Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce Recipe

ditch the jarred stuff! This unbelievably creamy and light tomato alfredo sauce is a weeknight dinner game-changer. Ready in just 15 minutes, it's incredibly versatile – toss it with your favorite pasta, then add grilled chicken, shrimp, salmon, or sauteed veggies for a complete and satisfying meal. The secret? A touch of cream cheese and mozzarella for a rich flavor without the heavy cream!

Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Calories 96.1 kcal
Protein 18g
Rating 5.0 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce

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How to Make Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce

  1. Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
  2. Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
  4. In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour until smooth.
  5. Pour the broth mixture into the skillet with the tomatoes. Stir in 4 ounces cream cheese, 2 tablespoons shredded mozzarella cheese, and 1/4 teaspoon black pepper.
  6. Cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly with a wire whisk, until the sauce has thickened to your desired consistency. Season with salt to taste.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

20 g

Sugar

10g

Fat

7g

Carbs

2g