Hungarian sauce

Hungarian sauce

GI 35 · LowGL 0.5 / tablespoon7/10

Low GI

35 GI

GL 0.5 per typical tablespoon (15 g) · GL 3 per 100 g

Logi score 7/10
  • Low calorie content
  • Sodium content

Hungarian sauce has a glycemic index of 35, lower than plain Savory Sauce (45). One typical tablespoon (15 g) adds a glycemic load of 0.5.

Updated Mar 17, 2026 · Sources: Logi Nutrition Team (USDA-derived composition, AI-assisted) · Not medical advice · Report an error

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Nutrition Facts (per 100g)

45
Calories
8 g
Carbs
1.5 g
Protein
0.5 g
Fat
per 100g
Calories45 kcal
Carbohydrates8 g
Sugars (Total)5 g
Natural5 g
Added0 g
Fiber2 g
Soluble0.6 g
Insoluble1.4 g
Protein1.5 g
Fat0.5 g
Saturated0.1 g
Unsaturated0.3 g
Sodium350 mg

Processing Level

60%
Moderate
Why this score?
  • Low calorie content
  • High fiber content
  • Low glycemic load
  • Sodium content
  • Low protein content

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Allergens

No EU-14 allergen listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the glycemic index of Hungarian sauce?

Hungarian sauce has a glycemic index of 35 (Low). One typical tablespoon (15 g) has a glycemic load of 0.5; per 100 g the glycemic load is 3.

Is Hungarian sauce good for people with insulin resistance?

Hungarian sauce has a low glycemic index (35), making it a good option for people with insulin resistance. It causes a slow, gradual rise in blood sugar.

Which form of Savory Sauce has the lowest glycemic load?

Among the forms of Savory Sauce in this database, Caper and chive sauce has the lowest glycemic load (0.4 per 100 g).

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