Easy No Cook Pizza Sauce
User Reviews
4.2
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
2 and half cups
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Calories
164 kcal
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Cuisine
American
Easy No Cook Pizza Sauce
Description
The Easy No Cook Pizza Sauce brings together canned crushed tomatoes with finely grated garlic, fresh basil, and freshly grated Parmesan cheese, accented by oregano, salt, black pepper, and a pinch of sugar for balanced acidity. A small amount of olive oil smooths the texture and adds richness. Mixing these ingredients without heating preserves the bright, fresh flavors and aromatic herbs.
This sauce is intended for immediate use, requiring only a few minutes for flavors to meld, making it a practical option for speedy pizza assembly. It has a smooth, spreadable consistency and a savory, herbaceous profile with subtle sharpness from the cheese and garlic.
Use this sauce directly on pizza crust before adding toppings and baking. The uncomplicated preparation complements any pizza style where a fresh tomato base is desired.
Ingredients
- 2 cups crushed tomatoes canned
- 3 garlic finely grated using a microplane or minced, medium cloves
- 1/4 cup basil finely chopped, leaves
- 1/4 cup Parmesan Cheese freshly grated
- 2 teaspoon oregano dried
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 teaspoon sugar
- red pepper flakes optional, pinch
- 1 teaspoon olive oil extra virgin