Nutrition facts
Per 100 grams
- Energy
- 29 kcal122 kJ
- Carbohydrates
- 6.7 g
- Protein
- 1.4 g
- Total fat
- 0.2 g
- Dietary fiber
- 1.8 g
- Sodium
- 656 mg
- Calcium
- 28 mg
Nutrition referenceCondiments
Salsa
Salsa is a chunky tomato-based sauce with onions, chilies, and cilantro, used as a dip or topping. Per 100 g it provides 29 calories with 6.7 g carbs.
29
kcalper 100g
- Carbs
- 6.7g
- Protein
- 1.4g
- Fat
- 0.2g
Reference values
About this food
Understanding this nutrition reference
Salsa is a chunky sauce made from tomatoes, onions, chilies, cilantro, and seasonings. It is a staple of Mexican cuisine, served as a dip with tortilla chips or as a topping for tacos and other dishes.
Nutritionally, salsa is low in calories and mostly water with some natural sugar. Per 100 g it provides about 29 kcal, 6.7 g of carbohydrates, 1.4 g of protein, and 0.2 g of fat, with 1.8 g of dietary fiber, 656 mg of sodium, and 28 mg of calcium.
Salsa is low in calories, though its sodium can be high. For accurate tracking, measure by the spoonful, and use the serving sizes below.
Portion guidance
How to use the serving references
Nutrition values are reported per 100 g. A typical 2 tbsp serving (about 36 g) provides roughly 10 kcal. Use the serving sizes below to estimate portions when logging.
Questions and answers
Salsa nutrition FAQ
How many calories are in salsa?
Salsa provides about 29 calories per 100 g. A typical 2 tbsp serving (about 36 g) provides roughly 10 calories.
Is salsa low in calories?
Yes. Salsa is mostly vegetables and water, providing about 29 calories per 100 g.
Is salsa high in sodium?
Salsa can be high in sodium, providing about 656 mg per 100 g.
