Calories in 3 Tbsp of Sour Cream
3 tbsp of sour cream (45 g) has 88 calories. That is 4% of a 2,000 calorie diet.
The calories come from 1.4 g of protein, 8.1 g of fat and 2.5 g of carbohydrates, a split of 6% protein, 82% fat and 11% carbs. For comparison, 2 tbsp of sour cream has 59 calories. Burning 88 calories takes about 16 minutes of brisk walking or 7 minutes of running for a 155 lb adult, based on Harvard Health Publishing activity estimates.
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Sour Cream: common questions
How many calories are in 3 tbsp of sour cream?
3 tbsp of sour cream weighs about 45 g and has 88 calories.
How much protein is in 3 tbsp of sour cream?
3 tbsp of sour cream has 1.4 g of protein, which is 3% of the 50 g Daily Value.
How many carbs are in 3 tbsp of sour cream?
3 tbsp of sour cream has 2.5 g of carbohydrates, including 0 g of fiber and 1.5 g of sugars.
How much sour cream is 100 calories?
100 calories of sour cream is 51 g, about 1/4 cup of sour cream.
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Source: USDA FoodData Central, FNDDS 2021-2023. FDC ID 2705614. Original description: Sour cream, regular. Portion weights are USDA household measures.