AIP Friendly Pumpkin & Coconut Rosa Sauce
This sauce is proof that comfort food doesn't have to be complicated or full of ingredients that set off a flare. Pumpkin purée and full-fat coconut milk come together into something genuinely creamy and rich — the kind of silky, spoonable sauce that feels indulgent even though every single ingredient is clean and intentional. Turmeric and ground ginger add warmth and depth without relying on nightshade-based spices, which is exactly the workaround this style of eating demands. A splash of apple cider vinegar brightens the whole thing, while fresh basil and oregano bring that herby, almost Italian-inspired finish that gives the dish its "rosa" character. The blending step is what really elevates it — once everything is puréed smooth, you'd never guess there's no cream, no tomato, and no dairy involved. It makes four servings and comes together in well under half an hour, so it's genuinely weeknight-friendly even when you're already tired of reading labels. Ladle it over zucchini noodles or any compliant pasta you love, and finish with a little fresh parsley if you have it on hand.
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4 servings
For the sauce
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 1 can (13.5 oz) full-fat coconut milk
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- ½ tsp turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
- ½ tsp fine sea salt, plus more to taste
- 2 tbsp fresh basil, thinly sliced
- 1 tbsp fresh oregano leaves
For serving
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Heat the olive oil in a large saucepan over medium heat until it shimmers. Add the onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 6–7 minutes.
- 2
Add the garlic and cook, stirring constantly, until fragrant, about 1 minute. Watch closely so the garlic does not brown.
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