This easy, no-cook pizza sauce is our go-to for DIY pizza nights, last-minute dinners, and even a quick dipping sauce for breadsticks. Plus, it's ready in 5 minutes! Once you try it, store-bought sauce just won’t taste the same.
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I’m a big believer in family-time rituals. They build strong bonds and connections with kids of all ages. So, depending on our schedules, Friday or Saturday is our pizza and movie night.
My kids pick out the movie, and we make homemade pizzas together.
We all get hands-on in the kitchen, dicing, slicing, and spreading out the toppings. There’s lots of flexibility and creativity when making pizza, from the crust to the toppings.
It’s a big, delicious mess — and with a large family, there are lots of cooks in the kitchen — but it’s something I wouldn’t trade for anything.
It’s become a treasured tradition we look forward to every week. It’s also amazing for team-building and connecting — a win-win. And there are even leftovers for breakfast or lunch the following day. Does it get any better than that?
This homemade pizza sauce recipe is at the heart of our family tradition, making pizza nights deliciously memorable.
Why you'll love this Easy Pizza Sauce Recipe
- Simple ingredients, big flavor.
- Budget-friendly.
- Perfect for a busy weeknight dinner or as part of a more elaborate meal.
- No cooking required!
- Versatile to suit your taste.
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In the kitchen tips
- For the best flavor, use fresh tomato sauce and freshly ground spices.
- Adjust the seasoning to your taste, adding more or less of each ingredient as desired.
- Store any leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week or freeze for longer storage.
- This sauce isn’t just for pizza! Use it as a dipping sauce, in pasta, or over grilled vegetables — it’s a quick pizza sauce with endless possibilities.
Making ahead, storing, reheating, and freezing
- Making ahead: Prepare the sauce and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
- Storing: Keep the sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator.
- Reheating: Warm the sauce on the stovetop over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until heated through.
- Freezing: Freeze the sauce in small portions using ice cube trays (quickly add a burst of flavor to dishes like pastas to soups) or freezer-safe containers or bags. Thaw in the refrigerator overnight before using.
Love sauce recipes? Try my coconut milk pasta sauce, creamy tomato sauce, and this hearty marinara sauce.
Easy Homemade Pizza Sauce (No-Cook) FAQs
Store the pizza sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days or freeze in small portions for up to three months.
Absolutely! Feel free to adjust the herbs and spices to suit your taste. Add more garlic for a stronger flavor or a touch more of maple syrup if you like your sauce sweeter.
Besides using it on pizza, you can use leftover sauce as a base for pasta dishes, a dipping sauce for breadsticks, or a topping for grilled vegetables.
I can’t wait for you to try this recipe! If you make it, tag @becomingyouwithjulie on Instagram — I’d love to see yours! And if you have a sec, a quick comment or rating helps more than you know. Thanks so much for being here! 💛
📖 Recipe
No-Cook Pizza Sauce
Ingredients
- (1) 15-ounce can tomato sauce
- ¾ teaspoon maple syrup
- ¾ teaspoon oregano
- ¾ teaspoon basil
- ¾ teaspoon onion powder
- ¾ teaspoon garlic powder
- ¾ teaspoon nutritional yeast
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon fennel, optional
- ½ teaspoon crushed red chili pepper, optional and adjust to taste
- Drizzle of olive oil, optional, extra virgin
Instructions
- In a medium-sized bowl, add all ingredients. Stir to combine. If desired, taste and adjust seasoning to your liking. Use immediately or store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 5 days.
Notes
- Optionally, let the sauce rest in the refrigerator for a few hours to help the flavors develop.
- A drizzle of extra virgin olive oil adds richness and helps carry the flavors of the herbs and spices throughout the sauce.
- For a more pronounced flavor, increase each seasoning by ¼ teaspoon.
Nutrition
Julie Gaeta is a plant-based recipe creator, certified Integrative Nutrition Health Coach, and mom of nine who's been plant-based for over 20 years. She's cooked approximately 4,382 pots of beans and can't vacation without her juicer and pasta pot. Her work has been featured in HuffPost, Yahoo, YourTango, and other major outlets. She helps others simplify wellness and feel good again through her blog, coaching, and weekly newsletter.
Julie Gaeta says
Such an easy favorite that makes pizza night easy and always crowd-pleasing!