Hot Sauce Calories and Macros — Nutrition Facts per 1 tsp (5g)

Tracking hot sauce? Expect 1 calories per 1 tsp (5g), with 0.1g of protein, 0g of carbs, and 0g of fat. The full micronutrient picture and goal-fit notes follow, with figures drawn from USDA FoodData Central.

Hot Sauce nutrition facts

*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Source: USDA FoodData Central.

Essentially free on the calorie front — a great way to add big flavor to plain foods without adding fat or sugar.

How does hot sauce fit your goals?

With 0.1g of protein per 1 tsp (5g), hot sauce is a workhorse for anyone tracking macros for weight loss or muscle gain. Protein is the most satiating macro and the hardest to over-eat by accident, which is why high-protein foods anchor most successful cutting and recomposition plans. A single serving covers roughly 0% of a 150g daily protein target — the kind of number that adds up quickly when you build meals around it.

Diet-wise, hot sauce fits keto, low-carb, and high-protein eating patterns.

How hot sauce compares to other condiments & sauces

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