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Salsa Sauce
A tomato-based sauce blended with onions, peppers, herbs, and spices, salsa is commonly used as a dip, condiment, or topping. It’s fresh, tangy, and versatile, making it a staple in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine.
10
1 tbsp
(15 grams)
CAL
A
Nutri-Score
Low in calories and fat, provides vitamins, antioxidants.
Value per 100 grams & per cup (240gr):
40 kcal | 95 kcal
Protein
1 gram | 2 grams
Fats
0.2 grams | 0.5 grams
Carbohydrates
8 grams | 19 grams
Fiber
2 grams | 5 grams
Vitamins & Nutrients
- Vitamin C: Supports immune function and skin health.
- Vitamin A: Promotes vision and skin health.
- Potassium: Supports fluid balance and heart health.
- Lycopene: A powerful antioxidant found in tomatoes that may help protect against disease.
Satiety and Feelings
Salsa is low-calorie and low-fat, so it provides flavor and nutrients without much fullness. Its fiber content is moderate, so it can contribute slightly to satiety when combined with other foods like beans, avocado, or whole-grain chips.
What does 100 grams look like?
Roughly ⅓ cup, about the size of a small ramekin.
What does 2000 | 2500 calories look like?
About 21 cups (5 kg / 11 lbs.) for 2000 kcal, or 26 cups (6.2 kg / 13.7 lbs.) for 2500 kcal.
Daily Value per 100 grams %
Did you know?
Salsa comes from the Spanish word for “sauce.”
It is naturally low in calories and fat, making it a healthy condiment.
Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, an antioxidant linked to heart and skin health.
Salsa can vary in spiciness, depending on jalapeños, serranos, or other chili peppers.
Drawbacks ⚠️
Store-bought salsa may contain added sodium, which can raise blood pressure.
Some varieties include sugar or preservatives, reducing the overall health benefits.
Limited protein and fat, so it’s not very filling on its own.
