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A glossy, pale golden-yellow butter sauce flecked with finely chopped green dill sits in a small dish.
●Low GI

Butter dill sauce Calories

Aromatic sauce made with butter and fresh dill

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn

CALORIES · 100 G

380kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

60mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.5g

Quick answer

2 tablespoon (medium) of Butter dill sauce (30 g) has 114 calories. That works out to 380 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.7 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 12.3 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 19.5 µg of Vitamin K covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Butter dill sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g

114

KCAL / 30G

Carbs

0.7g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.3g

· 1% DV

Fat

12.3g

· 16% DV

Fiber

0.2g

· 1% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 2% · Protein 1% · Fat 97%

Butter dill sauce nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories114 kcal
Total fat12.3 g16%
Saturated fat7.65 g38%
Trans fat0.36 g
Sodium96 mg4%
Total carbohydrate0.7 g0%
Fiber0.2 g1%
Protein0.3 g1%

Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.

Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.

Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.

Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.

Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.

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How Many Calories in 2 Tablespoons of Butter dill sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
2 tablespoon (medium)30 g114 kcal
1 tablespoon (small)15 g57 kcal
1 piece (mini)20 g76 kcal
1 serving (small)25 g95 kcal
1 serving (large)40 g152 kcal
3 tablespoon (large)45 g171 kcal
100 g100 g380 kcal
1 cup (jumbo)120 g456 kcal

Calculated from 380 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Butter dill sauce

How do you make butter dill sauce?

Butter dill sauce is made by melting butter gently and stirring in finely chopped fresh dill. Take it off the heat before adding the dill to keep its aroma fresh; a little lemon juice is an optional bright finish.

What can you serve with butter dill sauce?

Butter dill sauce works especially well with baked or pan-fried fish, potatoes, and simply cooked vegetables. Spoon it over the food just before serving, or offer it on the side so diners can add as much as they like.

Is butter dill sauce good with salmon?

Yes, butter dill sauce pairs well with salmon. Spoon a little over grilled, baked, or pan-seared salmon after cooking; adding it at the end keeps the delicate dill flavor from being lost during cooking.

Can you use butter dill sauce on vegetables?

Yes, butter dill sauce is an easy finishing sauce for steamed green beans, asparagus, carrots, or peas. Toss the vegetables with it while they are hot, so the melted butter coats them evenly.

How do you thicken butter dill sauce?

Butter dill sauce usually needs no thickener because melted butter gives it body. If it seems too thin, whisk in a small amount of cold butter off the heat; avoid boiling it, which can make the sauce separate.

Can butter dill sauce be used for seafood other than fish?

Yes, butter dill sauce can be served with shrimp, scallops, or crab as well as fish. Add it after cooking or serve it as a dip, so the fresh dill complements the seafood without being scorched.

Can you make butter dill sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can make butter dill sauce ahead and refrigerate it in a covered container for up to 3 days. Reheat only the amount you need gently, then stir it well before serving.

How do you reheat butter dill sauce without it separating?

Reheat butter dill sauce slowly in a small pan over low heat, stirring continuously; do not let it boil. If it starts to separate, take it off the heat and whisk until the butter comes together again.

Can you freeze butter dill sauce?

Yes, butter dill sauce can be frozen in small portions, though its texture may be less smooth after thawing. Thaw it in the refrigerator and warm it gently while whisking to bring the sauce back together.

Can dried dill replace fresh dill in butter dill sauce?

Yes, dried dill can replace fresh dill in butter dill sauce, but the flavor will be less bright. Add a small amount to the warm butter, let it sit briefly to release its aroma, and taste before adding more.

Butter dill sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin K

19.5µg · 16% DV

Vitamin A

126µg · 14% DV

B2

0.05mg · 4% DV

Vitamin E

0.36mg · 2% DV

Minerals

Sodium

96mg · 4% DV

Phosphorus

9.6mg · 1% DV

Calcium

12mg · 1% DV

Selenium

0.6µg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

18mg · 1% DV

Butter dill sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

0
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Butter dill sauce

To burn the 114 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):

🚶

28min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

12min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

16min

Cycling

🏊

13min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Butter dill sauce?

Butter dill sauce combines melted butter with fresh dill for a rich, aromatic finish. It is easy to make at home, and the herb’s bright, grassy flavour cuts through the butter’s richness. Some versions include lemon, but butter and dill are the defining ingredients.

In English-speaking kitchens, it is commonly served with fish or seafood, and also works well over potatoes and cooked vegetables. A little goes a long way: this is a concentrated, fat-rich sauce, with 41 g of fat per 100 g. Spoon it on sparingly, or serve it alongside the dish so diners can choose how much they want.

How Nutritious Is Butter dill sauce?

Nutrient density

Low

25/ 100

How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.

Satiety score

Low

6/ 100

An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.

Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.

Is Butter dill sauce Processed?

NOVA 2

Minimally Processed

1. Unprocessed

2. Minimally Processed

3. Processed

4. Ultra-Processed

NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.

Does Butter dill sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy yes
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame free

Which Diets Is Butter dill sauce Good For?

Vegan

— Not suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

— Not suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

— Not suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

— Not suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Butter dill sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

7.65g

MONOUNSATURATED

3.36g

POLYUNSATURATED

0.27g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 2:1

Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.