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7-Ingredient Simple Marinara Dip (GF, DF, VG)

November 22, 2020

7-Ingredient Simple Marinara Dip (GF, DF, VG)This post may contain affiliate links. Please see my disclosure policy. As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases.

By now, it’s no secret that I have a thing for anything pizza! Whether that be calzones, deep dish Chicago pizza, thin crust, thick crust — you name it, I’m down!  I think it’s because I grew up on Domino’s Pepperoni Pizza? 

Anyways, is anyone else a BIG fan of the mozzarella + marinara combo?? For the longest time, I’ve been on the lookout for the perfect (simple!) Marinara dipping sauce, and we’ve made 8 different versions to date — and have landed on THE ONE!

This Simple Marinara Dip uses 7 staple ingredients and is SO flavorful! Honestly, the PERFECT dip for mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, and so much more! Gluten-free and vegetarian (+ can be made dairy-free and vegan!)

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1 What You Need to Make Simple Marinara Dip
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2 How to Make Simple Marinara Dip
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4 7-Ingredient Simple Marinara Dip (GF, V)
4.1 Ingredients
4.2 Instructions

What You Need to Make Simple Marinara Dip

  •  ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 
  • ½ tsp garlic powder 
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 (28 oz) can Italian tomatoes, crushed 
  • ⅛ tsp sugar (optional) 
  • 8-10 leaves fresh basil, chopped 
  • fresh parmesan, grated 
  • salt and pepper, to taste 
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How to Make Simple Marinara Dip

  1. In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. 
  2. Add the tomato paste and garlic powder, then stir for 2 minutes. 
  3. Add in the Italian tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar and chopped basil. Bring the mixture to a boil. 
  4. Turn the heat to low, then simmer for 30 minutes, or until the marinara sauce has thickened. 
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
  6. Pour the dip mixture into a serving bowl, then sprinkle with grated parmesan.
  7. Serve immediately, or keep the dip covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.

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bowl of marinara dip sauce

7-Ingredient Simple Marinara Dip (GF, V)

DWELL by Michelle
This Simple Marinara Dip uses 7 staple ingredients and is SO flavorful! Honestly, the PERFECT dip for mozzarella sticks, pizza bites, and so much more! Gluten-free and vegetarian (+ can be made dairy-free and vegan!)
5 from 6 votes
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Prep Time 5 mins
Cook Time 35 mins
Total Time 40 mins
Course Appetizer, Snack
Cuisine Italian
Servings 10 servings
Calories 56 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • ¼ cup extra-virgin olive oil 
  • ½ tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 (28 oz) can Italian tomatoes , crushed
  • ⅛ tsp sugar (optional)
  • 8-10 leaves fresh basil , chopped
  • fresh parmesan , grated (omit if DF/VG)
  • salt and pepper , to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a large saucepan, heat the olive oil over medium heat. 
  • Add the tomato paste and garlic powder, then stir for 2 minutes. 
  • Add in the Italian tomatoes, salt, pepper, sugar and chopped basil. Bring the mixture to a boil. 
  • Turn the heat to low, then simmer for 30 minutes, or until the marinara sauce has thickened. 
  • Taste and adjust seasonings, if needed.
  • Pour the dip mixture into a serving bowl, then sprinkle with grated parmesan.
  • Serve immediately, or keep the dip covered in the fridge for up to 3 days.
Keyword breadstick dip, dairy-free, easy dip recipes, easy dips, Gluten-Free, italian dips, marinara dip, marinara dipping sauce, pizza dip, tomato sauce, vegan

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Comments

  1. Melli says

    February 17, 2021 at 9:11 am

    5 stars
    YUMMM!!!

    Reply
  2. Pearl says

    February 12, 2021 at 8:54 am

    5 stars
    Im so mad i didnt make this sooner!! Glad i found your dang easy marinara on Pinterest, just in time for my movie night! Thanks Michelle!

    Reply
  3. Maggie says

    February 12, 2021 at 4:38 am

    5 stars
    Delicious marinara!

    Reply
  4. Jennifer says

    January 21, 2021 at 11:23 pm

    5 stars
    Such a great appetizer dip recipe! We actually used it as a mini pizza sauce recipe and it turned out fantastic!

    Reply
  5. Ellyn says

    January 12, 2021 at 2:54 am

    5 stars
    Hello, I tried this recipe last week for a finger food party with my in-laws. Super good with mozzarella sticks!

    Reply
    • dwellbymichelle says

      January 13, 2021 at 11:30 am

      Hey Ellyn! That sounds absolutely delicious! Glad you love it!!

      Reply
  6. Karly says

    November 24, 2020 at 6:38 pm

    5 stars
    Bought some mozzarella sticks and made this dip. omg so good!

    Reply

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