Hollandaise sauce: Calories, Macros, 22 Vitamins & 11 Minerals (USDA Per 100g)
A classic French emulsion sauce, rich and creamy, made from egg yolks, melted butter, and lemon juice or vinegar, often served with eggs Benedict or asparagus. --- RECIPE --- Servings: 4 Prep Time: 10 minutes Ingredients: - 3 large egg yolks - 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice - 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter, melted and hot - Pinch of cayenne pepper (optional) - Salt to taste Instructions: 1. In a heatproof bowl, whisk egg yolks and lemon juice together until light and frothy. Place the bowl over a saucepan of simmering water (bain-marie), ensuring the bottom of the bowl does not touch the water. 2. Continue whisking constantly until the mixture thickens slightly and coats the back of a spoon (about 3-5 minutes). Do not let the eggs scramble. 3. Remove the bowl from the heat. Slowly drizzle in the hot melted butter in a thin stream, whisking continuously, until the sauce is thick and emulsified. If the sauce becomes too thick, whisk in a teaspoon of warm water. 4. Stir in cayenne pepper (if using) and season with salt to taste. 5. Serve immediately. If not serving immediately, keep warm over very low heat or in a thermos for a short period.
Per 100g reference serving, Hollandaise sauce provides 546 kcal of energy, 5.4g protein (4% of calories), 1.03g total carbohydrates (1% of calories, including 0g dietary fiber and 0.77g sugars), and 58g total fat (95% of calories).
Vitamins Profile in Hollandaise sauce (Per 100g)
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| Vitamin / Bioactive | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin C (Ascorbic Acid) | 3.9 mg | 4.3% DV |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 1.9 µg | 9.5% DV |
| Vitamin B12 (Cobalamin) | 0.47 µg | 19.6% DV |
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 569 µg | 63.2% DV |
| Vitamin E (Alpha-Tocopherol) | 1.71 mg | 11.4% DV |
| Vitamin K (Phylloquinone) | 4.4 µg | 3.7% DV |
| Vitamin B1 (Thiamin) | 0.048 mg | 4% DV |
| Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin) | 0.121 mg | 9.3% DV |
| Vitamin B3 (Niacin) | 0.015 mg | 0.1% DV |
| Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine) | 0.094 mg | 5.5% DV |
| Total Folate (Vitamin B9) | 38 µg | 9.5% DV |
| Folate (Dietary Folate Equivalents) | 38 µg | 9.5% DV |
| Natural Food Folate | 38 µg | 9.5% DV |
| Choline | 209 mg | 37.9% DV |
| Preformed Retinol | 558 µg | 62% DV |
| Beta-Carotene | 127 µg | 3.5% DV |
| Alpha-Carotene | 13 µg | 1.1% DV |
| Beta-Cryptoxanthin | 15 µg | 2.5% DV |
| Lutein + Zeaxanthin | 330 µg | 3.3% DV |
| Lycopene | 1 µg | 0% DV |
Minerals & Electrolytes in Hollandaise sauce (Per 100g)
Electrolyte ratios (potassium-to-sodium, calcium-to-magnesium) and trace minerals (iron, zinc, selenium, copper, manganese) determine cellular hydration, oxygen transport, and thyroid function.
| Mineral / Electrolyte | Amount per 100g | % Daily Value (FDA DV) |
|---|---|---|
| Iron (Fe) | 0.86 mg | 4.8% DV |
| Calcium (Ca) | 52 mg | 4% DV |
| Magnesium (Mg) | 3 mg | 0.7% DV |
| Potassium (K) | 57 mg | 1.2% DV |
| Zinc (Zn) | 0.74 mg | 6.7% DV |
| Selenium (Se) | 16.8 µg | 30.5% DV |
| Phosphorus (P) | 131 mg | 10.5% DV |
| Copper (Cu) | 0.028 mg | 3.1% DV |
| Sodium (Na) | 329 mg | 14.3% DV |
Fatty Acids, Omega-3s & Sterols (Per 100g)
| Lipid / Fatty Acid | Amount per 100g | % Reference Target |
|---|---|---|
| Omega-3 DHA (Docosahexaenoic Acid) | 0.035 g | 7% DV |
| Omega-3 EPA (Eicosapentaenoic Acid) | 0.018 g | 3.6% DV |
| Omega-3 ALA (Alpha-Linolenic Acid) | 0.23 g | 14.4% DV |
| Linoleic Acid (Omega-6 PUFA) | 2.41 g | 17.2% DV |
| Monounsaturated Fat (MUFA) | 13.7 g | 45.5% DV |
| Polyunsaturated Fat (PUFA) | 2.77 g | 13.9% DV |
| Saturated Fat (SFA) | 30.2 g | 100% DV |
| Dietary Cholesterol | 466 mg | 100% DV |
Essential Amino Acids & BCAAs (Per 100g)
| Amino Acid | Amount per 100g | % Daily Reference |
|---|---|---|
| Trace / Not significant per 100g serving | ||
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Frequently Asked Questions
100 grams of Hollandaise sauce contains 546 calories (kcal), 5.4g of protein, 1.03g of carbohydrates (0g fiber, 0.77g total sugars), and 58g of total fat according to the USDA Standard Reference dataset in Wise Eating.
Hollandaise sauce has an estimated food pH of 6.2 and a Potential Renal Acid Load (PRAL) score of 5.54 mEq/100g, classifying it as Acid-Forming (Positive PRAL).
Allergen tags for Hollandaise sauce: Milk, Eggs. In Wise Eating's WHO-aligned pediatric feeding database, the minimum age guideline is 8+ months with age-appropriate preparation.
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