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Peanut Butter

Peanut Butter is a spread made by grinding roasted peanuts into a paste and is commonly used in sandwiches, baking, smoothies and many cuisines as a savory-sweet ingredient. It is calorie-dense and a notable source of plant protein, providing about 22.2g of protein per 100g, along with dietary fiber and B vitamins like niacin. Nutritionally it delivers mainly fat—largely monounsaturated fats—plus some fiber and minerals such as copper, so it can contribute to satiety and heart-healthy fats when eaten in moderation. Many commercially available varieties are processed and can contain added salt, sugar or oils, so choosing natural or minimally processed options helps retain the favorable protein quality and healthy fat profile; however, peanut butter is not a major source of antioxidant pigments like carotenoids or polyphenols compared with fruits and vegetables.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.00€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Averaged from verified sources.

Calories

598 kcal

30% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

22 g

44% RDI

Fat

51 g

10g sat fat

Carbs

22 g

8% RDI

Sugar

11 g

21% RDI

Fiber

5 g

17% RDI

Salt

0.4 g

9% RDI

Nutrition quality

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Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C · 5.5 / 10

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Frequently asked

Q.01Is Peanut Butter healthy?

Peanut Butter is rated moderate (Health Grade C) per 100g and can be part of a balanced diet.

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Peanut Butter?

Peanut Butter is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Peanut Butter gluten free?

Yes, Peanut Butter is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Peanut Butter?

100g of Peanut Butter contains 598 kcal, 22.2g protein, 22.3g carbohydrates, 51.4g fat, and 5g fiber.

Q.04Is Peanut Butter vegan?

Yes, Peanut Butter is vegan.

Q.06Is Peanut Butter lactose free?

Yes, Peanut Butter is lactose free.

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