Just eight ingredients, five minutes and a blender are all you need to make a fast, fresh pizza sauce you’ll reach for every time. No cooking required — and it’s easy to freeze for later.
We eat pizza at home a lot — lately it’s become my go-to dinner when I’m unsure what to make. When you make pizza frequently, having a reliable sauce on hand makes the process faster and more satisfying. Store-bought sauce is convenient, but this blender-based homemade version is just as easy and tastes fresher.
This recipe pairs well with thin crust and no-rise doughs, and it produces a generous batch you can divide and freeze for future pizza nights. The sauce comes together in five minutes with simple pantry staples: diced tomatoes, tomato paste, olive oil, garlic, parmesan, a touch of sugar, and dried herbs.
Many traditional pizza sauces require long simmering, but this recipe skips the stove without sacrificing flavor. The blender gives a smooth texture and the short resting time helps the flavors meld. If you’re in a hurry you can use it right away — but refrigerating for an hour improves the depth of flavor.
This homemade sauce stores well: keep it refrigerated for up to a week or freeze portions for up to six months. It’s versatile and bright, perfect for classic cheese pizzas, pepperoni, veggie-topped pies, or as a base for calzones and pizza rolls.
Homemade Pizza Sauce
Quick, fresh, and versatile pizza sauce made in a blender with pantry staples. Ready in five minutes.
5 minutes
5 minutes
Ingredients
- 1 can (28oz, 796mL) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (5.5oz, 156mL) tomato paste
- 2 tablespoons (30mL) olive oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons shredded parmesan cheese
- 2 teaspoons (0.3oz, 8.5g) granulated sugar
- 1/2 teaspoon dried basil
- 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor. Blend until smooth, scraping down the sides as needed.
- For best flavor, refrigerate in a sealed container for at least one hour to allow the flavors to meld. It can be used immediately if you’re in a hurry.
- Store in the refrigerator for up to one week or freeze in portions for up to six months.
Notes
Adapted from a family recipe. This batch yields about 4 cups—enough for several pizzas or to freeze for future use.
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Nutrition Information:
Yield:
16
Serving Size:
1/4 cup
Amount Per Serving:
Calories: 31
Total Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0g
Trans Fat: 0g
Unsaturated Fat: 2g
Cholesterol: 0mg
Sodium: 31mg
Carbohydrates: 3g
Fiber: 1g
Sugar: 2g
Protein: 1g
Nutrition information is an estimate based on the ingredients used.