This fresh and tangy tomato and red onion sauce is the perfect accompaniment to pasta, grilled meats, or even as a dip for bread. Made with ripe tomatoes, red onions, garlic, and a few simple herbs and spices, this sauce is bursting with flavor and can be easily made in under 30 minutes. It's a versatile and crowd-pleasing recipe that will elevate any dish.
Ingredients
- 4 ripe tomatoes, diced
- 1 red onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped
Directions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat.
- Add the chopped red onion and minced garlic to the skillet and sauté until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes, dried oregano, dried basil, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper to the skillet. Stir well to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the sauce simmer for 15-20 minutes, until the tomatoes have softened and the flavors have melded together.
- Remove the skillet from the heat and stir in the fresh basil leaves.
- Allow the sauce to cool slightly before serving. Serve over cooked pasta or use as a dipping sauce for bread.
- Enjoy!
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