Soy sauce
Categories
| Macros | per 100 g |
|---|---|
| Calories | 53 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Fat | 0.6 g |
| Carbs | 4.9 g |
Soy sauce is a fermented liquid condiment made from soybeans, wheat, salt and water, used in small amounts to season dishes across East and Southeast Asian cuisines and increasingly worldwide. It is rarely consumed in large quantities — a typical serving is around 15 ml (one tablespoon) — but its nutritional profile is worth understanding. Per 100 g, soy sauce provides 53 kcal, 8.1 g of protein, 0.6 g of fat and 4.9 g of carbohydrates, with 0.8 g of fibre and only 0.4 g of sugars. Its most defining mineral is sodium, at a very high 5,493 mg per 100 g, alongside 217 mg of potassium and 40 mg of magnesium. It also contains 3.95 mg of niacin per 100 g. Soy sauce is compatible with vegan, vegetarian, pescatarian and dairy-free dietary patterns, though it typically contains wheat and is not suitable for gluten-free diets unless a tamari or certified gluten-free version is used.
How many calories in soy sauce?
Soy sauce contains 53 kcal per 100 g. A standard tablespoon (about 15 g) comes to roughly 8 kcal, so it adds very little energy to a dish.
How much sodium is in soy sauce?
Soy sauce contains 5,493 mg of sodium per 100 g, making it one of the saltiest condiments by weight. A single tablespoon (15 g) delivers around 824 mg of sodium.
Is soy sauce vegan?
Yes, traditional soy sauce is vegan — it is made from soybeans, wheat, salt and water, with no animal-derived ingredients. It also fits vegetarian, pescatarian and dairy-free dietary patterns.
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Macros · per 100 g
| Macros | Amount |
|---|---|
| Calories | 53.0 kcal |
| Protein | 8.1 g |
| Fat | 0.60 g |
| Carbs | 4.9 g |
| Sugars | 0.40 g |
| Fiber | 0.80 g |
| Minerals | Amount |
|---|---|
| Iron | 1.9 mg |
| Magnesium | 40.0 mg |
| Potassium | 217 mg |
| Sodium | 5493 mg |
| Vitamins | Amount |
|---|---|
| Niacin (B3) | 4.0 mg |
