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Tangy sumac-based dressing
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Sumac sour dressing (30 g) has 36 calories. That works out to 120 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.6 g of carbs, 0.2 g of protein, 2.9 g of fat and 0.4 g of fiber. Its 5.4 µg of Vitamin K covers 5% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
36
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.6g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.2g
· 0% DV
Fat
2.9g
· 4% DV
Fiber
0.4g
· 1% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 28% · Protein 2% · Fat 70%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | |
| Total fat | 2.9 g | 4% |
| Saturated fat | 0.42 g | 2% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 186 mg | 8% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.6 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.4 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 | 18 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 6 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 20 g | 24 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (double) | 30 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 48 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (triple) | 45 g | 54 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (quarter) | 60 g | 72 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 120 kcal |
| ½ cup (half) | 120 g | 144 kcal |
Calculated from 120 calories per 100 g.
Sumac sour dressing is a tangy sauce built around sumac, usually mixed with oil and an acidic ingredient such as lemon juice or vinegar. Recipes vary, and may include salt, garlic, or other seasonings rather than following one fixed formula.
Whisk sumac with olive oil, lemon juice or vinegar, and salt to make sumac sour dressing. Let it stand briefly so the sumac can flavor the liquid, then taste and adjust the acidity and oil before serving.
Sumac sour dressing works well on green salads, chopped vegetable salads, roasted vegetables, grilled meats, and kebabs. Its tart, savory flavor can also brighten grain bowls or be served as a dip with flatbread.
Yes, sumac sour dressing can be used as a quick marinade for vegetables or meat. Coat the food lightly and refrigerate it while marinating; avoid leaving acidic dressing on delicate ingredients for too long, as it can change their texture.
Yes, sumac sour dressing can replace some of the lemon juice or vinaigrette on a dish, but it also adds oil and sumac flavor. Use a small amount first, then adjust the dish’s salt and acidity to taste.
No, sumac sour dressing is not the same as za’atar dressing. Sumac is the defining tangy spice in the former, while za’atar is a seasoning blend that commonly includes herbs and sesame as well as sumac.
Homemade sumac sour dressing generally keeps for about 3–4 days in a sealed container in the refrigerator. If it contains fresh herbs, onion, or garlic, use it promptly and discard it if its smell or appearance changes.
Yes, you can freeze sumac sour dressing, but its oil and acidic liquid may separate after thawing. Freeze it in small portions, thaw it in the refrigerator, and whisk it well before using; the texture may not return completely.
Sumac sour dressing can feel gritty because ground sumac contains tiny pieces of fruit skin that do not dissolve completely. Letting the dressing sit and then stirring it helps distribute the spice; strain it if you prefer a smoother texture.
To make sumac sour dressing less sour, whisk in a little more oil or water and taste again. If the recipe includes lemon juice or vinegar, add less next time; a small amount of sweetness can also soften the sharp edge.
Vitamins
Vitamin K
5.4µg · 5% DV
Vitamin E
0.36mg · 2% DV
Vitamin C
1.35mg · 2% DV
B1
0.01mg · 1% DV
Minerals
Sodium
186mg · 8% DV
Manganese
0.11mg · 5% DV
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Iron
0.33mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
33mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Sumac sour dressing is a tangy, oil-based sauce built around sumac, the tart, deep-red spice used widely in Turkish and Eastern Mediterranean cooking. Recipes vary, but the sumac gives it its characteristic sharp, gently earthy flavour.
Its bright sourness works well over chopped salads, grilled vegetables, kebabs and other grilled foods, or alongside a spread of meze. The dressing’s nutritional character is led by fat, with 9.5 g per 100 g. If you want a lighter coating, use a little less or loosen it with lemon juice or water before tossing it through a salad.
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.
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 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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.42g
MONOUNSATURATED
1.86g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.36g
Omega 6:3 ratio 16.5:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (16.5:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.