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Chutney Sauce Calories
A strongly flavored condiment commonly made with fruit or vegetables, vinegar, spices, and often sugar; portion control is important.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Chutney Sauce (18 g) has 31 calories. That works out to 170 calories per 100 g. It contains 7.7 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 65 (high), so it raises blood sugar quickly.
Chutney Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 18 g
31
KCAL / 18G
Carbs
7.7g
· 3% DV
Protein
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% 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 96% · Protein 1% · Fat 3%
Chutney Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 31 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 76 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 7.7 g | 3% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.1 g | 0% |
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 1 Tablespoon of Chutney Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 18 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 10 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 51 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 36 g | 61 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 102 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 170 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 204 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 408 kcal |
Calculated from 170 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Chutney Sauce
What is Chutney Sauce made of?
Chutney Sauce is a condiment made by cooking fruit or vegetables with vinegar, spices and often sugar. Mango, tomato and onion are common bases, but recipes vary; some versions are smooth while others keep noticeable pieces.
How do you use Chutney Sauce?
Chutney Sauce is served as a condiment alongside food or spread inside sandwiches. Its sweet, tangy flavor works especially well with curry, grilled meat, cheese, burgers and savory pastries; start with a small spoonful so it does not overwhelm the dish.
What does Chutney Sauce taste like?
Chutney Sauce usually tastes sweet, tangy and spiced, with the exact balance shaped by its main fruit or vegetable. Mango versions are often fruity and sweet, while tomato or onion varieties may taste sharper or more savory.
Is Chutney Sauce the same as mango chutney?
No. Chutney Sauce is the general condiment category, while mango chutney is one variety made with mango. Other chutneys use ingredients such as tomato, onion or coconut, and their sweetness, texture and heat can differ considerably.
What is the difference between Chutney Sauce and pickle?
Chutney Sauce is usually cooked until its fruit or vegetables soften into a thick condiment. Pickles are typically preserved in brine or vinegar and retain a crisper texture; chutney is often sweeter and more heavily spiced.
How do you make Chutney Sauce at home?
To make Chutney Sauce, simmer chopped fruit or vegetables with vinegar, spices and sugar if desired until softened and thick. Stir occasionally so it does not stick, then cool it and store it in a clean, sealed container in the refrigerator.
Does Chutney Sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?
Yes, refrigerate Chutney Sauce after opening and keep the jar tightly closed. Use a clean utensil each time to avoid introducing food particles, and refrigerate homemade chutney once it has cooled.
What foods go well with Chutney Sauce?
Chutney Sauce pairs well with cheese, curry, grilled meats, sandwiches and savory pastries. Mango chutney is a classic match for Indian-style curries, while onion or tomato chutney can complement burgers, roasted vegetables and cheese boards.
How is Chutney Sauce different from jam?
Chutney Sauce usually includes vinegar and savory spices, giving it a tangy, seasoned flavor suited to meals. Jam is generally a sweeter fruit preserve, usually without vinegar or the same savory spice profile.
Can you cook with Chutney Sauce, or is it only a topping?
You can cook with Chutney Sauce as well as serve it at the table. Stir a little into a curry, glaze or pan sauce for sweet-tangy flavor, or use it straight from the jar as a dip or sandwich spread.
Chutney Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.44mg · 2% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
Vitamin E
0.09mg · 1% DV
B2
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
76mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
Iron
0.13mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
21mg · 1% DV
Chutney Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Chutney Sauce
To burn the 31 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (18 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Chutney Sauce?
Chutney Sauce is a South Asian-style condiment made by cooking fruit or vegetables with vinegar, spices and often sugar. Mango, tomato and onion are among the ingredients used in different versions, so its flavour can range from tangy and fruity to warmly spiced.
Its sweet-sour punch works well in small amounts alongside curries, grilled foods, sandwiches or cheese. In South Asian meals, chutneys are served as accompaniments, while elsewhere they’re also used as a spread or dip. It is mostly carbohydrate and low in fat; 100 g provides 170 calories. A medium tablespoon is about 18 g, a useful portion if you want the flavour without adding too much sweetness to a meal.
How Nutritious Is Chutney Sauce?
Nutrient density
Low
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
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 Chutney Sauce Processed?
NOVA 3
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 Chutney Sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Chutney Sauce Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Chutney Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.01g
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