Red Meat Allergy Friendly Paleo Marinara Sauce
A rich, slow-simmered tomato sauce is one of those kitchen staples that can feel surprisingly tricky to navigate when you're managing a red meat allergy — jarred versions often contain hidden meat-based flavorings or are processed on shared lines. This version keeps things beautifully clean and simple, built entirely on pantry and garden ingredients you can trust. San Marzano tomatoes bring a naturally sweet, low-acid depth that forms the backbone of the sauce, while garlic bloomed slowly in good olive oil adds that savory complexity you'd expect from something that cooked all afternoon. A pinch of oregano and a hit of torn fresh basil at the finish round everything out with bright, herby fragrance. The color shift from bright red to deep brick-red as it simmers is your visual cue that the flavors have truly come together. It's endlessly versatile — spoon it over zucchini noodles, roasted vegetables, or grain-free pasta for a meal that feels indulgent without any compromise.
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4 servings
- 3 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
See allPrivate Selection Italian Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Bertolli Extra Virgin D'Italiia Olive Oil 16.9oz
Extra Virgin Olive Oil
FIELD DAY OLIVE OIL EXTRA VIRGIN
Olitalia Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 4 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
- ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional)
- 1 can (28 oz) crushed san marzano tomatoes
- ½ tsp salt, plus more to taste
- ¼ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp dried oregano
- 8 fresh basil leaves, torn
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium-low heat until it shimmers. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, if using, and cook, stirring frequently, until the garlic is fragrant and just beginning to turn golden at the edges, about 2–3 minutes. Watch closely — garlic can brown quickly and turn bitter.
- 2
Pour in the crushed tomatoes and stir to combine. Add the salt, black pepper, and dried oregano.
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