This is the low carb pizza sauce you’ve been waiting for. Missing pizza night, your favorite Italian dish , or one of your favorite appetizers ? No need to skip your favorites when living a low carb lifestyle. Not only is this keto , its just GREAT. Healthy, no-cook, 5 ingredient keto pizza sauce that the whole family will love.
What Makes This Low Carb Pizza Sauce SO Good?
- Low Carb - 3 net carbs per serving
- Sugar-Free - No added sugar
- Gluten-Free - Only 5 ingredients
- Flavorful - Seasoned with a perfect blend of spices
- Easy - Simple no-cook recipe
- Fast - Done in less than 5 minutes
How Many Net Carbs Are In Sugar Free Pizza Sauce?
This simple sugar free pizza sauce only has 4 total carbs and 3 net carbs. With that kind of flavor with so little carbs, who could turn it down?
Can I Eat Tomato Sauce OnKeto?
Wait, are tomatoes low carb ?
While tomatoes may not be the lowest in carbs, you can still eat tomato sauce on Keto in moderation. As long as the carbohydrates fit in your macros , this recipe is keto-friendly.
In case of this keto pizza sauce, it’s not like you’re guzzling it down by the glass (or maybe you are, I’m not judging!). So given the portion control, you should be just fine with eating this either as a pizza sauce or as a good marinara over low carb pasta or zoodles.
How To Make Low Carb Pizza Sauce
- Prep. Collect all ingredients.
- Combine. Add the following ingredients into your blender :
- Fire Roasted Tomatoes
- Garlic Cloves
- Dried Oregano
- Dried Basil, Or fresh, chopped basil
- Kosher Salt
- crushed red pepper
- fennel seeds
Blend. Mix until the ingredients are the desired consistency.
Serve.
What To Eat With This Low Carb Marinara
This low carb pizza sauce is so delicious you’ll want to eat it with a spoon. While instant gratification is great, there are so many other delicious things to eat this sauce with and in:
- Keto Pizza Casserole
- Cauliflower Breadsticks
- Keto Cheese Muffins
- Low Carb Pizza
- Cauliflower Chaffles
- Zucchini Chaffles
- Low Carb Lasagna
- Zucchini Lasagna
- Zoodles
Can You Freeze Keto Pizza Sauce?
Not only can you freeze this keto pizza sauce , you should make a double batch so you have some to freeze for later.
Tips for freezing this keto tomato sauce :
- Spoon sauce into souper cubes for larger amounts of leftover low carb marinara . Freeze cubes, pop out of the molds, and store in a freezer-safe bag.
- For smaller, snack-size quantities, spoon into ice cube trays and then store in a freezer-safe bag.
Frozen keto pizza sauce can be kept safely for up to 3 months in the freezer.
Tips And Tricks For Making Keto Pizza Sauce
- Use your favorite variety of tomatoes, just make sure they’re don’t have any added sugar for the best marinara sauce .
- Blend your tomatoes to the desired consistency. You may prefer this low carb pizza sauce thicker or smoother depending on its end purpose.
- Double this recipe and freeze half for impromptu pizza night or snacking.
Want More Keto Sauces?
- Cilantro Pesto
- Gochujang Mayo
- Tomatillo Salsa
- Jalapeno Cilantro Dressing
- Easy Keto Mustard Salad Dressing
This low carb pizza sauce is so easy, delicious, and versatile. So, whether you decide to eat keto pizza sauce on your next low carb pizza recipe, as a dipping sauce, or over zoodles, you are guaranteed to be satisfied. If you love this as much as I do, make sure you share it with your friends on Facebook or pin to make it again later.
Low Carb Pizza Sauce
Equipment
- VITAMIX BLENDER
Ingredients
- ▢ 15 oz Fire Roasted Tomatoes
- ▢ 3 Garlic Cloves
- ▢ 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- ▢ 1/2 tsp Dried Basil , Or 2 teaspoons fresh, chopped basil
- ▢ 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- ▢ 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
- ▢ 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into blender
- Blend to desired consistency
- Eat
Tips And Trick For Making Keto Pizza Sauce
- Use your favorite variety of tomatoes, just make sure they’re don’t have any added sugar for the best marinara sauce .
- Blend your tomatoes to the desired consistency. You may prefer this low carb pizza sauce thicker or smoother depending on its end purpose.
- Double this recipe and freeze half for impromptu pizza night or snacking.
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Originally Published May 18, 2020
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Low Carb Pizza Sauce
Ingredients
- 15 oz Fire Roasted Tomatoes
- 3 Garlic Cloves
- 1 tsp Dried Oregano
- 1/2 tsp Dried Basil Or 2 teaspoons fresh, chopped basil
- 1/2 tsp Kosher Salt
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper
- 1/4 tsp fennel seeds
Instructions
- Place all ingredients into blender
- Blend to desired consistency
- Eat
Tips And Trick For Making Keto Pizza Sauce
- Use your favorite variety of tomatoes, just make sure they’re don’t have any added sugar for the best marinara sauce .
- Blend your tomatoes to the desired consistency. You may prefer this low carb pizza sauce thicker or smoother depending on its end purpose.
- Double this recipe and freeze half for impromptu pizza night or snacking.
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One of the easiest things to cook is Air Fryer Bacon. If you haven’t tried these bacon in air fryer tips and tricks, today is the day to start!
Why You’ll Love These Bacon In Air Fryer Instructions
So many reasons why! Let me list a few
- Hands off. You put the bacon in there, you walk away, and you come back to perfectly crisp Air Fryer bacon.
- It’s pretty fast . It takes less time than preheating the oven and baking.
- No splatters . It makes clean up so much easier. Best of all, just put everything in the dishwasher for even faster cleanup.
- Even cooking. No burned edges, and soggy middles.
- Crisp but not fatty. The fat drips down in the bottom of the tray so your bacon isn’t fat-logged, just perfectly cooked.
Best of all, because the fat is at the bottom of the pan? You can still collect it later and save it for future use. I always have a small 1-pint mason jar to save bacon grease. Just pour the hot grease into the jar before it congeals. It is pure goodness, people.
Is Bacon Good For You?
Bacon is good for your soul! Bacon is what dreams are made of, or at least my dreams anyway. It’s the meat that smells so good when it cooks it will get you out of bed in the morning.
But, is it good for your body?
Calories . Bacon is surprisingly low in calories since most of the fat is usually cooked off. Bacon has about 43 calories per cooked slice. Turkey bacon has about 30 calories per cooked slice.
Keto advantages . If you’re currently living a Keto lifestyle , or have in the past, you know that bacon is the golden meat of Keto . It’s high in protein and the bacon grease makes an excellent fat source .
Taste . You can’t beat the taste of a perfectly cooked piece of bacon. This is why Air Fryer bacon is so incredible. All the desirable taste, and none of the fuss and mess of traditional cooking methods .
What’s That Smell?
While the air fryer is notorious for muting the smell of certain foods while they’re cooking, you can still smell the bacon while it is in the air fryer.
But if you’re anything like me or my kids, there’s nothing like bacon to get the whole family out of bed on a lazy weekend morning.
Ingredients You’ll Need
Bacon. Yep, that’s it. You’ll just need bacon and an air fryer to make this incredibly easy air fryer bacon.
A slice of bread (optional). This is to soak up some of the fat that is released during the cooking cycle. But if you don’t have a piece of bread (low carb foodies understand that struggle) just use a piece of aluminum foil in your air fryer basket to prevent the renderings from hitting the hot tray.
Save yourself all of the extra ingredients and cleanup time. All you’ll need is an air fryer, bacon, and a slice of bread (or aluminum foil) to get the perfect breakfast protein.
How Long Does It Take To Cook Bacon In The Air Fryer?
I love how perfectly crisp bacon turns out when it is cooked in the oven. Unfortunately, the time it takes to preheat the oven before you even begin to cook can be frustrating if you’re in a hurry.
That’s why I decided it was time to give it a shot in the air fryer . Plus I absolutely ADORE my air fryer, so why not use it?
In as little as 8-10 minutes you can have perfectly cooked air fryer bacon!
How To Air Fry Bacon
- Layer . Layer the bacon in the air fryer basket. You can overlap the slices a bit because that bacon is going to shrink and shrink. You can also cut the bacon into fourths, allowing you to fit more bacon in the air fryer. This also allows the bacon to cook more evenly.
- Air Fry. Set your air fryer to 400F for 10 minutes. You should have not have to flip the bacon at all. Didn’t I tell you it would be easy??
- Adjust . If you use very thick bacon it will take longer. In contrast, thinner bacon will get done faster. Many times I find turkey bacon cooks up in about 7-8 minutes so keep an eye on it from time to time.
- Drain . Remove the bacon on to a plate covered with paper towels, and let it drain. If you can be patient enough that is!
- Cleanup . You can carefully pour the bacon grease from the foil sheet into a mason jar . If I have a very small amount I save it on the countertop. Otherwise, I like to save it in the fridge so it’s there when I feel I must have it right now! Just use a paper towel to wipe up the grease after pouring the grease into a jar and soak the basket in hot soapy water for 20 minutes. Rinse and it’s good to go.
NOTE: If the soak doesn’t work the first time, There’s no need to scrub the basket. Just give it another soak or throw it in the dishwasher and let it do all the work for you.
How To Prevent Your Air Fryer From Smoking While Cooking Bacon
Air Fryer bacon doesn’t create any more smoke than cooking it on the stovetop, that’s for sure.
But there are a few options for reducing the smoke even further.
- Water . Put a little bit of water in the bottom pan/basket of the air fryer. You put some water in it, you put the bacon on the rack/grill part of the basket, and you have at it.
- Bread . Place pieces of bread at the bottom and let them soak up all that lovely grease!
- Foil . I would not recommend parchment paper if you plan to use the bacon grease, as it is very hard to pour it out of a sheet of parchment. You are better off using foil to gather than bacon fat instead when making Air Fryer Bacon.
How To Cook Bacon In The Oven
Depending on who you ask, it can be even easier than air fryer bacon. You can actually cook an entire giant package at a time. You also get very little smoke from this method and once again, it’s fairly hands-off and cleanup is easy.
- Gather your equipment . You will need a large baking sheet and an oven rack .
- Line with foil . I like to line the baking sheet with foil or a silicone mat before putting the rack and the bacon on there. I find this really helps with cleanup.
- Cook at 425F for 15-18 minutes.
- Adjust . If you use very thick bacon it will take longer. In contrast, thinner bacon will get done faster. Many times I find turkey bacon cooks up in about 10-12 minutes so keep an eye on it from time to time.
- Drain . Remove the bacon on to a plate covered with paper towels, and let it drain. If you can be patient enough that is!
- Cleanup . You can carefully pour the bacon grease from the foil sheet into a mason jar . If I have a very small amount I save it on the countertop. Otherwise, I like to save it in the fridge so it’s there when I feel I must have it right now!
What To Make With Air Fryer Bacon
Cooked bacon is a versatile ingredient that can add a delicious smoky flavor and crispy texture to a variety of dishes. Here are some recipes where you can incorporate your air fried bacon:
- Breakfast Tacos - Warm soft tortillas filled with scrambled eggs, crumbled cooked bacon, shredded cheese, and a dollop of salsa or sour cream. Garnish with fresh cilantro or chives.
- Bacon and Spinach Salad - Combine fresh spinach, sliced hard-boiled eggs, crumbled bacon, and cherry tomatoes. Toss with a vinaigrette dressing and top with shaved Parmesan cheese.
- Bacon, Lettuce, and Tomato Sandwich (BLT )- Toast your favorite bread and layer with mayonnaise, lettuce, sliced tomatoes, and cooked bacon. Add a twist with avocado slices or a fried egg.
- Twice Baked Sweet Potatoes -Top baked sweet potatoes with sour cream, chives, shredded cheese, and crumbled bacon. For extra flavor, add a sprinkle of Cajun seasoning or garlic powder.
How Long Does It Last?
Air fryer bacon, once cooked, can last in the refrigerator for about 4 to 5 days if stored properly. To maximize its shelf life, you should store the bacon in a shallow airtight container or wrap it tightly with aluminum foil or plastic wrap. This will help to prevent the bacon from drying out and preserve its flavor and texture.
Can You Freeze It?
If you want to store the bacon for a longer period, you can freeze it. Properly stored, cooked bacon can last in the freezer for 2 to 3 months. To freeze bacon, wrap it in heavy-duty aluminum foil or freezer wrap, or place it in freezer bags.
When you’re ready to use the frozen bacon, thaw it in the refrigerator and then reheat it in the microwave, oven, or back in the air fryer.
More Recipes Using Bacon
- Air Fried Green Beans and Bacon - easy and delicious!
- Mushrooms with Bacon - not air fried, but super simple.
- Swiss Chard with Bacon - done in a few minutes on the stovetop.
- Cauliflower Mac-N-Cheese with Bacon and Jalapenos - as good as it sounds.
- Tacos De Alambre - all the taco flavor plus bacon.
- Easy Baked Chicken Poppers - easy Keto meal or appetizer.
- Brussels Sprouts with Bacon - made with yummy caramelized onions.
- Philly Cheesesteak - Not traditionally served with bacon, but it’s delicious.
- Air Fryer Turkey Bacon - A healthier twist on breakfast.
Air fried bacon is going to be your new favorite way to cook bacon. You’ll soon be free of grease splatters, and will have a belly full of crispy bacon instead.
Air Fryer Bacon
Equipment
- PHILLIPS AIR FRYER
- Silicone Tongs
- HALF PINT WIDE MOUTH MASON JARS
Ingredients
- ▢ 8 slices Bacon
Instructions
Layer the bacon in the air fryer basket. You can overlap the slices a bit because that bacon is going to shrink and shrink.
Set your air fryer to 400F for 10 minutes. You should have not have to flip the bacon at all.
If you use very thick bacon it will take longer. In contrast, thinner bacon will get done faster. Many times I find turkey bacon cooks up in about 7-8 minutes so keep an eye on it from time to time.
Remove the bacon on to a plate covered with paper towels, and let it drain.
You can carefully pour the bacon grease from the foil sheet into a mason jar .
Water . Put a little bit of water in the bottom pan/basket of the air fryer. You put some water in it, you put the bacon on the rack/grill part of the basket, and you have at it.
Bread . Place pieces of bread at the bottom and let them soak up all that lovely grease!
Foil . I would not recommend parchment paper if you plan to use the bacon grease, as it is very hard to pour it out of a sheet of parchment. You are better off using foil to gather than bacon fat instead.
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Nutrition
Originally Published January 20, 2020
And don’t forget to check out my air fryer cookbooks! Every day easy air fryer , and Air Fryer Revolution .
