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Pink Dipping Sauce Calories
A creamy dip typically made with mayonnaise and ketchup; relatively high in fat and sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Pink Dipping Sauce (15 g) has 52 calories. That works out to 345 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 4.7 g of fat and 0.1 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 55 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Pink Dipping Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
52
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
2.1g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
4.7g
· 6% 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 16% · Protein 2% · Fat 82%
Pink Dipping Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 52 kcal | |
| Total fat | 4.7 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.78 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0.01 g | |
| Sodium | 104 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.1 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.1 g | 0% |
| 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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How Many Calories in 1 Tablespoon of Pink Dipping Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 52 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 17 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 104 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 138 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 207 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 345 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 828 kcal |
Calculated from 345 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Pink Dipping Sauce
What is Pink Dipping Sauce made of?
Pink Dipping Sauce is usually a creamy mix of mayonnaise and ketchup. Some recipes add lemon juice, mustard, garlic, or seasoning, so its flavor can range from tangy to mildly spicy depending on the ingredients.
How do you make Pink Dipping Sauce at home?
Mix mayonnaise and ketchup until smooth to make Pink Dipping Sauce at home. Add a little lemon juice for tang or hot sauce for heat, then chill it briefly so the flavors blend before serving.
Is Pink Dipping Sauce the same as Marie Rose sauce?
They are closely related, but recipes vary by region. Pink Dipping Sauce commonly combines mayonnaise and ketchup, while Marie Rose sauce often includes additions such as Worcestershire sauce, lemon, or cayenne; both are creamy, pink sauces.
What do you eat with Pink Dipping Sauce?
Pink Dipping Sauce goes well with fries, chicken tenders, onion rings, and raw vegetable sticks. You can also spread it in burgers or sandwiches, where its creamy, sweet-tangy flavor pairs well with crisp or savory fillings.
Can Pink Dipping Sauce be served with shrimp?
Yes, Pink Dipping Sauce works well with cooked shrimp, especially when you add a little lemon juice. Serve it chilled as a dip; it is a creamy alternative to sharper, tomato-based seafood sauces.
How long does homemade Pink Dipping Sauce last in the fridge?
Keep homemade Pink Dipping Sauce in a sealed container in the refrigerator and use it within a few days. Return it to the fridge promptly after serving, since mayonnaise-based sauces should not sit out for extended periods.
Can you freeze Pink Dipping Sauce?
No, freezing Pink Dipping Sauce is not recommended. Mayonnaise can separate as it thaws, leaving the sauce watery or grainy, so make a fresh batch and keep it refrigerated for the best texture.
Why does Pink Dipping Sauce separate?
Pink Dipping Sauce can separate if it is left for a long time, frozen and thawed, or not mixed evenly. Stir a freshly made batch thoroughly and keep it chilled; separation after freezing is difficult to reverse.
How can you make Pink Dipping Sauce less rich?
Replace some of the mayonnaise with plain yogurt to make Pink Dipping Sauce less rich. The result will taste tangier and have a lighter texture; add the ketchup gradually to balance the flavor and color.
Can Pink Dipping Sauce be heated?
Pink Dipping Sauce is best served cold rather than heated. Its mayonnaise can split when warmed, making the sauce oily or grainy; serve it alongside hot food instead of stirring it into a hot pan.
Pink Dipping Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin K
2.7µg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.32mg · 2% DV
Vitamin A
14.25µg · 2% DV
B12
0.03µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
104mg · 5% DV
Iodine
1.2µg · 1% DV
Selenium
0.38µg · 1% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
19mg · 1% DV
Pink Dipping Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Pink Dipping Sauce
To burn the 52 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
What is Pink Dipping Sauce?
Pink Dipping Sauce is a creamy, rosy-coloured condiment usually made by mixing mayonnaise with ketchup. It is quick to make at home, and recipes may add a little mustard, lemon juice or seasoning. The flavour balances ketchup’s sweet tang with mayonnaise’s mild richness, while the texture is smooth and thick enough to cling to food.
It is commonly served with chips, fries, fried snacks and burgers; in some places, similar pink sauces also accompany seafood. Its appeal is its rich, moreish taste, but it is high in fat and relatively low in protein and fibre. A 100 g portion provides 345 kcal, so a small dip alongside a meal is often plenty. For a lighter version, mix some with plain yoghurt.
How Nutritious Is Pink Dipping Sauce?
Nutrient density
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.
Satiety score
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.
Is Pink Dipping 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 Pink Dipping Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Pink Dipping Sauce Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Pink Dipping Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.78g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.29g
POLYUNSATURATED
1.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 35.7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (35.7:1).
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