BBQ Sauce
Buffalo Sauce
Blue Cheese Sauce
A rich and tangy sauce made from blue cheese, cream, and often mayonnaise or buttermilk. Popular on steak, salads, and as a dipping sauce for wings and vegetables.
55
1 tbsp
(15 ml)
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Nutri-Score
Contains calcium and flavorful fats, but is high in saturated fat, sodium.
Value per 100 ml & per cup (240ml):
350 kcal | 840 kcal
Protein
7 grams | 17 grams
Fats
35 grams | 85 grams
Carbohydrates
4 grams | 10 grams
Fiber
None
Vitamins & Nutrients
- Calcium: Supports strong bones and teeth.
- Vitamin A: Maintains healthy vision and skin.
- Phosphorus: Works with calcium to support bone health.
Satiety and Feelings
Blue cheese sauce is rich, creamy, and satisfying in small portions due to its fat content. It adds flavor quickly but lacks fiber, so it doesn't promote long-lasting fullness.
What does 100 ml look like?
Roughly ⅓ cup of sauce.
What does 2000 | 2500 calories look like?
About 4¾ cups of sauce (1 liter / 2 lbs.)
Daily Value per 100 milliliters %
Did you know?
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Blue cheese gets its flavor from cultures of the mold Penicillium roqueforti.
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The sauce was popularized in the U.S. as a staple dipping sauce for Buffalo wings.
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Homemade versions often include lemon juice, garlic, or buttermilk to add balance.
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Blue cheese has natural antibacterial properties due to its mold content.
Drawbacks ⚠️
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High in saturated fat, which may affect heart health.
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Rich in sodium, which can raise blood pressure if overconsumed.
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Often made with cream and mayo, making it very calorie-dense.
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Not suitable for lactose-intolerant individuals or those allergic to mold-based cheeses.
