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Tomato Dolma Sauce Calories
Tomato-based cooking sauce for stuffed vegetables
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
Quick answer
1 cup (medium) of Tomato Dolma Sauce (240 g) has 108 calories. That works out to 45 calories per 100 g. It contains 13.9 g of carbs, 2.9 g of protein, 5 g of fat and 3.1 g of fiber. Its 20.4 mg of Vitamin C covers 23% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 35 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Tomato Dolma Sauce Nutrition Facts
Selected: 1 cup (medium) · 240 g
108
KCAL / 240G
Carbs
13.9g
· 5% DV
Protein
2.9g
· 6% DV
Fat
5g
· 6% DV
Fiber
3.1g
· 11% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 50% · Protein 10% · Fat 40%
Tomato Dolma Sauce nutrition facts table · 1 cup (medium) (240 g)
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 108 kcal | |
| Total fat | 5 g | 6% |
| Saturated fat | 0.72 g | 4% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 768 mg | 33% |
| Total carbohydrate | 13.9 g | 5% |
| Fiber | 3.1 g | 11% |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
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 Cup of Tomato Dolma Sauce?
| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 cup (medium) | 240 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (thin) | 15 g | 7 kcal |
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 14 kcal |
| 4 tablespoon (thick) | 60 g | 27 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (small) | 60 g | 27 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 45 kcal |
| ½ cup (medium) | 120 g | 54 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 150 g | 68 kcal |
| 1 cup (large) | 240 g | 108 kcal |
Calculated from 45 calories per 100 g.
Frequently Asked Questions About Tomato Dolma Sauce
How do you make Tomato Dolma Sauce at home?
To make Tomato Dolma Sauce, briefly cook grated or chopped tomatoes with a little oil, then season and add water to reach a pourable consistency. Keep it simple so it complements the filling rather than overpowering it.
What is Tomato Dolma Sauce made from?
Tomato Dolma Sauce is a tomato-based cooking sauce for stuffed vegetables. A basic version uses tomatoes, oil, water, and seasonings; some recipes include tomato paste, onion, or garlic for a deeper flavor.
Can Tomato Dolma Sauce replace tomato paste in a dolma recipe?
Yes, Tomato Dolma Sauce can replace tomato paste when the recipe needs a cooking liquid, but it is less concentrated. Reduce other liquids in the recipe, or simmer the sauce first if you need a stronger tomato flavor.
Why is Tomato Dolma Sauce poured around stuffed peppers?
Tomato Dolma Sauce is poured around stuffed peppers to add moisture and flavor as they cook. Pouring it gently around the peppers helps keep the filling in place, while the sauce can still simmer up around them.
Can Tomato Dolma Sauce be used for stuffed grape leaves?
Yes, Tomato Dolma Sauce can be used with stuffed grape leaves, though it gives them a more tomato-forward taste than the lemony cooking liquid used in many traditional recipes. Add a modest amount so it does not mask the leaves’ flavor.
Can you prepare Tomato Dolma Sauce ahead of time?
Yes, Tomato Dolma Sauce can be made ahead and refrigerated in a covered container. Stir it before using, since the liquid may separate slightly, and warm it if you want it to heat the dolma more evenly.
Does Tomato Dolma Sauce work for oven-baked dolma?
Yes, Tomato Dolma Sauce works for oven-baked stuffed vegetables. Pour it into the baking dish around the dolma and cover the dish for much of the cooking so the vegetables stay moist; uncover near the end if you want the sauce to reduce.
How can you stop Tomato Dolma Sauce from making dolma watery?
To keep Tomato Dolma Sauce from making dolma watery, use only enough liquid to surround the vegetables and avoid adding excess water to the sauce. If the dish is already cooked, reduce the leftover sauce separately rather than boiling the dolma further.
How long does leftover Tomato Dolma Sauce keep in the refrigerator?
Leftover Tomato Dolma Sauce keeps for a few days in a covered container in the refrigerator. Chill it promptly after cooking, and reheat it thoroughly before serving; discard sauce that has been left at room temperature for a long time.
Can Tomato Dolma Sauce be frozen?
Yes, Tomato Dolma Sauce freezes well. Cool it, divide it into meal-sized portions, and store it in freezer-safe containers. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it while reheating if the texture has separated.
Tomato Dolma Sauce Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin C
20.4mg · 23% DV
B6
0.24mg · 14% DV
Vitamin E
1.68mg · 11% DV
B3
1.73mg · 11% DV
Minerals
Sodium
768mg · 33% DV
Copper
0.19mg · 21% DV
Potassium ⭐
684mg · 20% DV
Manganese
0.29mg · 13% DV
Tomato Dolma Sauce Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
How to Burn Off Tomato Dolma Sauce
To burn the 108 calories in 1 cup (medium) (240 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 Tomato Dolma Sauce?
Tomato Dolma Sauce is the tomato-based cooking liquid used with dolma: vegetables such as peppers, courgettes or vine leaves filled with a rice-based mixture and simmered until tender. In Turkish home cooking, the sauce is often made from tomato or tomato paste loosened with water, with a little oil and seasoning; it takes on flavour from the filling as everything cooks.
It is usually light, savoury and gently tangy, with a pourable texture. Spoon it over the dolma when serving, or offer it alongside bread and yoghurt. The sauce is mostly liquid and relatively light; it has 45 calories per 100 g. For a lighter version, use less oil and adjust the seasoning to taste.
How Nutritious Is Tomato Dolma 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 Tomato Dolma 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 Tomato Dolma Sauce Contain Allergens?
No known major allergens
Which Diets Is Tomato Dolma 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
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Tomato Dolma Sauce Fat Profile
SATURATED
0.72g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.26g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.82g
Omega 6:3 ratio 10.6:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (10.6:1).
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