HOT SAUCE
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
HOT SAUCE by CHOLULA scores 5/10 for Heart Health based on very low saturated fat.
HOT SAUCE by CHOLULA provides 80 calories, 0.0g protein, 0.0g fat, and 20.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.0g of protein per 100 calories. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding certain nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 80 kcal per 100g, making it a good choice for volume eating.
- ✓Very low in saturated fat (0.0g per 100g), which is beneficial for cardiovascular health.
- ✓Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed food). Consider less processed alternatives if clean eating is a priority.
- ⚠High sodium content (3400mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
- ⚠High sugar content (20.0g per 100g) — significant portion of daily recommended limit.
Deep Analysis
HOT SAUCE by CHOLULA sits near the middle of the hot sauces category with 80 kcal per 100g (category avg: 113).
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 80 kcal per 100g (category avg: 113)
- •Protein: 0.0g per 100g (category avg: 0.6g)
- •Sugars: 20.0g per 100g (category avg: 16.3g)
- •Sodium: 3400mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 3400mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 6800mg — roughly 296% of the daily limit.
- ⚠Classified as NOVA Group 4 (ultra-processed). If clean eating matters to you, look for less processed options.
Better Alternatives
If HOT SAUCE doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for lower-sugar options in the same category, less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the hot sauces category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
jalapeno pepper water, sugar, salt, poblano pepper, acetic acid, garlic powder, jalapeno powder, xanthan gum, poblano pepper flavor, sodium benzoate, (preservative) and sodium metabisulfite (preservative),