8 popular condiments and their calorie counts

Condiments not just amp up the taste and texture of any dish; indirectly, they also impact the overall calorie intake and health in the long run. Unfortunately, many of the readily available condiments contain hidden sugars and fats, and one should be careful while adding them to their soups, salads, stews, and curries. Here, we have curated a list of popular condiments and the calories they contain, as mentioned by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA). Scroll down to read the details.

1 tablespoon serving of tomato ketchup contains around 17 calories, along with 4.7 g carbohydrates, 3.6 g suvar, and 0.2 g protein.

1 tablespoon serving of hummus offers 36 calories along with 2.3 g carbohydrates, 2.7 g fat, 0.1 g sugar, and 1.2 g protein.

1 teaspoon of Sriracha, which is made with chili peppers, vinegar, garlic, sugar, and salt contains 6 calories.

According to USDA, 1 tablespoon serving of this sauce contains 29 calories, 5.6 g sugar, and 0.1 g protein.

2 tablespoons serving of this sauce, offers 139 calories, 7 g carbohydrates, 12.2 g fat, and 4.7 g sugar.

This popular condiment, which is made with a blend of oil, vinegar, egg yolk, and spices, contains 94 calories per 1 tbsp serving. It also contains 19.3 g fat, 0.1 g sugar, and 0.1 g protein.

This condiment made with basil, olive oil, pine nuts, and Parmesan cheese contains 260 calories per 1/4 cup serving along with 3.7 g carbohydrate, 25.9 g fat, 1.2 g sugar, and 3 g protein.

1 teaspoon serving of this sauce offers around 3 calories, along with 0.3 g carbohydrate, 0.2 g fat, and 0.2 g protein.

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