Simple Dipping Sauce for Breadsticks
A simple dipping sauce for breadsticks is a quick, flavorful accompaniment often made with ingredients like olive oil, herbs, garlic, and sometimes vinegar or cheese. It is commonly found in Italian-American cuisine, where it serves as a versatile pairing for warm, crispy breadsticks.
🍳 View the full Simple Dipping Sauce for Breadsticks recipe →
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This sauce is typically high in healthy fats from olive oil, with minimal carbs and protein, providing a good source of monounsaturated fats and antioxidants from herbs. A standard serving (about 2 tablespoons) contains roughly 100-120 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 120 kcal |
| Protein | 1 g |
| Carbs | 2 g |
| Fat | 12 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 0.5 g |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Sodium | 480 mg |
| Potassium | 50 mg |
| Calcium | 10 mg |
| Iron | 0.3 mg |
| Vitamin A | 15 mcg RAE |
| Vitamin E | 1 mg |
| Vitamin K | 5 mcg |
| Magnesium | 5 mg |
Per 1/4 cup (60 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, it reflects the Italian tradition of using olive oil as a base for dips, enhancing simple bread with rich flavors. Nutritionally, the herbs and garlic add anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties, making it a flavorful yet health-conscious choice.
🍽️ Related dishes
AI estimate may be inaccurate · Terms