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A thick, glossy, pale beige seed sauce sits in a small bowl, with a few tiny darker flecks across its smooth surface.
●Low GI
⚡High Potassium
💪High Protein

Seed sauce Calories

Seed-based sauce; rich in fats and minerals

CALORIES · 100 G

515kcal

GI

15low

POTASSIUM · 100 G

410mg

FIBER · 100 G

7.1g

Quick answer

1 tablespoon (medium) of Seed sauce (15 g) has 77 calories. That works out to 515 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.1 g of carbs, 2.7 g of protein, 6.5 g of fat and 1.1 g of fiber. Its 0.2 mg of Copper covers 18% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.

Seed sauce Nutrition Facts

Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 15 g

77

KCAL / 15G

Carbs

2.1g

· 1% DV

Protein

2.7g

· 5% DV

Fat

6.5g

· 8% DV

Fiber

1.1g

· 4% DV

DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.

Calories come from: Carbs 11% · Protein 14% · Fat 75%

Seed sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g)

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories77 kcal
Total fat6.5 g8%
Saturated fat0.91 g5%
Trans fat0 g
Sodium63 mg3%
Total carbohydrate2.1 g1%
Fiber1.1 g4%
Protein2.7 g5%

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 Seed sauce?

ServingAmountCalories
1 tablespoon (medium)15 g77 kcal
1 teaspoon (small)5 g26 kcal
2 tablespoon (double)30 g155 kcal
1 serving (small)40 g206 kcal
1 serving (medium)60 g309 kcal
0.25 cup (quarter)60 g309 kcal
1 serving (large)90 g464 kcal
100 g100 g515 kcal
½ cup (half)120 g618 kcal

Calculated from 515 calories per 100 g.

Frequently Asked Questions About Seed sauce

What is Seed sauce made from?

Seed sauce is made from ground seeds blended into a spoonable sauce. Sesame is included, while sunflower or other seeds, oil, water, lemon juice, garlic and spices can vary by recipe or product.

How do you make Seed sauce at home?

To make Seed sauce, blend ground seeds with a little water and lemon juice, adding oil gradually until smooth. Season to taste with garlic or spices, and remember that sesame is part of the sauce.

What do you eat Seed sauce with?

Seed sauce works as a dressing for salads and roasted vegetables, a topping for grain bowls, or a dip for bread and raw vegetables. Thin it with a little water if you want it to drizzle easily.

Does Seed sauce taste like tahini?

Seed sauce can taste nutty like tahini, but it is not necessarily the same: tahini is made from sesame alone, while Seed sauce may combine sesame with other seeds and seasonings. Its flavor varies with the blend.

Can Seed sauce be used instead of tahini?

Seed sauce can replace tahini in some dressings and dips, but the result may taste different and have a looser or thicker texture. Start with a smaller amount, then adjust the seasoning and liquid in the recipe.

Why has my Seed sauce separated?

Seed sauce can separate as its oil rises during storage. Stir it thoroughly before serving; if it has thickened, mix in water a little at a time until it reaches the consistency you want.

How should you store Seed sauce after opening?

Keep opened Seed sauce sealed in the refrigerator and follow the product’s storage directions. Use a clean utensil each time, and discard the sauce if its smell, appearance or texture suggests it has spoiled.

Is Seed sauce good for you?

Seed sauce provides fats, fiber and minerals from its seeds, but it is also a rich, concentrated condiment. A modest spoonful can add flavor to vegetables or grains without needing to make it the main part of the meal.

Can you freeze Seed sauce?

Yes, Seed sauce can be frozen in a tightly sealed container, though it may separate or change texture when thawed. Defrost it in the refrigerator, then stir or blend it smooth before serving.

Can people with sesame allergies eat Seed sauce?

No. Seed sauce contains sesame, which can trigger a serious allergic reaction in people with sesame allergy. Avoid it, including sauces served in restaurants, unless the ingredients have been confirmed safe for you.

Seed sauce Vitamins & Minerals

Vitamins

Biotin

2.7µg · 9% DV

Vitamin E

1.31mg · 9% DV

B1

0.06mg · 5% DV

B6

0.07mg · 4% DV

Minerals

Copper

0.17mg · 19% DV

Manganese

0.28mg · 12% DV

Phosphorus

70mg · 10% DV

Magnesium

37mg · 9% DV

Sodium

63mg · 3% DV

Potassium ⭐

62mg · 2% DV

Seed sauce Glycemic Index

GLYCEMIC INDEX

15
Low
0 Low5570100

GLYCEMIC LOAD

0.3
Low

Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.

How to Burn Off Seed sauce

To burn the 77 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (15 g):

🚶

19min

Walking (5 km/h)

🏃

8min

Running (8 km/h)

🚴

10min

Cycling

🏊

9min

Swimming

Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.

What is Seed sauce?

Seed sauce is a thick, savoury sauce made by grinding seeds into a paste and loosening it as needed. Recipes vary: water, oil, citrus juice or seasonings may be added, so the exact flavour and texture depend on the seeds and preparation rather than a single regional formula.

Its rich, lightly toasted taste works well with salads, roasted vegetables, sandwiches and grain bowls. Serve it as a dip with bread or crunchy vegetables, or spoon a little over a simple meal. Seeds give it a substantial amount of fat as well as protein and fibre, making it more filling than a thin dressing. If you prefer a lighter, pourable consistency, stir in water and a squeeze of lemon rather than adding more oil.

How Nutritious Is Seed sauce?

Nutrient density

High

63/ 100

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

57/ 100

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 Seed 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 Seed sauce Contain Allergens?

Contains these allergens:

Gluten free
Dairy free
Eggs free
Peanuts free
Tree nuts free
Fish free
Soy free
Sesame yes

Which Diets Is Seed sauce 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

✓ Suitable

Low FODMAP

— Not suitable

Seed sauce Fat Profile

SATURATED

0.91g

MONOUNSATURATED

2.22g

POLYUNSATURATED

2.83g

⚖️

Omega 6:3 ratio 92:1

Above the ideal 4:1 (92:1).

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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.