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Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew)

Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is a spread made from ground almonds, popular in many cuisines as a nut butter alternative for sandwiches, smoothies and baking. It’s prized for its creamy texture and nutty flavor and is often used where peanut butter might be substituted. Nutrition-wise, Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is energy‑dense and provides a good plant protein source with about 20.7g of protein per 100g, along with substantial fiber and predominantly monounsaturated fats; it’s also a notable dietary source of vitamin E and minerals like copper. From a health perspective, almond butter supplies heart‑friendly fats and antioxidant micronutrients, but it is calorie‑rich so portion control matters; it provides moderate protein quality compared with animal proteins and can be a nutritious component of a balanced diet when consumed in moderation.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~2.50€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Almond Butter.

Calories

641 kcal

32% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

21 g

41% RDI

Fat

53 g

4.2g sat fat

Carbs

21 g

8% RDI

Sugar

4.4 g

9% RDI

Fiber

9.6 g

32% RDI

Salt

0.2 g

5% RDI

Nutrition quality

Scored against dietary guidelines. Tap rows for a deeper breakdown.

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.1 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) healthy?

Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is rated moderate (Health Grade C+) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew)?

Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) gluten free?

Yes, Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew)?

100g of Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) contains 641 kcal, 20.7g protein, 21.1g carbohydrates, 52.7g fat, and 9.6g fiber.

Q.04Is Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) vegan?

Yes, Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is vegan.

Q.06Is Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) lactose free?

Yes, Unsweetened Nut Butter (Almond or Cashew) is lactose free.

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