Magnificent “Al Fresco” Marinara Sauce

This al fresco marinara sauce is as great for you as it tastes. “Al fresco” typically means “in the open air” when dining, but in the case of this magnificent sauce, it describes an ultra-fresh, flavor-dense, unheated sauce. You will love it over zucchini noodles, pizza, bruschetta, raw toast, and more. With “living” recipes like this, fresh, organic ingredients make all the difference. Serves 2 generously.

• 2 large Heirloom tomatoes, roughly chopped or 1/2 cup chopped ripe, organic Roma, grape or cherry tomatoes
• 3/4 cup sun-dried tomatoes, soaked in pure water 30 minutes
• 1 cup fresh basil, parsley, or a combination, stemmed and chopped
• 1/2 cup red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 2 tablespoons hempseeds
• 1 teaspoon agave nectar (to balance tartness)
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 garlic clove, or more to taste
• 1/2 teaspoon thyme
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon Pink Himalayan salt or more, to taste
• Freshly ground pepper, to taste.

Directions:

Place all items except fresh herbs and hempseeds into a high speed blender and process until smooth or leave some texture if you prefer. Garnish with fresh herbs and hempseeds. Enjoy!