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Soy-Tomato Sauce Calories
A tomato and soy sauce-based condiment that is typically high in sodium.
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 tablespoon (medium) of Soy-Tomato Sauce (16 g) has 7 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 1.1 g of carbs, 0.4 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.2 g of fiber. Its glycemic index is 40 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Soy-Tomato Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 tablespoon (medium) · 16 g
7
KCAL / 16G
Carbs
1.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0.4g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% 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 64% · Protein 23% · Fat 13%
Soy-Tomato Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 7 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 296 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 1.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0.2 g | 1% |
| Protein | 0.4 g | 1% |
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 Soy-Tomato Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 16 g | 7 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 9 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (large) | 32 g | 14 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 45 g | 20 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 240 g | 108 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Soy-Tomato Sauce
What is Soy-Tomato Sauce?
Soy-Tomato Sauce combines the savory, salty taste associated with soy sauce and the tangy sweetness of tomato. Recipes vary, but garlic, vinegar, sugar, or spices may also be included, so the flavor and ingredients differ between products.
How do you use Soy-Tomato Sauce?
Use Soy-Tomato Sauce as a finishing sauce or cooking ingredient for noodles, rice, stir-fried vegetables, tofu, or meat. Add a little first and taste before seasoning, since the soy-based flavor can make a dish salty quickly.
How do you make Soy-Tomato Sauce at home?
To make Soy-Tomato Sauce, combine tomato purée with soy sauce and add garlic; vinegar, sugar, and spices are optional. Warm it briefly to blend the flavors, then taste before adding salt because the soy sauce is already salty.
Does Soy-Tomato Sauce need to be refrigerated after opening?
Yes, refrigerate Soy-Tomato Sauce after opening and keep the cap tightly closed. For homemade sauce, use a clean sealed container and refrigerate it promptly; follow the package instructions for a commercial product's storage and use-by guidance.
What can I use instead of Soy-Tomato Sauce?
A simple substitute for Soy-Tomato Sauce is tomato purée mixed with a small amount of soy sauce. For a less salty alternative, use reduced-sodium soy sauce; ketchup alone will usually make the dish sweeter and less savory.
Is Soy-Tomato Sauce spicy?
Soy-Tomato Sauce is not necessarily spicy; heat depends on whether chili or other hot spices are added. Check the ingredient list for a bottled sauce, or adjust the chili yourself when making it at home.
Why does Soy-Tomato Sauce taste so salty?
Soy-Tomato Sauce can taste salty because soy sauce is a concentrated source of salt. Use less, dilute it with tomato purée or water, and avoid adding extra salt to the dish until you have tasted it.
Can you use Soy-Tomato Sauce as a marinade?
Yes, Soy-Tomato Sauce can work as a marinade for tofu, vegetables, or meat because its savory flavor clings well. Marinate in the refrigerator, and avoid reusing sauce that has touched raw meat unless you cook it thoroughly first.
Can Soy-Tomato Sauce be used for pasta?
Yes, Soy-Tomato Sauce can season pasta, especially when loosened with a little pasta cooking water. Add it gradually and taste before adding cheese or salt, since both can make an already savory sauce taste too salty.
Is Soy-Tomato Sauce suitable for people with diabetes?
People with diabetes can include Soy-Tomato Sauce, but the amount of sugar and carbohydrate varies by recipe and product. Compare the serving information with your meal plan, particularly if you use a sweetened bottled version.
Soy-Tomato Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
0.8mg · 1% DV
Biotin
0.24µg · 1% DV
B6
0.01mg · 1% DV
B3
0.11mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
296mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.01mg · 1% DV
Potassium ⭐
30mg · 1% DV
Phosphorus
6.08mg · 1% DV
Soy-Tomato Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Soy-Tomato Sauce
To burn the 7 calories in 1 tablespoon (medium) (16 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 Soy-Tomato Sauce?
Soy-Tomato Sauce combines the tang of tomatoes with the savoury, salty depth of soy sauce. It may be smooth or slightly chunky, and recipes vary; it is best understood as a condiment rather than a single traditional dish.
Depending on local tastes, you can serve it with grilled vegetables, rice, noodles, meat, or use a little in sandwiches and marinades. Its bright tomato flavour and umami notes add punch to otherwise simple foods. It is relatively low in fat, but is typically high in sodium, so start with a small amount and taste before adding extra—especially when the rest of the meal is already salty.
How Nutritious Is Soy-Tomato Sauce?
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 Soy-Tomato 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 Soy-Tomato Sauce Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Soy-Tomato Sauce Good For?
Vegan
✓ 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
Soy-Tomato Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.02g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.03g
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