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Rich, tangy cream-based sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Creamy lemon sauce (30 g) has 66 calories. That works out to 220 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 0.6 g of protein, 6.3 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 54 µg of Vitamin A covers 6% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 20 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
66
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.6g
· 1% DV
Fat
6.3g
· 8% DV
Fiber
0.1g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 10% · Protein 4% · Fat 86%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 66 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.3 g | 8% |
| Saturated fat | 3.93 g | 20% |
| Trans fat | 0.17 g | |
| Sodium | 56 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0.6 g | 1% |
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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 66 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 33 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 99 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (medium) | 60 g | 132 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 80 g | 176 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 220 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 264 kcal |
Calculated from 220 calories per 100 g.
Creamy lemon sauce is made with cream, lemon juice, and lemon zest. Warm the cream gently, whisk in the lemon juice a little at a time, and let the sauce thicken without boiling. Season with salt and black pepper.
Creamy lemon sauce pairs well with fish, chicken, and pasta. Spoon it over grilled salmon or roast chicken, or toss it with cooked pasta. Fresh dill or parsley adds a bright herbal note that complements the lemon.
Creamy lemon sauce can curdle when acidic lemon juice hits very hot cream or the sauce boils. Keep the heat low, add the juice gradually while stirring, and avoid bringing the finished sauce to a simmer.
Yes, creamy lemon sauce works well with pasta, especially linguine, fettuccine, or short shapes that hold sauce. Stir it through just before serving; loosen it with a splash of pasta water if it feels too thick.
Simmer creamy lemon sauce gently until some moisture evaporates, stirring often. For a richer, thicker finish, stir in finely grated Parmesan. Avoid turning up the heat to speed things along, since boiling can make the sauce split.
Yes, you can make creamy lemon sauce with half-and-half or a mixture of milk and a little flour, though the result will be less rich. Add lemon juice slowly and keep the sauce below a boil to reduce the chance of curdling.
Creamy lemon sauce keeps for about two to three days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after serving, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture has changed noticeably.
Creamy lemon sauce can be frozen, but the cream may separate and turn grainy when thawed. For the smoothest result, make it fresh; if frozen, thaw it in the refrigerator and reheat gently while whisking.
Reheat creamy lemon sauce slowly in a saucepan over low heat, stirring or whisking constantly. Do not let it boil. If it has thickened in the fridge, loosen it with a small splash of cream or water.
Dill, parsley, and chives all work well in creamy lemon sauce. Stir in finely chopped fresh herbs at the end of cooking so their flavor stays bright; dill is especially good when serving the sauce with fish.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
54µg · 6% DV
B12
0.08µg · 3% DV
B2
0.04mg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
2.34mg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
56mg · 2% DV
Phosphorus
17mg · 2% DV
Iodine
3.3µg · 2% DV
Calcium
22mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
32mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Creamy lemon sauce combines cream with lemon juice, often with a little zest; recipes may also include butter, pepper or herbs. It is a versatile sauce rather than a dish tied to one particular region, and its creamy body softens the citrus’s sharp, fresh tang.
It is commonly spooned over fish, chicken or pasta, and works well with roasted vegetables too. In English-speaking kitchens, it can turn a simple grilled meal into something richer, so a little often goes a long way. The sauce is mostly fat and relatively low in fibre; for a lighter plate, use a modest serving and pair it with vegetables or lean protein.
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.
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.
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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.93g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.71g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.24g
Omega 6:3 ratio 4.8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (4.8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.