Pizza Sauce Recipe – Easy 5 Minute (No Cook) Recipe Made With Fresh Tomatoes

If you’ve ever wanted to make your own pizza sauce but were intimidated by the thought of cooking it on the stove for hours you are going to love this recipe that requires no cooking at all. With just a pound of tomatoes, a few seasonings and a high speed blender you will have sauce ready to use in only five minutes flat.

Spread it on your favorite pizza crust. Or for a quick and easy snack or lunch use layer it on a bagel or English muffin before adding Mozzarella cheese and your favorite toppings.

Although you can also use this easy to make sauce for a variety of other uses. For instance, pizza sauce makes a fantastic base for pasta dishes, especially when you are out of traditional pasta sauce.

Simply toss cooked pasta with the pizza sauce for a quick and flavorful meal. You can also add cooked vegetables, meats, or cheese to customize your meal to your liking.

However, you can also use it as a dip for breadsticks, garlic knots, or even mozzarella sticks. Make the sauce and then you can serve it cold or warm it up in the microwave.

No matter how you decide to enjoy it, it will be a recipe that you will want to make over and over. It is a simple recipe that requires just a few ingredients yet it tastes even better than what you get at your favorite pizzeria!

What Type Of Tomatoes To Use To Make Pizza Sauce

When making this homemade pizza sauce recipe you can use any variety of tomatoes that you have on hand. However, if you are wanting to make the most delicious sauce that you have ever had there are a few varieties that are best to use.

Choose tomatoes with a rich, intense flavor and low moisture content. This will ensure that your sauce is both flavorful and thick. Here are a few varieties of tomatoes that are commonly used for making pizza sauce:

1. Roma Tomatoes: Roma tomatoes are a popular choice for making pizza sauce. They have a meaty texture and lower water content compared to other varieties, making them ideal for sauce.
2. San Marzano Tomatoes: Hailing from the Campania region of Italy, San Marzano tomatoes are renowned for their sweet flavor and low acidity. They have a thick flesh and fewer seeds, making them perfect for sauce making. (See our related article: Growing San Marzano Tomatoes)
3. Plum Tomatoes: Similar to Roma tomatoes, plum tomatoes are elongated with a dense flesh and fewer seeds. They’re a versatile choice for making pizza sauce and are widely available in supermarkets.
4. Paste Tomatoes: Paste tomatoes, such as Amish Paste or Jersey Devil, are specifically bred for making sauces and tomato paste. They have a high flesh ratio and a deep, concentrated flavor, making them perfect for making sauce.

You can certainly use other tomato varieties to make sauce, even cherry tomatoes. Although the thickness and taste will vary depending on the type of tomatoes that you use.

No Peeling Required

Once you have your tomatoes, it’s time to prepare them for the blender. Give them a good rinse under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.

Then remove the stems and any tough cores. Then cut each tomato into 6 sections. There is no need to worry about peeling them or removing the seeds. The blender will puree them enough so that they virtually disappear in the sauce.

Other Ingredients Needed

Tomato Paste – not only do you need tomato paste to thicken the sauce, it also provides even more concentrated tomato flavor. If you don’t like thick sauce you can reduce the amount added.

Olive Oil – add a little olive oil to the recipe as it provides richness and a silky smooth texture to the pizza sauce.

Oregano – a classic Italian seasoning that is necessary in any good pizza sauce recipe. This recipe calls for dried oregano, however you can add fresh oregano if you have that on hand. As a general rule, use 3 times the amount of fresh herbs when substituting for dried herbs.

Sugar – just a little bit of sugar will cut the acidity in the sauce. You could also use honey or another sweetener if you prefer.

Garlic – a couple of cloves of garlic will add some nice flavor to your sauce. Peel them, give them a quick smash with the flat side of a knife to release their oils, and toss them into the blender with the tomatoes.

Salt & Pepper – add salt and pepper to the blender with the other ingredients. Then taste the sauce and add more to taste.

Optional Ingredients

You can add a few other ingredients to personalize your pizza sauce recipe to your liking. Here are some common additions:

Basil – fresh basil is another classic ingredient found in many Italian sauces. Throw a couple of leaves in the blender for additional flavor.

Dried Italian seasoning – don’t have fresh basil? No worries! Use dried Italian seasoning in place of or in addition to the dried oregano. This is a blend of seasonings that will flavor the sauce perfectly.

Red pepper flakes – if you like a little spice in your food, add a pinch or two of red pepper flakes to the sauce.

How To Make Pizza Sauce In A Blender

Once you have your ingredients it’s time to get them in the blender. Start on a low speed and gradually increase to high, blending until everything is smooth and well combined. You may need to stop and scrape down the sides of the blender once or twice to make sure everything gets mixed evenly.

Once your sauce is nice and smooth, give it a taste and adjust the seasoning if necessary. If you like your sauce on the sweeter side, you can add a pinch of sugar.

If you prefer it spicier, a pinch of red pepper flakes will do the trick. The beauty of homemade pizza sauce is that you can customize it to suit your taste preferences.

And that’s it! Your homemade pizza sauce is ready to use!

Homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe

* Complete recipe instructions including specific measurements, cook temperatures and times are located in a printable recipe card at the bottom of this article. However, be sure to read the entire article for helpful tips and tricks when making this recipe.

INGREDIENTS

• 1 pound fresh tomatoes
• 6 ounce can tomato paste
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 teaspoons dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon granulated sugar
• 2 cloves garlic, peeled
• 1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

Optional Ingredients:

• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh basil
• red pepper flakes

INSTRUCTIONS

1. Cut the tomatoes into 6 chunks, leaving the seeds and skin on. Place them into a high speed blender.
2. Add the remaining ingredients to the blender and place on low speed for a few pulses then increase to high speed until the ingredients are pureed.
3. Taste the sauce and add salt and pepper to taste.
4. Use immediately or place in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to 3 days.

So the next time you’re craving pizza, skip the store-bought sauce and give this homemade recipe a try. Once you make it, you’ll never go back to the store-bought stuff again.

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