Smoky Pumpkin Marinara
A smoky twist on traditional marinara, this pumpkin-based sauce is perfect for when you want a comforting, quick meal. It’s deliciously smoky and pairs perfectly with your favorite pasta.
Equipment
- Medium-size saucepan, spoon, grater
Ingredients
- 1 can 15 ounces, or 425 g tomato sauce
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- ¼ teaspoon liquid smoke
- 1 teaspoon fine sea salt
- 1 teaspoon mild to medium chili powder
- 1 clove garlic grated
- ½ cup 122 g pumpkin purée
- 1 teaspoon extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup 40 g chopped red onion
Instructions
- Heat the olive oil in a medium-size saucepan over medium-high heat.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until fragrant and tender, about 3 minutes.
- Stir in the tomato sauce, pumpkin purée, basil, liquid smoke, salt, pepper, and chili powder.
- Lower the heat and simmer, covered, for 10 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite pasta.
Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:
Serving Tip:
This sauce is versatile and can also be used as a dip for roasted vegetables or as a base for soups.
Wine Advice:
A medium-bodied red wine such as Pinot Noir pairs well with this smoky and slightly spicy marinara.
Nutritional Information
Calories: 75 kcal | Carbohydrates: 14 g | Protein: 2 g | Fat: 2 g | Fiber: 3 g | Sugar: 6 g | Salt: 0.5 mg
