay leaves, and simmer uncovered over low heat until the sauce thickens, about 1 hour. Remove and discard the bay leaf. Season the sauce with more salt and pepper, to taste. (The sauce can be made 1 day ahead. Cool, then cover and refrigerate. Rewarm over medium heat before using.)

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For a go-to standby using canned tomatoes, get Ina Garten's easy, homemade Marinara Sauce recipe from Barefoot Contessa on Food Network.

Provided by Ina Garten

Time 45m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon good olive oil
1 cup chopped yellow onion (1 onion)
1 1/2 teaspoons minced garlic
1/2 cup good red wine, such as Chianti
1 (28-ounce) can crushed tomatoes, or plum tomatoes in puree, chopped
1 tablespoon chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
1 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper

Steps:

  • Heat the olive oil in a large (12-inch) skillet. Add the onion and saute over medium heat until translucent, 5 to 10 minutes. Add the garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Add the wine and cook on high heat, scraping up all the brown bits in the pan, until almost all the liquid evaporates, about 3 minutes. Stir in the tomatoes, parsley, salt, and pepper. Cover, and simmer on the lowest heat for 15 minutes.

HOMEMADE MARINARA SAUCE



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This quick and easy homemade marinara sauce is my kids' favorite. It works fantastic with spaghetti, and my kids love it in meatball subs, too. -Cara Bjornlie, Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield 7 cups.

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 tablespoon olive oil
1 small onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 cans (28 ounces each) Italian crushed tomatoes
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning
1 to 2 tablespoons sugar
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, Italian seasoning, salt, pepper and sugar; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, 10 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 91 calories, Fat 2g fat (0 saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 489mg sodium, Carbohydrate 12g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 3g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

THE BEST MARINARA SAUCE



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I developed this recipe with a friend to make the most of a bumper crop of tomatoes. Now we like to make huge batches-we're talking 220-pounds-of- tomatoes huge-and then give jars along with a pound of pasta as gifts around the holidays. Knowing this sauce is made from the heart with the best possible ingredients makes me feel good about giving it to my family and friends. -Shannon Norris, Cudahy, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 1h40m

Yield 9 cups

Number Of Ingredients 11

3 tablespoons olive oil
1 cup chopped onion
1/3 cup minced garlic, divided
12 pounds plum tomatoes, quartered
2 cups water
1-1/4 cups minced fresh basil, divided
1/4 cup minced fresh oregano
1/4 cup tomato paste
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1 teaspoon coarsely ground pepper
1/4 cup plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice

Steps:

  • In a stockpot, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir until softened, 3-4 minutes. Add 2 tablespoons garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Add tomatoes, water and 1/2 cup basil; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until tomatoes are completely broken down and soft, about 1 hour, stirring occasionally., Press tomato mixture through a food mill into a large bowl; discard skins and seeds. Return tomato mixture to stockpot; add 1/2 cup of remaining basil, oregano and remaining garlic. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, until thickened, 3-1/2 to 4 hours, stirring occasionally. Add tomato paste and remaining 1/4 cup of basil; season with salt and pepper. , Add 1 tablespoon plus 1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice to each of 3 hot 1-1/2-pint jars. Ladle hot mixture into jars, leaving 1/2-in. headspace. Remove air bubbles and adjust headspace, if necessary, by adding hot mixture. Wipe rims. Center lids on jars; screw on bands until fingertip tight., Place jars into canner with simmering water, ensuring that they are completely covered with water. Bring to a boil; process for 40 minutes. Remove jars and cool.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 131 calories, Fat 4g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 22g carbohydrate (13g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 5g protein.

Tips:

  • Use the freshest ingredients possible. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your sauce.
  • Don't be afraid to experiment with different herbs and spices. There are many flavor combinations that can work well with a marinara sauce.
  • Let the sauce simmer for a while. This will help the flavors to develop and deepen.
  • Serve the sauce over your favorite pasta or with grilled chicken or fish.

Conclusion:

A Mediterranean marinara sauce is a simple but delicious sauce that can be used in a variety of dishes. It is a great way to add a burst of flavor to your favorite pasta dish, or to use as a dipping sauce for grilled meats or vegetables. With its fresh ingredients and vibrant flavor, a Mediterranean marinara sauce is sure to please everyone at your table.

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