Carrot Pasta Sauce
This Carrot Pasta Sauce is a delicious and nutritious way to add more veggies to your meal. The smooth texture and natural sweetness of the carrots result in a sauce that is sure to be a hit at your dinner table.
Pasta is a popular food choice for kids, and incorporating pureed vegetables into pasta sauces is an excellent way to boost the nutritional value of your meal. The variations are endless, from mixed veggie pasta sauce to cauliflower mac and cheese, butternut squash mac and cheese, and avocado spinach pasta.
If you love vegetable-based pasta sauces then this carrot pasta sauce is a must-try.
REASONS TO LOVE THIS SAUCE
Nutrition - This carrot sauce is a nutrient-dense sauce that provides a range of vitamins and minerals, making it a great addition to pasta.
Simple Ingredients: Made from simple, wholesome ingredients.
Flavour - Roasted carrots and onions give this sauce a wonderful natural sweetness with a rich flavour. The sweetness of the vegetables is balanced by the savoury flavours of garlic, stock/broth and tomato paste.
Great for Picky Eaters - The sauce is pureed to a smooth consistency, which is more appealing to those who do not like finding chunks of vegetables in their food.
Make-Ahead - Carrot pasta sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator or freezer for later use, making it a convenient option for busy weeknights.
INGREDIENT INFORMATION (AND ALTERNATIVE SUGGESTIONS)
For the full recipe, with ingredient amounts, scroll to the recipe card at the bottom of the post.
Carrots - Choose ones that are firm with bright orange colour.
Onion - I've used red, which has a less intense flavour but the choice of onion is a personal preference.
Garlic - Adds a lovely rich, savoury flavour to the sauce.
Chicken/ Vegetable Stock/Broth - Helps thin the sauce and adds flavour. To keep sodium levels down use homemade chicken stock or homemade vegetable stock or buy low sodium.
Tomato Paste - Adds a robust and tangy taste to the sauce and helps balance out the sweetness of the carrots and onions.
Olive Oil - Used to roast the vegetables in.
Salt &Pepper - Seasoning should be skipped if making for a baby/toddler.
Parmesan cheese & Parsley (garnish) - Parmesan adds a lovely umami taste to the carrot sauce and helps to enhance the other flavours in the dish. Parsley adds a burst of freshness. Read More…
