Weight Watchers Spaghetti Sauce

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Weight Watchers Spaghetti Sauce is a flavorful and nutritious recipe. This sauce is made with fresh tomatoes, spices, and tomato puree. It is a good option for those who want to enjoy their favorite food without sacrificing their health goals. The amount of dietary fiber is only two grams with eleven grams of carbs. This Weight Watchers Spaghetti Sauce is a versatile recipe. You can serve it over zoodles, spaghetti, or pasta. This sauce recipe perfectly fits within your Weight Watchers diet. It is a tangy, creamy, rich, and wholesome sauce. You can enjoy this sauce without guilt. The two methods of cooking are (listed below) in detail. Opt for any cooking method to make the best sauce. Simply follow the directions and our rich sauce will be ready.

EQUIPMENT:

  • Nonstick pan
  • A slow cooker
  • One spoon
  • Container (to store the sauce)
  • Small heat-proof bowl

INGREDIENTS:

  • 1 can tomato puree near to 29 oz.
  • Tomato paste 2 tbsp
  • Small size chopped onion 1
  • Crushed garlic cloves 3
  • Oregano 1 tsp
  • 1 tsp of salt
  • Chili pepper 1 tsp
  • Crushed Black pepper 1/2 tsp
  • A pinch of cayenne to taste
  • Fresh basil leaves 6 or dried basil powder 1 tsp

INSTRUCTIONS:

STOVETOP:

  1. Warm the olive oil in a nonstick pan for forty to seventy seconds.
  2. Next, add chopped onions to this warm pan.
  3. Simmer it for 3 to 4 minutes or until it becomes golden.
  4. Then, add chopped garlic cloves to the same pan.
  5. Stir it with a spoon. Cook this mixture for a few seconds.
  6. Next, add the tomato puree and tomato paste (can) to the pan.
  7. Now, mix oregano, black pepper, basil leaves, chili pepper, salt, and cayenne spices with paste.
  8. Reduce the stovetop heat to a low flame.
  9. Simmer for approximately twenty minutes over a low fire.
  10. The instant and tangy Weight Watchers Spaghetti Sauce is ready.
  11. Pour this sauce into a small heat-proof bowl. Serve it with any food.

SLOW COOKER:

  1. First, grease a cooker with olive oil. Place this cooker on a burner’s slow flame.
  2. Next, add the crushed onion and minced garlic clove to this warm olive oil.
  3. Sautee it for three to seven minutes or until golden brown.
  4. Then, add tomato puree, salt, cayenne, black pepper, basil leaves, oregano, chili pepper, and tomato paste to this cooker.
  5. Simmer it on low heat for approximately three to four hours.
  6. After four hours, check the consistency and texture of the sauce.
  7. Next, save this sauce to a container.
  8. The delicious Weight Watchers Spaghetti Sauce is ready to serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

Pasta:

  • Serve the tasty sauce with Bolognese pasta, or mix this sauce with Veggie pasta Primavera.

Spread:

  • Add a layer of this sauce to the lasagna, baked spaghetti squash, and Eggplant Parmesan slices.

Crackers:

  • Enjoy this sauce with low-calorie crackers or crusty bread.

Appetizers:

  • Pair the spaghetti sauce with Caprese skewers, veggie spring rolls, Fired calamari, Bruschetta, and Margherita pizza.

TIPS:

High-quality ingredients:

  • Use fresh and flavorful ingredients, such as canned San Marzano tomatoes, fresh garlic, and good-quality oil.

A mixture of tomatoes:

  • We used canned tomatoes, tomato puree, and chopped tomatoes. It gives the sauce a rich flavor.

Cooking method:

  • Opt for any cooking method at your convenience.

Herbs:

  • Using fresh herbs, such as oregano and basil add a bright and fresh flavor to the sauce.

Food Blender:

  • You can process the sauce with a food blender.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

Fridge:

  • Store the sauce in a closed-lid container or small vessel and refrigerate it for three to five days.

Freezer:

  • We can freeze the spaghetti sauce for one to two months.

Reheating:

  • You can rewarm this sauce with two different methods a burner (slow flame) or a microwave oven. Simply pour the saucer into a pot and heat it over a slow flame, stirring constantly, until warmed through.

FAQs:

Can I add protein to Weight Watchers Spaghetti sauce?

  • Yes, you can add protein to Weight Watchers Spaghetti sauce, such as cooked ground turkey or lean beef.

Is it possible to use fresh tomatoes for canned ones?

  • Yes, you can use fresh and good-quality tomatoes. However, fresh tomatoes could increase the sauce’s calories and sugar content.

Is the spaghetti sauce perfect for gluten diets?

  • This sauce is a great choice for anyone with a gluten allergy or intolerance because it is gluten-free.

NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION/SERVING:

Serving Size 1
Total Quantity 8 servings
Total Calories 48 kcal
Carbohydrates 11 g
Dietary Fiber 2 g
Protein 2 g
Sugar 6 g
Total Fat 0 g
Sodium 322 mg

The total Weight Watchers Points Per Serving is only zero (0).