This Trader Joe’s Pizza Sauce Recipe is a flavorful and easy recipe, which is made with tomato paste and Italian seasoning. It’s a no-fuss take on the classic, ready in about 5 minutes.
Jump to RecipeTrader Joe’s Pizza Sauce Recipe Ingredients
- 6 ounces tomato paste
- 15 ounces tomato sauce
- 1-2 Tablespoons dried oregano, to taste
- 2 Tablespoons Italian seasoning
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ½ Tablespoon garlic salt
- ¼ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
How To Make Trader Joe’s Pizza Sauce Recipe
- Combine the tomato base: In a medium-sized bowl, mix the tomato paste and tomato sauce together until smooth.
- Add seasonings: Add the oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, pepper, and optional sugar to the bowl.
- Stir and use: Stir everything together until the seasonings are evenly distributed throughout the sauce. Taste and adjust seasonings to your liking, then spread onto your favorite pizza dough.
Recipe Tips
- How to store homemade pizza sauce? You can store this sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks, or in the freezer for up to two months.
- Can I use fresh herbs instead of dried? Yes, you can use fresh herbs. The general rule is to use three times the amount of fresh herbs as you would dried (e.g., 6 tablespoons of fresh Italian herbs).
- What if I don’t have canned tomato sauce? In a pinch, you can use a can of diced tomatoes that have been blended until smooth.
- Is the sugar necessary? The sugar is optional, but it helps to cut the acidity of the tomatoes and enhances their natural flavor. You can also use a little honey instead.
What To Serve With Pizza Sauce
This is a versatile sauce perfect for any Italian-inspired dish.
- On homemade pizza dough
- As a base for calzones or stromboli
- As a dipping sauce for breadsticks, mozzarella sticks, or garlic bread
- Spread on English muffins or bagels for quick mini-pizzas
How To Store Pizza Sauce
- Refrigerate: Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. The sauce will thicken when chilled, so let it come to room temperature before using.
- Freeze: Store in an airtight, freezer-safe container for up to two months.
Pizza Sauce Nutrition Facts
- Serving: 2 Tablespoons
- Calories: 23.3kcal
- Carbohydrates: 5.4g
- Protein: 1g
- Fat: 0.2g
- Sodium: 479.1mg
- Potassium: 237.8mg
- Fiber: 1.2g
- Sugar: 3g
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
FAQs
The tomato paste is a key ingredient because it makes the pizza sauce thick. This helps prevent the pizza dough from becoming soggy.
Yes! This is a completely no-cook recipe. All you have to do is stir the ingredients together in a bowl, making it incredibly quick and easy.
If you don’t have garlic salt, you can substitute it with an extra ¼ teaspoon of garlic powder plus ½ to 1 teaspoon of regular sea salt, to taste.
Try More Recipes:
- Trader Joe’s Sweet Chili Sauce Recipe
- Trader Joe’s Mushroom Soup Recipe
- Trader Joe’s Miso Ramen Soup Recipe
Trader Joe’s Pizza Sauce Recipe
Course: SauceCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy24
servings5
minutes23.3
kcalA rich, thick, and flavorful homemade pizza sauce that is completely no-cook and ready in just 5 minutes.
Ingredients
6 ounces tomato paste
15 ounces tomato sauce
1-2 Tbsp dried oregano
2 Tbsp Italian seasoning
½ tsp garlic powder
½ tsp onion powder
½ Tbsp garlic salt
¼ tsp black pepper
1 tsp sugar (optional)
Directions
- Mix tomato paste and tomato sauce in a bowl until smooth.
- Add all the remaining ingredients: oregano, Italian seasoning, garlic powder, onion powder, garlic salt, pepper, and sugar.
- Stir until everything is evenly combined.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed.
- Spread on pizza dough and enjoy!
Notes
- The tomato paste is crucial for a thick sauce that won’t make your pizza soggy.
- This sauce can be easily stored in the fridge or freezer for future pizza nights.
- For a less bold flavor, start with less of the dried seasonings and add more to your preference.
- Using a red spatula or a metal spoon will prevent your kitchen tools from getting stained by the tomato sauce.
