Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon
Quick answer
A medium portion of Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon (30 g) contains 156 kcal, with 0.5 g of net carbohydrates and 0.6 g of protein.
- Carbs0.5 g1.4%
- Protein0.6 g1.6%
- Fat16.8 g97%
- Fibre0 g
Percentages of total energy (calories)
The elegant daughter of hollandaise, with a unique herbal flavour: an emulsion of butter and egg yolk flavoured with a reduction of fresh French tarragon, shallot and vinegar; the classic partner for grilled steak.
💡 Smart Nutritional Guidance
Consumption advice
Tarragon adds a light aniseed note that enhances red meat without the need for processed sugary sauces.
Best preparation methods
It has almost no carbohydrates (half a gram per serving), which makes it fully suitable for diabetes and low-carb diets.
Important Nutritional Note
Cooking note: the classic restaurant recipe reduces the tarragon with vinegar and white wine, so use herb vinegar only for a fully halal version.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per typical portion (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 520 kcal | 156 kcal |
| Protein | 2.1 g | 0.6 g |
| Carbohydrate | 1.8 g | 0.5 g |
| Available carbohydrate | 1.7 g | 0.5 g |
| Fat | 56 g | 16.8 g |
| Dietary fibre | 0.1 g | 0 g |
The typical portion is approximate, for comparison purposes.
Comparison & smarter alternatives
It has 520 kcal per 100 g, ranking 41 of 43 in Sauces, pickles & olives (lowest first).
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Frequently asked questions
Is Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon good for weight loss?
Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon provides 520 kcal per 100 g, so it is high in calories and fits a weight-loss plan only in small, measured amounts; a 30 g portion gives 156 kcal.
How does Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon affect blood sugar?
Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon contains only 1.7 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, so the glycemic index does not apply and its direct effect on blood sugar is minimal. The meal’s effect depends on what you eat with it, such as bread, rice or sweetened sauces.
What is the nutritional value of a typical portion of Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon?
A typical 30 g portion of Classic French Béarnaise Sauce with Tarragon provides about 156 kcal, 0.6 g protein, 0.5 g carbohydrate, 16.8 g fat and 0 g fibre.
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References & Scientific Sources
- The glycemic index does not apply because this food has less than 5 g of available carbohydrate per 100 g, and a GI test requires 25 to 50 g of available carbohydrate, per: ISO 26642:2010. Food products — Determination of the glycaemic index (GI) and recommendation for food classification. International Organization for Standardization; 2010. www.iso.org/standard/43633.html
- Definition of available carbohydrate and glycemic load: FAO/WHO. Carbohydrates in human nutrition: report of a joint FAO/WHO expert consultation. FAO Food and Nutrition Paper 66. Rome; 1998. www.fao.org/4/w8079e/w8079e00.htm
Reviewed by the WiBo Health medical team · Last reviewed 13 October 2026
Disclaimer: This guidance is for nutritional lifestyle orientation and does not constitute a diagnostic medical device under EU Regulation MDR 2017/745.