Salsa picante
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Nutrition Facts
Per 100g
About This Product
Salsa picante by Tabasco scores 8/10 for Weight Loss based on very low calorie density.
Salsa picante by Tabasco provides 60 calories, 0.0g protein, 0.0g fat, and 0.0g carbohydrates per 100g. That gives it a protein efficiency of 0.0g of protein per 100 calories. It scores well for Weight Loss health goals. However, there are some things to be aware of regarding its nutritional aspects.
- ✓Very low calorie density at just 60 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.
- ✓Minimal sugar content at just 0.0g per 100g.
- ⚠High sodium content (2800mg per 100g) — watch intake if monitoring blood pressure.
Deep Analysis
Salsa picante by Tabasco is a lower-calorie option in the hot sauces category at 60 kcal per 100g, compared to the category average of 113.
Nutrition Breakdown
- •Calories: 60 kcal per 100g (category avg: 113)
- •Protein: 0.0g per 100g (category avg: 0.6g)
- •Sodium: 2800mg per 100g — on the higher side
Who Should Eat This
Best suited for people managing calorie intake or on a weight loss plan, people managing blood sugar levels.
Watch Out
- ⚠Sodium at 2800mg per 100g. A 200g serving would provide 5600mg — roughly 243% 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 Salsa picante doesn't perfectly fit your goals, consider looking for less processed alternatives (NOVA Group 1-2). Browse the hot sauces category page on NutritionRanked to compare options side by side.
Ingredients
WATER, RED JALAPEÑO PEPPER, DISTILLED VINEGAR, SALT, GARLIC POWDER, PAPRIKA, SPICES, XANTHAN GUM, TABASCO® BRAND PEPPER SAUCE (DISTILLED VINEGAR, RED PEPPER, SALT)