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A mildly sweet, low-calorie sauce made from yellow peppers.
In season: Summer · Autumn
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
2 tablespoon (medium) of Yellow pepper sauce (30 g) has 11 calories. That works out to 35 calories per 100 g. It contains 2.2 g of carbs, 0.3 g of protein, 0.1 g of fat and 0.5 g of fiber. Its 30 mg of Vitamin C covers 33% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 15 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 2 tablespoon (medium) · 30 g
11
KCAL / 30G
Carbs
2.2g
· 1% DV
Protein
0.3g
· 1% DV
Fat
0.1g
· 0% DV
Fiber
0.5g
· 2% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 81% · Protein 11% · Fat 8%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 11 kcal | |
| Total fat | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Saturated fat | 0.01 g | 0% |
| Trans fat | 0 g | |
| Sodium | 36 mg | 2% |
| Total carbohydrate | 2.2 g | 1% |
| Fiber | 0.5 g | 2% |
| Protein | 0.3 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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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 2 tablespoon (medium) | 30 g | 11 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 2 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (small) | 15 g | 5 kcal |
| 3 tablespoon (large) | 45 g | 16 kcal |
| 0.25 cup (medium) | 60 g | 21 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 75 g | 26 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 35 kcal |
| ½ cup (large) | 120 g | 42 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 150 g | 53 kcal |
Calculated from 35 calories per 100 g.
Yellow pepper sauce is usually made from yellow bell peppers blended with ingredients such as olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, and salt. Some versions include herbs, chilli, or cream, so the flavour and texture vary by recipe.
To make yellow pepper sauce, soften or roast yellow peppers, then blend them with olive oil, garlic, and a little lemon juice until smooth. Roasting first adds a deeper, slightly smoky flavour, while pan-cooking keeps the taste fresher.
Yellow pepper sauce tastes mildly sweet and savoury, with a fresh pepper flavour. Roasted peppers make it richer and slightly smoky; lemon or vinegar can add brightness, while chilli gives it heat.
Usually, yellow pepper sauce is mild rather than spicy because yellow bell peppers are not hot. Chilli flakes, hot peppers, or spicy seasoning can be added to make a particular recipe hotter.
Yellow pepper sauce pairs well with grilled vegetables, chicken, fish, roasted potatoes, and sandwiches. Serve it as a dip or spoon it over a main dish to add a mildly sweet pepper flavour.
Yes, yellow pepper sauce works well with fish, especially grilled or baked white fish. Its gentle sweetness complements the fish without overpowering it; a squeeze of lemon can make the pairing taste brighter.
Homemade yellow pepper sauce generally keeps for 3–4 days in a clean, airtight container in the refrigerator. Use a clean spoon when serving, and discard it if you notice mould, an unpleasant smell, or an unusual change in appearance.
Yes, yellow pepper sauce can be frozen in airtight containers or freezer-safe portions. Thaw it in the refrigerator and stir it well before serving, since freezing may make the texture slightly less smooth.
To thicken yellow pepper sauce, simmer it uncovered until some of the liquid evaporates. You can also blend in more cooked pepper; this keeps the pepper flavour more prominent than adding a large amount of flour.
Yes, yellow pepper sauce can be made without roasting the peppers. Cook them in a covered pan until soft, then blend them; the sauce will taste fresher and less smoky than a version made with roasted peppers.
Vitamins
Vitamin C
30mg · 33% DV
B6
0.05mg · 3% DV
Vitamin E
0.21mg · 1% DV
Folate
5.4µg · 1% DV
Minerals
Copper
0.02mg · 2% DV
Sodium
36mg · 2% DV
Potassium ⭐
45mg · 1% DV
Manganese
0.03mg · 1% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
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Yellow pepper sauce is made by blending or cooking yellow sweet peppers into a smooth or slightly textured condiment. Recipes may add olive oil, garlic or herbs, but the peppers’ gentle sweetness is usually the main flavour. It is a versatile sauce rather than one fixed traditional recipe, and versions vary in thickness and seasoning.
Serve it with grilled vegetables, fish or meat, spoon it into sandwiches, or offer it as a dip with bread and crudités. Its mellow taste works well when you want a gentler alternative to a hot sauce. Naturally low in calories, it is mostly a vegetable-based accompaniment rather than a substantial source of protein. For a lighter version, use just enough oil to bring the ingredients together.
High
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
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
0.01g
MONOUNSATURATED
0.01g
POLYUNSATURATED
0.04g
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.