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Sana Margarine Calories
Popular vegetable margarine, widely used for cooking and spreading.
In season: Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Sana Margarine (15 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 720 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 12 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 120 µg of Vitamin A covers 13% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Sana Margarine Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g
108
KCAL / 15G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
12g
· 15% 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 0% · Protein 0% · Fat 100%
Sana Margarine nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 12 g | 15% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 14% |
| Trans fat | 0.08 g | |
| Sodium | 120 mg | 5% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| 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 Sana Margarine?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 15 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 20 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 20 g | 144 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 25 g | 180 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 30 g | 216 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 720 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 1800 kcal |
Calculated from 720 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Sana Margarine
Can Sana Margarine replace butter in cookies?
Yes, Sana Margarine can replace butter in many cookie recipes, but the cookies may taste and spread differently. Use it in the form the recipe calls for; if the butter is softened for creaming, soften the margarine rather than melting it.
Does Sana Margarine need to be refrigerated after opening?
Yes, keep Sana Margarine refrigerated after opening and close its packaging or transfer it to a clean, covered container. This helps preserve its texture and keeps crumbs or other food from contaminating it.
Can you fry food with Sana Margarine?
Yes, Sana Margarine can be used for light pan-frying or sautéing. It contains water, so it may splatter in a hot pan and is not always a good choice for deep-frying; follow the directions on the specific pack.
Is Sana Margarine the same as butter?
No. Sana Margarine is a margarine, while butter is made from milk fat. They can serve similar purposes on bread or in cooking, but their ingredients, flavor, and behavior in recipes are not identical.
What is Sana Margarine made from?
The ingredients can vary by Sana Margarine variety and current formulation. Vegetable oils and water are common margarine ingredients, but the package’s ingredient list is the reliable way to identify which oils and other ingredients are in your product.
Can Sana Margarine be used for Turkish börek?
Yes, Sana Margarine can be used in many börek recipes in place of butter. It will give the pastry a different flavor, so follow the recipe’s instructions on whether to melt it, brush it between layers, or mix it into the dough.
Can Sana Margarine be frozen?
Yes, Sana Margarine can be frozen in a tightly sealed, freezer-safe package. Thaw it in the refrigerator before using it; freezing and thawing may change its texture, so it may work better in cooking than as a bread spread afterward.
Does Sana Margarine contain trans fat?
The amount of trans fat can vary with the Sana Margarine variety and formulation, so the brand name alone does not settle the question. Check the current package’s nutrition information and ingredient list rather than relying on older product descriptions.
Why does Sana Margarine separate or become watery?
Sana Margarine may become watery or change texture after being overheated, frozen and thawed, or left through repeated temperature changes. If it also smells rancid, looks discolored, or shows mold, discard it rather than using it.
Is Sana Margarine suitable for spreading on toast?
Yes, Sana Margarine can be spread on toast or other bread. Toast warms it quickly, so use a small amount and spread it while the toast is warm; refrigerate the remaining margarine promptly.
Sana Margarine Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
120µg · 13% DV
Vitamin E
1.8mg · 12% DV
Vitamin D
1.05µg · 5% DV
B1
0mg · 0% DV
Minerals
Sodium
120mg · 5% DV
Zinc
0.02mg · 0% DV
Iron
0.02mg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
1.5mg · 0% DV
Sana Margarine Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Sana Margarine
To burn the 108 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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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 Sana Margarine?
Sana Margarine is a vegetable margarine made for spreading and cooking, sold under a familiar household brand in Turkey. It is commonly used as an alternative to butter, both at the table and in home recipes.
It is firm when chilled and softens to a spreadable texture at room temperature, with a mild, fairly neutral taste. In Turkey, it may be spread on bread at breakfast or used in pastries and everyday cooking; elsewhere, it works much like other table margarines for toast, baking or sautéing. It is mostly fat, with very little protein or carbohydrate. For a lighter dish, use a measured amount or alternate it with olive oil where the recipe allows.
How Nutritious Is Sana Margarine?
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 Sana Margarine 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 Sana Margarine Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Sana Margarine Good For?
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Sana Margarine Fat Profile
SATURATED
2.7g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.85g
Omega 6:3 ratio 30:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (30:1).
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