Raw Vegan Marinara Sauce
Raw vegan marinara sauce is a delicious and healthy tomato-based sauce that is easy to make and can be used as a topping for a variety of dishes.
Ingredients
1 1/2 roma tomatoes
1 1/2 sun-dried tomatoes, soaked
4 pitted dates, soaked and drained
1/2 cup fresh basil
2 tablespoons fresh squeezed lemon juice
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil
1 shallot, chopped
2 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tablespoon fresh oregano
1 teaspoon dried onion powder
1 teaspoon Italian seasoning
1/2 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black peppercorns
Preparation
Soak the sun-dried tomatoes and pitted dates in water for 20-30 minutes to soften them.
Once soaked, combine the soaked sun-dried tomatoes, Roma tomatoes, soaked and drained pitted dates, fresh basil, fresh-squeezed lemon juice, extra-virgin olive oil, chopped shallot, chopped garlic, fresh oregano, dried onion powder, Italian seasoning, sea salt, and fresh ground black peppercorns in a blender or food processor.
Blend all the ingredients until they are well combined and a smooth sauce forms.
Serve the raw vegan marinara sauce immediately as a dip or use it as a topping for zucchini noodles or any other raw or cooked dish.
Note: The recipe can be easily customized by adjusting the seasonings to your liking. Additionally, the sauce can be stored in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4-5 days.
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