Keto Pizza Sauce | Sugar-Free Recipe Guide

Keto Pizza Sauce is delicious and low in carbs, as it was developed to ensure it doesn’t overpower the crust by introducing more sugar into your daily diet. Classic pizza sauces can be loaded with sneaky sugars that can add up in carbs; this one stays straight and narrow. It’s usually tomato paste or crushed tomatoes (Cento brand is low carb), olive oil, garlic, Italian herbs, and salt/pepper, and it’s flavorful, if not a little different!

Most of the recipes add oregano, basil, and onion powder to take things in the pizzeria-style direction, and then there are optional red pepper flakes to give it a bit of heat. The sauce can be blended until smooth or left chunky according to taste, and it comes together on the stove in minutes. With the fresh and no-sugar-added ingredients, net carbs are generally low, usually less than two grams per serving.

This low-carb pizza sauce can be used for cauliflower crusts, chicken crust pizzas, and even as a dip for cheese sticks and low-carb bread. You can also make this in bulk to keep in the fridge or freezer for when you’re in a pinch. This sauce is so versatile, flavorful, and rich that you can indulge in the taste of pizza night just as you would while staying true to your keto goals.

Keto Pizza Sauce Recipe

Keto Pizza Sauce

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Prep Time 5 minutes mins

Cook Time 20 minutes mins

25 minutes mins

Total Time 50 minutes mins

Servings: 8

Calories: 45

Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients

  

• 1 (15oz.) can tomato sauce ( no sugar added)
• 2 tbsp tomato paste
• 2 tbsp olive oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp dried basil
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp crushed red pepper flakes (if using)
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

Equipment

• Medium saucepan
• Wooden spoon
• Knife and cutting board
• Measuring spoons

Method

 

1. Add olive oil to a saucepan on the stove over medium heat.
2. Add garlic and stir-fry for 1–2 minutes, or until it is fragrant.
3. Stir in tomato sauce and paste until smooth.
4. Season with oregano, basil, onion powder, salt, pepper, and chili flakes (if using).
5. Turn down the heat and simmer for 10–15 minutes until thickened and tasty.
6. Remove from heat. Either use immediately, or cool completely and store.

Notes

Use an immersion blender to puree it for a creamier sauce.

Season to taste — a little more basil if it needs sweetness, a dash or two of chili flakes if you want heat.

Refrigerate for 5 days or freeze for up to 3 months.

It’s just happens to be a spicy pizza sauce that you cook up, and also, Keto!

Flavour Profile of Keto Pizza Sauce

• Garlicky & Herby– Garlic, oregano, basil, and Italian herbs add aromatic flavour.
  
• Sweetener– Tomatoes are naturally on the sweet side, offset by some acidity, sometimes with a little help from a keto sweetener.
  
• Hearty & Heartwarming– Olive oil and slow-simmered flavors simulate a long cook in an instant.
  
• Customizable- For the heat-seekers, feel free to throw in some red pepper flakes.

Keto Pizza Sauce Nutrition and Calories

• Keto pizza sauce should be based on tomato paste since it is low in calories.
• Combine tomato paste with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, oregano, basil, and salt to give it a pleasant taste.
• Thin the sauce to the desired consistency by the addition of a splash of water or broth.
• Use tomato paste that does not contain added sugar to ensure a low amount of carbs.
• An addition of red pepper flakes increases flavour without the presence of carbohydrates.
• Allow to simmer 5-10 minutes in order to combine the spices.
• Apply it to your keto crust or refrigerate it when you are going to be having it.

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FAQs

Q1. Is pizza sauce keto-friendly?

Ans: Yes, as long as you use canned tomato products with no added sugars and low carb – You will have to check the label for this.

Q2. What kind of tomatoes are best for this pizza sauce?

Ans: Opt for unsweetened canned crushed tomatoes or tomato paste.

Q3. How many carbs are there in keto pizza sauce?

Ans: Approximately 2-3 net carbs per ¼ cup serving.

Q4. Can I buy keto pizza?

Ans: Yes — check stores for “no added sugar” tomato sauces.

Q5. Can you eat any sauces on keto?
Ans: Low sugar and carb content sauces include mayo, mustard, pesto, butter sauces, and condiments without sugar.
Q6. So, what is the most suitable alternative to pizza sauce?
Ans: Great alternatives to traditional pizza sauce include pesto, garlic butter, alfredo sauce or olive oil and herbs as this makes great low-carb pizza.
Q7. Is Domino’s Pizza keto-friendly?
Ans: Domino is not a restaurant that provides keto crust, yet the toppings and cheese can be made in a bowl and ordered without the crust, using this as a low-carb alternative.
Q8. Are there any keto-friendly tomato sauces?
Ans: Tomato sauces that contain zero added sugar and less than 5 -6 net carbs per serving are keto-friendly, particularly the crushed tomatoes or tomato paste.

Candice Knauer

Hi, I’m Candice Knauer!
I’m passionate about creating delicious, healthy meals that make the keto lifestyle simple and enjoyable. What started as my personal journey into low-carb cooking has grown into a collection of recipes that I love sharing with others who want to feel their best while still enjoying great food.