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A red sauce typically made with tomatoes, peppers, vinegar and spices; energy and fat content vary by recipe.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 tablespoon (medium) of Red dipping sauce (15 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 75 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.9 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 0.4 g of fat and 0.3 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 45 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
11
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
1.9g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
0.4g
· 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 63% · Protein 7% · Fat 30%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.4 g | 1% |
| Saturated fat | 0.05 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 72 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.9 g | 1% |
| 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 | 11 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 4 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 23 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 40 g | 30 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 60 g | 45 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 90 g | 68 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 75 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 180 kcal |
Calculated from 75 calories per 100 g.
Red dipping sauce is typically made with tomatoes, peppers, vinegar and spices. Garlic, onion or oil may also be included, so the flavor and texture vary between recipes and products.
Blend cooked or roasted tomatoes and peppers with vinegar and spices to make red dipping sauce. Add garlic for a sharper flavor, then chill it before serving so the flavors combine.
Red dipping sauce works well with fries, chicken tenders, crackers and raw vegetables. Serve it in a small bowl alongside snacks, or offer it as a condiment with grilled foods.
Not necessarily. Red dipping sauce is often blended into a smooth, thick dip, while salsa commonly has a chunkier texture. Recipes overlap, though, and the name alone does not guarantee a particular style.
Keep opened red dipping sauce sealed in the refrigerator and use a clean spoon each time. For a packaged sauce, follow its storage directions; transfer homemade sauce to a clean, covered container.
Yes, red dipping sauce can be frozen, but thawing may make it watery or separated. Freeze it in portions, stir it well after thawing, and do not refreeze it once thawed.
Red dipping sauce can be mild or hot. Sweet peppers make a gentler sauce, while hot peppers or chilli flakes add heat; the red color itself does not indicate how spicy it is.
Yes, red dipping sauce can be spread on burgers as a tangy alternative to a thicker condiment. Use a modest layer if it is runny, so the bun does not become soggy.
Simmer red dipping sauce gently to evaporate excess liquid, or blend in more cooked tomato or pepper. Avoid adding lots of dry seasoning to thicken it, since that can make the flavor too strong.
Yes, red dipping sauce can coat vegetables or meat before cooking, provided the recipe suits that use. Set aside a clean portion for serving, rather than reusing sauce that has touched raw meat.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
1.8mg · 2% DV
Vitamin E
0.17mg · 1% DV
B6
0.02mg · 1% DV
Vitamin A
6.75µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
72mg · 3% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
29mg · 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 11 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Red dipping sauce is a tomato-based condiment commonly made with peppers, vinegar and spices. There is no single standard recipe: some versions are smooth and tangy, while others are chunky or noticeably hot. It is served for dipping bread, vegetables, chips or fried snacks, and often accompanies grilled food or a casual spread. Its acidity and spice can brighten richer, savoury bites without needing much sauce. Nutritionally, it is relatively light in energy for a condiment, with 75 calories per 100 g, though the amount of oil and sugar varies by recipe. Serve it with fresh vegetable sticks or use a small spoonful alongside a meal when you want a punchy flavour.
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 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.
No known major allergens
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
SATURATED
0.05g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.17g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.11g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.