Homemade Sugar-Free Pizza Sauce Recipe

This delicious Sugar-Free Pizza Sauce Recipe is easy to follow and will be your “go-to” sauce for homemade pizzas as well as a marinara sauce and dip!

You will want to try this pull apart pizza when you make this sauce. It’s a great appetizer.

This flavorful homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe is easy to make and is think enough to be used as a dipping sauce for breadsticks too! The Foodie Affair

Why You’ll Love This Recipe

I’ve been playing around with this pizza sauce for a while and every time I think about sharing the recipe I decide that it’s too boring and move onto something else.

Silly since pizza is truly a universal food that almost everyone enjoys. Here are some of the reasons you should make this delicious sauce.

  • Sugar-Free – There is NO sugar added in this recipe, so this is the perfect keto pizza sauce for those watching their sugar intake.
  • Versatile – Homemade pizzas are the best tasting pies! But don’t limit your sauce to making just pizza, use this as a dipping sauce or layer it over zoodles or pasta!
  • Inexpensive – Pizza sauce is economical when you make it at home. You will never need to buy store-bought pizza sauce again.
This flavorful homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe is easy to make and is think enough to be used as a dipping sauce for breadsticks too! The Foodie Affair

Ingredients

You will only need a handful of pantry stocked ingredients to make pizza sauce that tastes like it came from your favorite pizzeria.

  • Tomato Puree – make sure to check the ingredient list to ensure that there is no sugar added. My favorite are Italian brand San Marzano or Muir Glen from California. Pick the brand that tastes best to you.
  • Olive Oil – for sautéing the onion and garlic.
  • Garlic – fresh garlic will add the best flavor to this pizza sauce.
  • Spices – Italian seasoning, salt and pepper and red pepper flakes, which will heighten the flavor brining a little zest to the sauce.

Herb Variations

You can certainly get creative with the herbs when making your own pizza sauce. Here are some spices you can add to enhance the Italian seasonings. Season with love – sprinkle here, and sprinkle a little more there.

  • Basil
  • Oregano
  • Sage
  • Parsley
  • Marjoram
  • Thyme
  • Rosemary
  • Garlic Powder
This flavorful homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe is easy to make and is think enough to be used as a dipping sauce for breadsticks too! The Foodie Affair

Add the sauce on this no rise whole wheat pizza dough or Low Carb Pizza Dough with your favorite pizza toppings. Talk about an easy and delicious meal!

How to Make Low Carb Pizza Sauce

Since we don’t add any sugar to this recipe, we will only get the natural sweetness from the tomatoes in the puree. I promise that you won’t miss the extra carbs!

Here’s how to make this sauce.

First, in a medium saucepan over medium-high heat saute the diced onion in oil just until the onion softens. Add the garlic, stirring until fragrant.

Then, add the tomato puree, followed with the spices. Simmer for about 20 minutes. That’s it!

Sandra’s Tips

You want your sauce to be nice and thick. If you find that your sauce isn’t thickening up after simmering you can continue to simmer longer or add a couple tablespoons to tomato paste to help thicken the sauce up.

For extra spicy sauce, add more chili flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper.

Storage

Fresh pizza sauce can be stored in the refrigerator in an air tight container for up to a week. I use a glass mason jar with a plastic wide-mouth lid.

Low Carb Pizza Dough Recipe with caprese topping

FAQ’s

Can This Sauce Be Frozen?

Yes, make this pizza sauce in advance and freeze in 1/2 cup portions. I use a vacuum sealer, but any freezer safe ziplock bag or container can be used. Use within 3 months for the best tasting sauce. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.

Can Fresh Tomatoes Be Used In Place of Canned?

Yes. You will need about 2 pounds of tomatoes when substituting fresh tomatoes for canned in this recipe.

What To Serve With Sugar-Free Pizza Sauce

Do you have your sauce ready and ready to enjoy it right away? Be sure to check out these low carb recipes:

  • Low Carb Pizza Dough Recipe – homemade pizza with your favorite toppings for a customized low carb meal.
  • Keto Deep Dish Pizza – deep dish pizza make with fathead pizza dough. Just like Chicago-style!
  • Tortilla Pizza – easy 5 minute personal size pizza. Kids love to make their own pizzas with their favorite toppings.
  • Zucchini Sticks – delicious way to enjoy zucchini. The crunchy texture is paired with parmesan cheese.
  • Keto Raviolis – an Italian favorite dish made for low carb followers.
  • Baked Zucchini Chips – nice and crispy without the splatter from oil.
This flavorful homemade Pizza Sauce Recipe is easy to make and is think enough to be used as a dipping sauce for breadsticks too! The Foodie Affair

You also might like to try this tomato pie!

Fresh savory tomato pie topped with cheese, garlic and basil - The Foodie Affair
Pizza Sauce in a white bowl with blue spoon

Homemade Sugar-Free Pizza Sauce Recipe

Simple and flavorful pizza sauce for homemade pizza, or use as a dipping or marinara sauce.
4.72 from 7 votes
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Course: Sauce
Cuisine: Italian
Keyword: condiment, marinara, sauce
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 30 minutes
Servings: 3 cups
Calories: 52kcal
Author: Sandra Shaffer

Ingredients

  • 1 28 ounce Tomato Puree I use San Marzano or Muir Glen
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 1/2 cup onion diced
  • 3-4 garlic cloves diced
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes optional
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • Black pepper to taste

Instructions

  • Add oil to a medium saucepan and on medium-high heat cook onion until it begins to soften (1-2 minutes).
  • Add garlic and cook until fragrant.
  • Add the tomato puree and mix ingredients together.
  • Add salt, Italian seasoning, red pepper flakes (optional) salt and pepper. Reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.

Notes

Add a couple tablespoons of tomato paste to thicken the sauce up if needed. 
For extra spicy sauce, add more chili flakes or a dash of cayenne pepper.
To make your own tomato puree use 2 pounds of roma, plum, or san marzano tomatoes. Blanch to remove the skin (for a smooth texture) before adding in Step 3. 

Nutrition

Serving: 1/4 cup | Calories: 52kcal | Carbohydrates: 7g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 2g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 2g | Sodium: 195mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 4g

Disclaimer

Please note that the nutritional information provided are guidelines and may vary based on the brand of products used. For your specific nutritional goals use My Fitness Pal or Verywell Fit recipe calculators. All content within this site is not intended as medical diagnosis or treatment and should not be considered a substitute for professional medical expertise.

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15 Comments

  1. I am so tired of wasting good money on bad pizza! So I decided to make my own!! Love this recipe so I’m eager to go for it! Just one question. Home made dough or frozen? Thank You.

  2. I have tried to compose myself and resist licking my computer screen. I have reconciled that the only way to stop thinking about this pizza sauce is to make my own batch. Pizza is on the menu for Friday night. Thanks Sandra.. Pinned!

  3. I do love making homemade pizza about once or twice a month. Though I always make the dough from scratch, I am so guilty of using the jarred pizza sauce, lol! 😉 I definitely want to give your homemade pizza sauce a go soon next time.