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

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Adapted from Food.com, then tested & standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce

Extra Virgin Olive Oil
Minced Garlic Cloves
Roma Tomatoes
Chicken Broth
1 tablespoon all-purpose flour
Fat Free Cream Cheese
Part Skim Mozzarella Cheese
Fresh Ground Pepper

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How to Make Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a nonstick skillet over medium heat.
Add 2 cloves minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes and cook for 1 minute.
In a small bowl, whisk together 1/4 cup chicken broth and 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour until smooth.
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.
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

Carbs

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Frequently Asked Questions

How long does it take to make Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce?

Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce takes about 20 minutes from start to finish — roughly 5 minutes to prepare and 15 minutes to cook.

How many calories are in Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce?

Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce has approximately 96.1 calories per serving, with about 18 g protein, 2 g carbohydrates and 5 g fat.

What ingredients do I need for Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce?

The key ingredients for Very Low Fat Tomato Alfredo Sauce are Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Minced Garlic Cloves, Roma Tomatoes, Chicken Broth, Flour, Fat Free Cream Cheese. See the full list with measurements above.