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A glossy green-gold herb oil sauce with fine green flecks suspended throughout, pooled in a small shallow dish.
●Low GI

Herb oil sauce Calories

Oil-based herb sauce

In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter

CALORIES · 100 G

884kcal

GI

0low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

60mg

FIBER · 100 G

0.4g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Herb oil sauce (14 g) has 124 calories. That works out to 884 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.3 g of carbs, 0.1 g of protein, 13.7 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its 1.7 mg of Vitamin E covers 11% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Herb oil sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 14 g

124

KCAL / 14G

Carbs

0.3g

· 0% DV

Protein

0.1g

· 0% DV

Fat

13.7g

· 18% 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 1% · Protein 0% · Fat 99%

Herb oil sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories124 kcal
Total fat13.7 g18%
Saturated fat1.93 g10%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium45 mg2%
Total carbohydrate0.3 g0%
Fiber0.1 g0%
Protein0.1 g0%

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 Herb oil sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)14 g124 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g44 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)28 g248 kcal
1 serving (small)30 g265 kcal
3 tablespoon (triple)42 g371 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)60 g530 kcal
1 serving (large)60 g530 kcal
100 g100 g884 kcal
½ cup (half)120 g1061 kcal

Calculated from 884 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Herb oil sauce

What is herb oil sauce?

Herb oil sauce is a mixture of chopped or blended herbs and oil, sometimes seasoned with garlic, citrus, or spices. It is generally used as a finishing sauce or condiment rather than as a thick, cooked sauce.

How do you make herb oil sauce?

To make herb oil sauce, finely chop fresh herbs and stir them into oil, or blend the mixture for a smoother texture. Add garlic, lemon juice, salt, or pepper if desired, then use it fresh or refrigerate it promptly.

What herbs work best in herb oil sauce?

Parsley, basil, cilantro, dill, mint, and oregano all work well in herb oil sauce. Choose herbs to suit the dish: basil pairs naturally with tomatoes, while dill and parsley complement fish and vegetables.

How do you use herb oil sauce?

Drizzle herb oil sauce over grilled vegetables, fish, meat, or potatoes just before serving. You can also toss it with warm pasta or spoon a little over soup, where its fresh herb flavor stays noticeable.

Can herb oil sauce be used as a marinade?

Yes, herb oil sauce can coat vegetables, tofu, fish, or meat before cooking. For raw meat or fish, keep the marinade refrigerated and discard the portion that has touched the raw food instead of using it as a finishing sauce.

Can you cook with herb oil sauce, or should it be added after cooking?

You can cook with herb oil sauce, but gentle heat or adding it at the end preserves more of the herbs’ aroma. Avoid prolonged high-heat frying, which can dull the flavor and scorch delicate herbs.

How long does homemade herb oil sauce last?

Homemade herb oil sauce made with fresh herbs should be refrigerated promptly and used within four days. Do not leave it at room temperature, because fresh ingredients stored in oil can create a food-safety risk.

Can you freeze herb oil sauce?

Yes, freeze herb oil sauce in small portions so you can thaw only what you need. Its color or texture may change after thawing, so stir it well and use it soon after it has defrosted.

Is herb oil sauce the same as pesto?

No, herb oil sauce is not necessarily pesto. Pesto commonly combines basil with ingredients such as cheese and pine nuts, while herb oil sauce can be a simpler blend of herbs and oil.

Why does herb oil sauce turn cloudy or solid in the fridge?

Herb oil sauce can turn cloudy or partly solid in the refrigerator because some oils, especially olive oil, thicken when cold. This is a normal temperature effect; let the sauce warm slightly and stir it before serving.

Herb oil sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Vitamin E

1.68mg · 11% DV

Vitamin K

7.7µg · 6% DV

B6

0.01mg · 1% DV

Vitamin C

0.35mg · 0% DV

Minerals

Sodium

45mg · 2% DV

Manganese

0.02mg · 1% DV

Copper

0.01mg · 1% DV

Iron

0.1mg · 1% DV

Potassium ⭐

8.4mg · 0% DV

Herb oil 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 Herb oil sauce

To burn the 124 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (14 g):

🚶

31min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

13min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

17min

Cycling

🏊

14min

Swimming

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

What is Herb oil sauce?

Herb oil sauce is a simple condiment made by combining cooking oil—often olive oil—with chopped fresh or dried herbs and, sometimes, spices. The exact blend varies, and letting it stand briefly helps the herbs infuse the oil. It is smooth and rich, with a flavour that depends on the herbs and oil used.

Use it as a dip for bread or drizzle a little over roasted vegetables, fish, grilled meat or beans. It is common as a flexible finishing sauce rather than a dish in its own right, and suits home cooking as well as a shared table. It is almost entirely fat, so a small spoonful adds plenty of flavour; pair it with lemon or vinegar for a brighter, lighter-tasting finish.

How Nutritious Is Herb oil sauce?

Nutrient density

Low

18/ 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

3/ 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 Herb oil 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 Herb oil sauce Contain Allergens?

No known major allergens

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

Which Diets Is Herb oil sauce Good For?

Vegan

✓ Suitable

Vegetarian

✓ Suitable

Gluten-Free

✓ Suitable

Dairy-Free

— Not suitable

Mediterranean

✓ Suitable

Paleo

✓ Suitable

Whole30

— Not suitable

DASH

— Not suitable

Keto

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Herb oil sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

1.93g

MONOUNSATURATED

10.08g

POLYUNSATURATED

1.29g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 11.9:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (11.9:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.