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Popeyes

Barbeque

The Popeyes Barbeque has 45 calories, with 0g protein, 10g carbs, 8g sugar, and 320mg sodium.

Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sodium & sugar. Light on fiber & protein.

Vegan
45
Calories
0g
Protein
10g
Carbs
320mg
Sodium
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Portion check

How much is this, really?

Just a taste
A tiny snack — great if you're not very hungry
120

1 × 45 cal = 45 cal

Here's what this means for your daily nutrition

14%
Sodium320mg
0%
Sat Fat0g
16%
Sugar8g

Easy on the sodium, sat fat, and sugar. A solid pick.

By the numbers

Nutrition & Nom Score

Nutrition Facts
Calories
45

% Daily Value*

Total Fat
0g0%
Saturated Fat
0g0%
Trans Fat
0g
Cholesterol
0mg0%
Sodium
320mg14%
Total Carbohydrates
10g4%
Dietary Fiber
0g0%
Total Sugars
8g
Protein
0g0%

* The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Nom Score BreakdownF
Nutrients to watch
Sodium
640.0 mg/100cal
← Best
poorTarget: <= 100
Sat Fat
0.0 g/100cal
← Best
excellentTarget: <= 1
Sugar
16.0 g/100cal
← Best
poorTarget: <= 1
Portion size
Portion
45 cal
← Best
excellentTarget: <= 400 cal
Good stuff
Fiber
0.0 g/100cal
Best →
poorTarget: >= 1.4
Protein
0.0 g/100cal
Best →
poorTarget: >= 6
Nom Score measures nutrition per calorie. Weights: Sodium (30%), Sat Fat (20%), Sugar (25%), Portion (10%), Fiber (10%), Protein (5%).

What's inside

Ingredients

Bold BQ
High fructose corn syrup, distilled vinegar, tomato paste, water, corn syrup, molasses, salt, soy sauce (water, soybeans, wheat, salt, sodium benzoate [preservative]), food starch-modified, natural smoke flavor, soybean oil, potassium sorbate & sodium benzoate (preservative), spices, onion powder, caramel color, paprika, garlic powder, propylene glycol alginate.

Frequently asked questions

Is the Popeyes Barbeque healthy?

The Popeyes Barbeque earns a Nom Score of F (30/100). Great sat fat & portion. Watch the sodium & sugar. Light on fiber & protein.

How many calories are in the Popeyes Barbeque?

The Popeyes Barbeque has 45 calories, with 0g protein, 10g carbs, 8g sugar, and 320mg sodium.

What is in the Popeyes Barbeque?

The Popeyes Barbeque is made from 1 component: Bold BQ. The full ingredient list for each is shown on this page.

Is the Popeyes Barbeque gluten-free?

No — the allergen information for the Popeyes Barbeque lists wheat or gluten.

Is the Popeyes Barbeque vegetarian or vegan?

Yes — the Popeyes Barbeque is marked both vegetarian and vegan at Popeyes.

Does the Popeyes Barbeque contain artificial additives?

The Popeyes Barbeque lists 4 commonly-flagged additives: high-fructose corn syrup, sodium benzoate, propylene glycol, caramel color.

What is the Nom Score of the Popeyes Barbeque?

It scores F — poor. The Nom Score grades every item A–F on nutritional quality per calorie (sodium, sugar, saturated fat, fiber, protein, and portion size).

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