My Nonna’s Best Low Sodium Pizza Sauce Recipe (2025)

In this article, I’m sharing the best low sodium pizza sauce recipe my Nonna taught me, so you can enjoy a healthier heart without sacrificing flavor.

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What kind of pizza do you like—New York style or Chicago style? Or are you a Neapolitan purist? Deep dish or thin crust? And pineapple—love it or hate it? These are the age-old pizza debates that can spark passionate arguments over everyone’s favorite food, especially during homemade pizza night around large pizzas for friends and family.

A fantastic pizza is one of those things that brings people from all walks of life together.

But many store-bought pizza sauces are loaded with sodium, and too much salt can be risky — according to Healthline. As someone recently diagnosed with high blood pressure, I’ve been watching my sodium intake like a hawk.

That’s why I love this low sodium pizza sauce recipe. It’s a simple way to cut back on salt without giving up one of my favorite foods.

It takes just five minutes to mix up, and you can spread it over any pizza you choose. It’s quick, simple, and full of antioxidants from tomatoes, herbs, and spices—just like my Nonna used to make.

Ingredients

This section contains the full set of ingredients for my Nonna’s low sodium pizza sauce receipe.

Red Sauce Ingredients

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Here’s how you can make your own sauce with lower sodium.

• 2 tablespoons of this exact no-salt-added tomato paste made by Hunts
• 1 cup of Hunts no salt added tomato sauce
• 1 level teaspoon of powdered garlic
• 1/4 of a teaspoon of dried onion powder
• 1 teaspoon oregano
• 1 teaspoon fresh basil and fresh garlic
• 1⁄4 teaspoon of black pepper and/or Italian seasoning

Hunts is the “special sauce” here. You can try substituting your own favorite brand, but Nonna would not be happy.

Pizza Dough Crust Ingredients

My Nonna’s low sodium pizza sauce recipe has a delicious crust with just right amount of crunch.

• 1 1⁄2 cups of all-purpose flour in white
• 1 (2 1/4 teaspoon) package of dry yeast
• 2 teaspoons sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 cup of water at normal temperature

Topping Ingredients

You can modify Nonna’s low sodium pizza sauce recipe with your own toppings, just go easy on the saltier topping like pepporini or ham.

• Garlic powder combined with melted becel salt-free margarine
• Your choice of veggies, meat, and toppings for the pizza.
• 1 (200g) box pc goat’s milk mozzarella cheese
• Red pepper flakes that have been crushed.

Directions

Follow the directions in the order presented to slay my Nonna’s low sodium pizza sauce recipe.

#1 – Combine all ingredients in a small saucepan.

#2 – Keep stirring intermittently while simmering on low for the next 15 minutes.

#3 – Take the sauce off the stove and put it to the side to cool down.

#4 – Chop the cheese, and make the toppings (vegetables and meat), then set them aside.

#5 – Spray a pizza pan with cooking spray that prevents sticking, and then set it aside.

#6 – Mix sugar, warm water, and yeast in a bowl. Let sit for 8 minutes. The mixture ought to begin to froth ever so little.

#7 – Flour, yeast mixture, and olive oil should be combined in a large mixing dish. Mix well.

#8 – Mix until mixed. You might need to add flour or water to the mixture in order to keep it at a dry or moist consistency that is manageable for your purposes.

#9 – Once everything is well combined, shape it into a ball.

#10 – On a surface dusted with flour, take up the ball of dough and forcefully drop it many times.

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#11 – Knead the dough for two minutes with floured hands, trying to use as little flour as possible.

#12 – Put a ball of dough in the middle of the pizza pan.

#13 – Applying pressure with the palm of your hand, spread the dough out to the pan’s edges.

#14 – Make a thumbprint along the outer border of the crust.

#15 – Put the pan in an oven that has been warmed to 425 degrees Fahrenheit for ten minutes, then take it out.

#16 – Combine melted margarine and an insignificant quantity of garlic powder in a low-volume bowl.

#17 – The outside border of the crust should have the margarine and garlic mixture brushed on it.

#18 – On the pizza, begin by spreading the sauce, covered by the crushed red pepper flakes, shredded cheese, and finally, the toppings of your choosing.

#19 – Bake for 20 to 25 minutes in an oven that has been preheated to 425 degrees Fahrenheit.

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Benefits of Low-Sodium Pizza Sauce

Making your own sauce at home is my favorite way to enjoy a healthy pizza recipe. This low sodium pizza sauce recipe keeps it simple and affordable without the additional cost of store-bought options.

✅ Control the sodium
Skip the salt overload in store-bought sauce and keep your blood pressure in check with this easy pizza sauce recipe.

✅ Simple, healthy ingredients
Using fresh tomatoes (just like you would for pasta sauce, spaghetti sauce, or marinara sauce) ensures natural flavor, plus vitamin C, vitamin K, potassium, and folate.

✅ Fresh onion for flavor and nutrition
Add fresh onion for extra depth and antioxidants, keeping your sauce hearty and wholesome.

✅ Boost your immune system
Vitamin C strengthens immunity and helps fight off infections — whether you’re making just pizza or a full Italian spread.

✅ Add oregano for extra benefits
Oregano’s carvacrol helps regulate blood sugar, making it perfect for everything from a casual night in to a keto pizza crust recipe creation.

✅ Rich antioxidants like lycopene
Tomatoes bring lycopene to your sauce, protecting cells from free radicals and reducing inflammation.

✅ Cook for perfect consistency
Simmer over medium heat or try a slow cooker for hands-off ease and that perfect consistency every time.

✅ Flavor upgrades without extra salt
Splash in a bit of red wine or top your pizza with bold flavors like swiss cheese for richness — no sodium overload required!

And to build an even healthier pizza, top it off with lean proteins like chicken, shrimp, oysters, turkey, or salmon for extra nutrition without extra calories.

Conclusion: Less Sodium, Great Taste

In conclusion, making your own low sodium pizza sauce recipe isn’t just a fun kitchen project — it’s a smart step toward a healthier lifestyle. With simple ingredients that add fiber, vitamins, minerals, and even a bit of protein, this homemade sauce is a delicious alternative to the salty store-bought pizza sauces and frozen or delivery options.

Better yet, it keeps the sodium low and the flavor high — just like my nonna used to make it! My nonna passed this recipe down to me before she passed away, and though she’s no longer with us, every time I make this sauce, it feels like a little piece of her is still at the table. 

I hope this original recipe helped you stick to your low sodium diet. Until next time, enjoy your pizza!

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