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A spicy pepper-and-tomato-based sauce; energy and sodium can vary by recipe.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Lissa sauce (15 g) has 12 calories. That works out to 82 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.3 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.7 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
12
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.3g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.7g
· 1% DV
Fiber
0.3g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 42% · Protein 7% · Fat 51%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 12 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.7 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.11 g | 1% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 63 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.3 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.3 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.2 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 12 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 25 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 33 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 49 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 74 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 82 kcal |
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 197 kcal |
Calculated from 82 calories per 100 g.
Lissa sauce is a spicy sauce made with peppers and tomatoes. Its heat, texture, and saltiness can vary between recipes, so the name does not point to one fixed ingredient list or standardized preparation.
Lissa sauce typically tastes peppery, tomato-rich, and spicy. The balance can vary by recipe, so some versions may taste hotter, tangier, or more savory than others; try a little before adding it to a whole dish.
Use Lissa sauce to season meat, chicken, vegetables, or beans, or serve a small amount alongside a meal. Its bold flavor can take over a dish, so stir in a little at a time and taste as you go.
Lissa sauce can be spicy because it is pepper-based, but its heat depends on the peppers and the recipe. If you are unsure how hot your jar is, start with a small dab rather than mixing in a large spoonful.
Peppers and tomatoes are the defining base of Lissa sauce. Other ingredients, such as oil, garlic, salt, or spices, may be included depending on the recipe, so the exact contents are not the same in every version.
Yes, you can make Lissa sauce at home using peppers and tomatoes as the base, then blending or cooking them with seasonings to your preferred texture. Recipes differ, so adjust the pepper amount gradually to control the heat.
A spicy tomato-and-pepper sauce is the closest general substitute for Lissa sauce. Harissa or chili paste can work in some dishes, but each has a different spice blend and intensity, so add a small amount and adjust.
No, Lissa sauce and harissa are not necessarily the same sauce. Both may use peppers and spices, but their ingredients and preparation can differ; swapping one for the other may change the flavor and heat of a dish.
Keep opened Lissa sauce sealed in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon each time you serve it, and follow any storage directions on the jar, since recipes and commercial preparations can differ.
Yes, Lissa sauce can be frozen in an airtight container or in small portions. Leave a little room for expansion, then stir the sauce after thawing if its texture or oil distribution has changed.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
27µg · 3% DV
Vitamin C
2.7mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.17mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
63mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
36mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.02mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 12 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Lissa sauce is a spicy condiment built around peppers and tomatoes, with recipes that may also include oil and seasonings. There is no single texture or heat level to expect: some versions are smooth, while others retain small pieces, and the balance of peppery heat and tomato tang varies by recipe. It works as a table sauce or as an ingredient stirred into a dish.
Serve it with eggs, bread, grilled vegetables or meat, or add a spoonful to sandwiches and rice. Start with a little if you are unsure of its heat; mixing it with plain yoghurt or another mild accompaniment can soften the intensity. It contributes some fibre, but is not especially protein-rich; 100 g provides 82 kcal. Sodium can vary considerably between recipes, so taste before adding extra salt.
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.
Medium
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.11g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.45g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 8:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (8:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.