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Barbecue Sauce

Barbecue Sauce is a sweet, tangy and often smoky condiment most associated with American and Southern/Texan barbecue traditions, used to glaze or serve with grilled meats and sandwiches. It is known for its bold flavor rather than its nutritional value. Nutritionally, Barbecue Sauce is typically high in added sugars — about 33.2g per 100g in this example — and it usually contributes notable salt as well, while providing very little fiber or protein. Because barbecue sauce is a highly processed, flavor-forward product, it is not a significant source of vitamins or minerals and is best used in small amounts or swapped for lower-sugar alternatives when trying to reduce added sugar and sodium intake.

Vegetarian · Lactose free · Ultra-processed · ~0.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

E-

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

172 kcal

9% of Daily kcal · low-calorie

Protein

0.8 g

2% RDI

Fat

0.6 g

0g sat fat

Carbs

41 g

15% RDI

Sugar

33 g

66% RDI

Fiber

0.9 g

3% RDI

Salt

1 g

21% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

E- · 1.4 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Barbecue Sauce healthy?

Barbecue Sauce is rated E- on overall nutritional quality and is best consumed in moderation alongside more nutrient-dense foods.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Barbecue Sauce?

Barbecue Sauce is NOVA 4 - Ultra-processed.

Q.05Is Barbecue Sauce lactose free?

Yes, Barbecue Sauce is lactose free.

Q.02What are the macros in Barbecue Sauce?

100g of Barbecue Sauce contains 172 kcal, 0.82g protein, 40.8g carbohydrates, 0.63g fat, and 0.9g fiber.

Q.04Is Barbecue Sauce vegetarian?

Yes, Barbecue Sauce is vegetarian but not vegan.

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