Vinegar (Balsamic)

TLDRLast updated 21 September 2026

Balsamic vinegar: 35 ml is low FODMAP; 40 ml is moderate FODMAP; 47 ml is high FODMAP.

Last updated 21 September 2026

Serving sizes for vinegar (balsamic)

Balsamic vinegar: 35 ml is low FODMAP; 40 ml is moderate FODMAP; 47 ml is high FODMAP.

Low
20 mlabout 1 tablespoon

Tested serving sizes

Tested serving sizes for Vinegar (Balsamic) and their Gut Friendly rating
ServingAmountMain FODMAPRating
20 ml portion20 mlFructans 0.03 gLow
35 ml portion35 mlFructans 0.05 gLow
2 tablespoons40 mlFructose 0.1 gModerate
47 ml portion47 mlFructose 0.15 gAvoid

Breakdown for 20 ml

0.03gFructose
0gLactose
0.03gFructans
0gGOS
0gSorbitol
0gMannitol
20 mlabout 1 tablespoon

Is vinegar (balsamic) low FODMAP?

At 35 ml, all listed FODMAP components are low. At 40 ml, excess fructose is moderate. At 47 ml, excess fructose is high.

Vinegar (Balsamic) and IBS: what to know

Serving ratings depend on the amount and the preparation. The portions here describe Balsamic vinegar.

Gut-friendly ways to eat vinegar (balsamic)

Measure the portion in millilitres. For a shared recipe, divide the total ingredient amount by the number of portions. Use the matching entry for a different preparation or product.

Frequently asked questions

What are the FODMAP serving sizes for Vinegar (Balsamic)?

Balsamic vinegar: 35 ml is low FODMAP; 40 ml is moderate FODMAP; 47 ml is high FODMAP.

Do these portions apply to other preparations?

These values describe Balsamic vinegar. Use the corresponding food entry for a different variety, preparation or product.

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