Romesco
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 24.0 g |
| Carbs | 11.0 g |
Romesco is a Spanish sauce originating from Catalonia, traditionally made from roasted red peppers, tomatoes, almonds or hazelnuts, olive oil, garlic and vinegar. It is commonly served as a dip, spread or accompaniment to grilled vegetables, fish and the spring onion dish calcots. Per 100 g, romesco provides 280 kcal, 4.5 g of protein, 24 g of fat — largely from nuts and olive oil — 11 g of carbohydrates and 3 g of dietary fibre. It contributes 280 mg of potassium, 55 mg of calcium, 12 mg of vitamin C and 60 mcg of vitamin A per 100 g. No glycemic index data is available for this sauce. Romesco is suitable for vegan, vegetarian, gluten-free, dairy-free, pescatarian and Mediterranean dietary patterns.
How many calories in romesco sauce?
Romesco contains 280 kcal per 100 g, making it a calorie-dense condiment due to its high nut and olive oil content. A typical serving as a dip or spread is around 30–40 g, which works out to roughly 85–110 kcal.
Is romesco vegan?
Yes, traditional romesco sauce is vegan. It is made entirely from plant-based ingredients — roasted peppers, tomatoes, nuts, olive oil and garlic — and contains no animal products.
Is romesco sauce healthy?
Romesco has a high fat content at 24 g per 100 g, though most of this comes from nuts and olive oil. It also provides 4.5 g of protein, 3 g of fibre, 280 mg of potassium and 12 mg of vitamin C per 100 g, making it a nutritionally varied sauce when used in moderate portions.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 280 kcal |
| Protein | 4.5 g |
| Fat | 24.0 g |
| Carbs | 11.0 g |
| Sugars | 4.5 g |
| Fiber | 3.0 g |
| Fats breakdown | Amount |
|---|---|
| Saturated | 2.5 g |
| Monounsaturated | 16.0 g |
| Polyunsaturated | 4.5 g |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calcium | 55.0 mg |
| Iron | 1.2 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Sodium | 220 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Vitamin A | 60.0 mcg |
| Vitamin C | 12.0 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 0 mcg |