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Balsamic vinegar
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 88 kcal —
- Protein 0.5 g 1%
- Carbohydrate 17 g 6%
- Fat 0 g 0%
- Saturated fat 0 g 0%
- Fibre 0.8 g 3%
- Sugars 15 g —
- Sodium 23 mg 1%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 0 mg 0%
- Pantothenic acid (B5) 0.07 mg 1%
- Vitamin B6 1.7 mg 101%
- Folate (B9) 5.5 µg 1%
Minerals
- Calcium 27 mg 2%
- Iron 0.72 mg 4%
- Magnesium 12 mg 3%
- Phosphorus 19 mg 2%
- Potassium 112 mg 2%
- Zinc 0.08 mg 1%
- Copper 0.03 mg 3%
- Manganese 0.13 mg 6%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 88 | 0.5 g | 17 g | 0 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 16 g | 14 | 0.1 g | 2.7 g | 0 g |
| 1 × cup | 255 g | 224 | 1.2 g | 43 g | 0 g |
| 1 × tsp | 5.3 g | 5 | 0 g | 0.9 g | 0 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 32 g | 28 | 0.2 g | 5.4 g | 0 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 8 g | 7 | 0 g | 1.4 g | 0 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 48 g | 42 | 0.2 g | 8.2 g | 0 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 64 g | 56 | 0.3 g | 11 g | 0 g |
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Questions about Balsamic vinegar
How do you make a balsamic glaze?
Simmer balsamic vinegar gently in a small pan for about 10 minutes, stirring often, until it coats the back of a spoon; it thickens further as it cools. Keep the heat low so its sugars do not scorch.
What does balsamic vinegar go well with?
Drizzle it over tomatoes with mozzarella, roasted vegetables or grilled aubergine. A few drops also bring out the sweetness of strawberries and peaches.
How should you store balsamic vinegar after opening?
Keep the bottle tightly closed in a cool, dark cupboard; refrigeration is not needed. Wipe the neck clean if sticky vinegar builds up around the cap.
What can you use instead of balsamic vinegar?
For a salad dressing, use red wine vinegar with a little honey or sugar to bring in balsamic’s sweetness. It will be sharper and less rounded, so start with less and taste.
How is traditional balsamic vinegar made?
It is made by slowly cooking grape must—the juice and skins of crushed grapes—then ageing it in a succession of wooden barrels. Most everyday balsamic vinegar is a quicker-made blend of grape must and wine vinegar.
Is balsamic vinegar sweeter than red wine vinegar?
Yes. Balsamic vinegar has a sweet, concentrated flavour, while red wine vinegar is sharper; it also contains more carbohydrate per 100 g, at 17 g compared with 0.27 g.
How much balsamic vinegar is a typical serving?
A tablespoon is a useful amount for dressing a salad or finishing a dish. It provides 14 kcal.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 172241 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
