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Plant-based gel Calories
Plant-derived gelling agent; typically very low in calories.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Plant-based gel (15 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 70 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 0 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Plant-based gel Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
11
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
0g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 100% · Protein 0% · Fat 0%
Plant-based gel nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 2.7 mg | 0% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 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 Plant-based gel?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 21 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 90 g | 63 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 70 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 84 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 105 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 168 kcal |
Calculated from 70 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Plant-based gel
What is plant-based gel made from?
Plant-based gel is a gelling product made with ingredients from plants rather than animal gelatin. Depending on the product, it may use agar, pectin, or other gelling agents, so its setting behavior and texture can vary.
Can plant-based gel replace gelatin in recipes?
Yes, plant-based gel can replace gelatin in many recipes, but it may not work as a direct one-for-one swap. Plant-derived gelling agents can set at different temperatures and produce a firmer or more brittle texture, so use a recipe designed for the specific product.
How do you use plant-based gel powder?
Most plant-based gel powders need to be mixed thoroughly with liquid and heated so the gelling agent dissolves. Some types need to boil to activate, while ready-to-use gels do not; follow the preparation directions for the particular product.
Why is my plant-based gel not setting?
Plant-based gel may fail to set if it was not fully dissolved, was prepared at the wrong temperature, or was diluted with too much liquid. Acidic ingredients and some fresh fruits can also weaken certain gelling agents, depending on the product.
Does plant-based gel set at room temperature?
Some plant-based gels set at room temperature, while others need chilling to firm up. The answer depends on the gelling agent in the product; follow the recipe’s cooling instructions rather than assuming every plant-based gel behaves like agar.
Can plant-based gel be used in vegan cheesecake?
Yes, plant-based gel can help a vegan cheesecake filling hold its shape. Dissolve or prepare it as directed before adding it to the filling, and use a recipe formulated for that product because different plant-based gels produce different textures.
Can plant-based gel set acidic fruit juice?
Sometimes, but acidic juice can weaken some plant-based gelling agents and leave the mixture soft. The result depends on the gel’s ingredients and the fruit; cooking certain fruits first can reduce their effect on the setting process.
Why does plant-based gel turn rubbery?
Plant-based gel can turn rubbery when too much gelling agent is used or when the product naturally sets more firmly than gelatin. Reduce the amount only according to a tested recipe for that specific gel, since products vary in strength.
Can plant-based gel be added to cold liquids?
Usually, powdered plant-based gel needs to be dissolved with heat before it can set a cold liquid. Sprinkling it straight into a chilled drink or dessert may leave lumps or an uneven texture; ready-to-use gel products may work differently.
How should desserts made with plant-based gel be stored?
Keep desserts made with plant-based gel covered in the refrigerator, especially if they contain dairy or fresh fruit. Their safe storage time depends more on those perishable ingredients than on the gelling agent itself.
Plant-based gel Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B1
0mg · 0% DV
B2
0mg · 0% DV
B5
0mg · 0% DV
B6
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Manganese
0mg · 0% DV
Calcium
1.2mg · 0% DV
Sodium
2.7mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.8mg · 0% DV
Plant-based gel Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Plant-based gel
To burn the 11 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 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 Plant-based gel?
Plant-based gel is a setting ingredient made with gelling agents from plant sources. Rather than being a dish in its own right, it is used to give foods a thicker, spoonable or sliceable texture; the name can refer to gels made from different plant-derived ingredients.
Its flavour is usually mild, so it works in fruit desserts, cake fillings, sauces and other recipes where a firm set is wanted. Depending on the recipe, it may be served chilled on its own or as part of a dessert. It is typically low in calories and contains mainly carbohydrate; the supplied value is 70 calories per 100 g. For a lighter result, use it with fresh fruit and keep added sugar modest.
How Nutritious Is Plant-based gel?
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 Plant-based gel 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 Plant-based gel Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Plant-based gel Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ 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
Plant-based gel Fat Profile
SATURATED
0g
MONOUNSATURATED
0g
POLYUNSATURATED
0g
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