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Creamy fish-based dipping sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Fish dip sauce (30 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 255 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.7 g of carbs, 2.6 g of protein, 6.8 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 0.5 µg of B12 covers 20% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
77
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
1.7g
· 1% DV
Protein
2.6g
· 5% DV
Fat
6.8g
· 9% 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 9% · Protein 13% · Fat 78%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 77 kcal | |
| Total fat | 6.8 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.26 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.03 g | |
| Sodium | 234 mg | 10% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% |
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 | 77 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 13 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 38 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 102 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 115 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (medium) | 60 g | 153 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 255 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 306 kcal |
Calculated from 255 calories per 100 g.
Fish dip sauce is a creamy mixture of fish and a smooth base, served with foods such as crackers, bread, or vegetables for dipping. Recipes vary, but cooked or smoked fish is commonly combined with yogurt, mayonnaise, citrus, and seasonings.
To make fish dip sauce, flake cooked, boneless fish and mix it with yogurt or mayonnaise, lemon juice, and seasonings. Mash it smooth or leave it chunky, then chill it briefly so the flavors combine before serving.
Salmon, smoked trout, mackerel, and mild white fish all work in fish dip sauce. Smoked fish gives a stronger, saltier flavor, while baked or poached fish makes a milder dip; remove all skin and bones first.
Serve fish dip sauce with crackers, toasted bread, cucumber, celery, or other crisp vegetables. It also works as a spread in sandwiches; add lemon wedges or fresh herbs alongside if you want a brighter finish.
Yes, drained canned tuna makes an easy fish dip sauce. Flake it with a fork, then stir in mayonnaise or thick yogurt, lemon, and pepper. Drain the tuna well so excess liquid does not make the dip runny.
Yes, smoked fish is a popular choice for fish dip sauce and gives it a deeper, savory flavor. Flake the fish finely and mix it into the creamy base; taste before adding salt, since smoked fish can already be salty.
Fish dip sauce keeps for about 1–2 days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Because it contains fish and often dairy or mayonnaise, return it to the fridge promptly and discard it if its smell or texture changes.
Freezing fish dip sauce is not recommended. Yogurt or mayonnaise can separate after thawing, leaving the dip watery or grainy, and the fish’s texture may suffer; make a fresh batch for the best result.
Fish dip sauce usually turns watery when the fish, canned tuna, or creamy base contains too much liquid. Drain the fish thoroughly and use thick yogurt; chilling the finished dip can help it firm up, but will not fix a very wet mixture.
Fish dip sauce is usually served chilled, especially when it contains yogurt or mayonnaise. Warming can make the creamy base separate, so serve it cold alongside hot food rather than heating the sauce itself.
Vitamins
B12
0.48µg · 20% DV
Vitamin K
8.4µg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.72mg · 5% DV
B3
0.63mg · 4% DV
Minerals
Selenium
6.6µg · 12% DV
Sodium
234mg · 10% DV
Phosphorus
41mg · 6% DV
Iodine
7.2µg · 5% DV
Potassium ⭐
44mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 77 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (30 g):
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Fish dip sauce is a creamy dip made by combining fish with a smooth base such as mayonnaise, yoghurt or cream; the exact ingredients and seasoning vary by recipe. It is not tied to one specific regional tradition, and it can be made with cooked fish or a prepared fish spread. The flavour is savoury and gently fishy, with a thick, spoonable texture.
Serve it chilled with crackers, toasted bread or crisp vegetables, as a snack or alongside other dips. Its rich base makes it relatively high in fat, while the fish adds some protein; it provides very little fibre. For a lighter version, use less creamy base and brighten the mixture with lemon and herbs.
Medium
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
— Not 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
SATURATED
1.26g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.88g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.92g
Omega 6:3 ratio 12.4:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (12.4:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.