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Nut sauce Calories
Nut-based, energy-dense sauce
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Nut sauce (16 g) has 83 calories. That works out to 520 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.9 g of carbs, 1.9 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 0.6 g of fiber. Its 0.1 mg of Copper covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 25 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Nut sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 16 g
83
KCAL / 16G
Carbs
2.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
1.9g
· 4% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
0.6g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 14% · Protein 9% · Fat 77%
Nut sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 83 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.04 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 51 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.9 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.6 g | 2% |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
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 Nut sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 16 g | 83 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 6 g | 31 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 20 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 156 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 32 g | 166 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 312 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 520 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 1248 kcal |
Calculated from 520 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nut sauce
What is nut sauce?
Nut sauce is a savory or mildly sweet sauce made by blending ground nuts with liquid and seasonings. Recipes vary widely, so its flavor and texture depend on the nuts and other ingredients used.
How do you make nut sauce creamy?
Blend nut sauce until smooth, adding warm water a little at a time to loosen it. Soaking hard nuts before blending can also help; stop to scrape down the blender so the mixture becomes evenly creamy.
What can you use nut sauce for?
Nut sauce works as a dip, dressing, sandwich spread, or topping for vegetables, noodles, and grain bowls. Thin it for drizzling or keep it thicker when serving it alongside foods for dipping.
Can you use nut sauce instead of peanut sauce?
Yes, nut sauce can replace peanut sauce in many dishes, but the flavor will change with the nuts used. For a closer match, blend in familiar savory seasonings such as soy sauce, ginger, or lime.
Is nut sauce the same as nut butter?
No, nut sauce is usually loosened and seasoned for pouring, dipping, or coating food, while nut butter is typically a thicker spread made mainly from ground nuts. Some nut sauces use nut butter as their base.
How do you stop nut sauce from separating?
Blend nut sauce thoroughly and add liquid gradually to help it stay smooth. If it separates while sitting, stir or shake it before serving; a little extra water can help bring the mixture back together.
Can nut sauce go on pasta?
Yes, nut sauce makes a rich pasta coating. Stir a little reserved pasta water into the sauce first, then toss it with the pasta off the heat so it spreads without becoming too thick.
Can you make nut sauce without a blender?
Yes, you can make nut sauce without a blender by using smooth nut butter or finely ground nuts and whisking in the liquid gradually. A mortar and pestle works too, though the texture may remain less smooth.
How long does homemade nut sauce keep?
Homemade nut sauce keeps best in a sealed container in the refrigerator, especially when it contains fresh ingredients. Use clean utensils, and discard it if its smell, appearance, or texture becomes noticeably unusual.
Can you freeze nut sauce?
Yes, nut sauce can be frozen, though it may separate or turn grainy after thawing. Freeze it in portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, then stir or blend it again before serving.
Nut sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin E
0.99mg · 7% DV
Biotin
1.28µg · 4% DV
B1
0.03mg · 3% DV
B3
0.38mg · 2% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.08mg · 9% DV
Manganese
0.18mg · 8% DV
Phosphorus
42mg · 6% DV
Magnesium
23mg · 5% DV
Sodium
51mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
54mg · 2% DV
Nut sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Nut sauce
To burn the 83 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Nut sauce?
Nut sauce is a broad name for sauces made by blending ground nuts with oil, water or another liquid, often with herbs or spices. Recipes vary across cuisines rather than belonging to one fixed regional tradition. It can be smooth and creamy or retain a little texture, with a rich, nutty flavour.
Use it as a dip, spoon it over roasted vegetables or grain bowls, or thin it into a dressing for salads and noodles. It is energy-dense and provides some protein, so a small spoonful can add plenty of flavour; loosen it with water or citrus juice if you want a lighter consistency.
How Nutritious Is Nut sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Nut 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 Nut sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Nut 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Nut sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
1.04g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.84g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.84g
Omega 6:3 ratio 84:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (84:1).
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