Oil & sauces at home: track without scales and keep the taste

At home, calorie “leaks” often come not from the meal itself, but from what we add to make it tastier: oil, sauces, dressings.

Easy levels to use

• 1 tsp of oil: a small taste boost.
• 1 tbsp of oil: already a meaningful amount.
• A generous pour: often 2+ tablespoons (mark it honestly).

Keep the taste and stay in control

1. Keep sauce on the side and add gradually.
2. Use acid (lemon/vinegar) + spices to amplify flavor without oil.
3. If the meal feels “dry”, add a bit — just track it.

How to use NutriAI

After the photo, tap oil/sauce buttons — you’ll get a more honest estimate.

Read next:

• Hidden calories: oil, sauces and drinks
• Confidence & assumptions: how to make photo estimates more accurate