Zesty Tomato Dipping Sauce

This four-ingredient condiment transforms a can of tomato sauce into a zippy, complex dipping sauce with a little help from minced garlic and lemon juice. Serve it with something rich and creamy, like a platter of Spinach and Feta Patties or these crispy Salmon and Mashed Potato Croquettes.

1 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil
1 tsp. garlic, minced (~ 1 clove)
1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
1 Tbsp. lemon juice, freshly squeezed
sea salt
black pepper, freshly ground

Heat oil in a small saucepan or skillet over medium. When it shimmers, add garlic and cook until fragrant and just beginning to turn golden, about 2 minutes.

Add tomato sauce and 2 Tbsp. water; simmer for 1 minute. Remove from heat, stir in lemon juice and season to taste.

Transfer to a bowl and serve warm. This sauce can also be made and refrigerated in an airtight container up to five days ahead. When ready to serve, gently reheat until warm.

Makes 1 cup.