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Sambal oelek
Sambal oelek provides 43 kcal per 100 g, with 3.2 g of sugars and 1.7 g of protein. That is 15% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Sambal oelek category and comes in a 200 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 43 kcal | 65 −34% |
| Total fat | 1.5 g | 2.4 −38% |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 0.4 −29% |
| Carbohydrates | 3.2 g | 7.2 −56% |
| Total sugars | 3.2 g | 3.8 −15% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 2 −100% |
| Protein | 1.7 g | 1.7 |
| Salt | 12.3 g | 9.4 +31% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 15 Sambal oelek products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other sambal oelek
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
NL SAMBAL DELEK - 86% chilipepers, zout voedingszuur (E260), conserveermiddel (E202 FR SAMBAL OELEK - 86 % piments, sel, acidifiant (E260), conservateur (E202).
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 200 g
- Labels & certifications
- Green DotNutriscoreNutriscore Grade B
- Sold in
- Belgium
- Barcode
- 5400141288407
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Sambal oelek?
Sambal oelek contains 43 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Sambal oelek?
Sambal oelek has 3.2 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Sambal oelek healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 31, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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