Horseradish Paste

TLDRLast updated 3 October 2026

Horseradish paste is low FODMAP at 21 g, approximately 1 tablespoon. Fructans are moderate at 69 g and high at 88 g; the other five FODMAP groups remain low.

Serving sizes for horseradish paste

The low reference is 21 g; 69 g is moderate and 88 g is high for fructans.

Low
1 tablespoonabout 21 g

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Horseradish Paste and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
1 tablespoon21 gFructans 0.07 gLow
3¼ tablespoons69 gFructans 0.24 gModerate
4 tablespoons88 gFructans 0.3 gAvoid

Breakdown for 1 tablespoon

0gFructose
0gLactose
0.07gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
1 tablespoonabout 21 g

Is horseradish paste low FODMAP?

The preparation is a paste, not every creamy horseradish dressing, wasabi-style product or freshly grated root. A mixed sauce can contain dairy or other added ingredients, so the paste's portion cannot automatically describe the finished condiment. Match the product description and ingredients.

Horseradish Paste and IBS: what to know

For IBS, distinguish the FODMAP rating from the sharpness of the flavour and your own response. A pungent taste does not measure the fructan portion. Note the amount spread on a sandwich or served with a meal, including additions made at the table.

Gut-friendly ways to eat horseradish paste

Weigh the paste before adding a small amount to a dressing or serving it alongside a roast dish. If mixing it with yoghurt or mayonnaise, assess that ingredient separately and calculate the paste in your own portion. Mint sauce or thick mint sauce can offer a different accompaniment, but their portion figures are separate rather than substitutes for the horseradish weight.

Frequently asked questions

How much horseradish paste is low FODMAP?

The listed low portion is 21 g, approximately 1 tablespoon. Weigh a thick or heaped spoonful to keep the amount clear.

Does a strong flavour mean it is high FODMAP?

Flavour intensity does not establish the FODMAP rating. This paste has a low reference, with fructans rising at the larger listed weights.

Can I use this for creamy horseradish sauce?

A creamy sauce is a mixed preparation. Count the paste if making it yourself and check the other ingredients; use product-specific guidance for a ready-made version.

Is horseradish paste interchangeable with wasabi paste?

No. Products sold under those names may have different ingredients and processing. This guide does not establish a serving for a wasabi-style condiment.

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Sources and editorial notes

Published and maintained by Gut Friendly. This guide has not been independently reviewed by a dietitian. Serving information comes from our food catalogue. Where references are listed, they explain the research and preparation differences. Check the original source for current portions.

Gut Friendly provides general information, not medical advice.