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Quark sauce with herbs Calories
Protein-rich, refreshing herb sauce
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
2 tablespoon (medium) of Quark sauce with herbs (40 g) has 34 calories. That works out to 85 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.4 g of carbs, 3 g of protein, 1.6 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its 0.2 µg of B12 covers 8% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 30 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Quark sauce with herbs Nutrition Facts
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 40 g
34
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
1.4g
· 1% DV
Protein
3g
· 6% DV
Fat
1.6g
· 2% DV
Fiber
0.2g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 18% · Protein 38% · Fat 44%
Quark sauce with herbs nutrition facts table · 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 34 kcal | |
| Total fat | 1.6 g | 2% |
| Saturated fat | 1 g | 5% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.4 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 3 g | 6% |
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 2 Tablespoons of Quark sauce with herbs?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 40 g | 34 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 20 g | 17 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 43 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 60 g | 51 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 85 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 120 g | 102 kcal |
| 1 pack (jumbo) | 150 g | 128 kcal |
Calculated from 85 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Quark sauce with herbs
What is quark sauce with herbs?
Quark sauce with herbs is a cool, tangy sauce made by mixing quark, a fresh dairy cheese, with chopped herbs and seasonings. It is especially familiar in German cooking, where Kräuterquark is often served alongside potatoes.
How do you make quark sauce with herbs?
To make quark sauce with herbs, stir chopped fresh herbs, lemon juice, salt and pepper into quark. Add a splash of milk if you want a looser sauce, then chill it briefly so the flavors mingle before serving.
What do you serve with quark sauce with herbs?
Quark sauce with herbs is a classic match for boiled or baked potatoes. It also works as a dip for raw vegetables, a spread for bread, or a cool accompaniment to grilled vegetables and meat.
Which herbs go into quark sauce with herbs?
Chives, parsley and dill are common choices for quark sauce with herbs. You can also use spring onion or a little tarragon; chop the herbs finely and add them gradually so they complement rather than overwhelm the quark.
Can you use quark sauce with herbs as a dip?
Yes, quark sauce with herbs makes a convenient dip for carrot, cucumber and pepper sticks. Keep it thick for dipping, or loosen it with a little milk when you want a sauce to spoon over potatoes or vegetables.
Can you make quark sauce with herbs without quark?
Yes, strained Greek-style yogurt or a mixture of cottage cheese blended smooth and yogurt can stand in for quark. The flavor and texture will differ: yogurt is tangier, while blended cottage cheese tends to taste milder.
How long does quark sauce with herbs last in the fridge?
Quark sauce with herbs keeps for about two days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Fresh herbs can release moisture and lose their brightness, so it tastes best soon after preparation; use a clean spoon when serving.
Can quark sauce with herbs be frozen?
No, freezing is not a good choice for quark sauce with herbs. Thawing can make the dairy separate and turn grainy or watery, while the herbs lose freshness. Make a smaller batch and refrigerate it instead.
Is quark sauce with herbs served hot or cold?
Quark sauce with herbs is usually served cold, not cooked. Heat can make the quark separate and spoil its smooth texture; serve it beside a hot dish, or add it only after the food has come off the heat.
How can you make quark sauce with herbs taste more like the German version?
For a more traditional German-style quark sauce with herbs, use plenty of chives and parsley, season with salt and pepper, and serve it with boiled potatoes. Recipes vary by household, and some include a little sour cream for extra richness.
Quark sauce with herbs Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
B12
0.2µg · 8% DV
Biotin
2.4µg · 8% DV
B2
0.1mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
7.2µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
36mg · 5% DV
Calcium
36mg · 4% DV
Selenium
1.2µg · 2% DV
Iodine
3.2µg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
48mg · 1% DV
Sodium
24mg · 1% DV
Quark sauce with herbs Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Quark sauce with herbs
To burn the 34 calories in 2 tablespoon (medium) (40 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 Quark sauce with herbs?
Quark sauce with herbs is a cool, creamy sauce made by mixing quark—a fresh, soft dairy cheese—with chopped herbs. It is especially familiar in German-speaking parts of Central Europe, where it is often made at home and served alongside simple everyday dishes. Recipes vary, but the herbs give the mild, gently tangy quark a fresh lift.
Serve it with boiled potatoes, raw vegetables, bread or grilled food; it also works as a dip or a topping. Its protein content is relatively high for a sauce, while it remains light in flavour. For an easy, lighter meal, pair it with plenty of vegetables, or use it in place of a richer creamy dip.
How Nutritious Is Quark sauce with herbs?
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 Quark sauce with herbs 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 Quark sauce with herbs Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Quark sauce with herbs Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Quark sauce with herbs Fat Profile
SATURATED
1g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.4g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.08g
Omega 6:3 ratio 2.5:1
Below the ideal 4:1 — a good omega balance.
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