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Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened)

Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is a smooth spread made from ground sunflower seeds, commonly used as a nut-free alternative to nut butters in sandwiches, baking and sauces. It appears in many cuisines as a sandwich spread or ingredient for dressings and dips, prized for its mild, slightly sweet flavor and creamy texture. Nutrition-wise, Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is energy-dense and rich in healthy unsaturated fats and plant protein, and it is a particularly good source of vitamin E (26 mg α‑TE per 100g), an antioxidant that helps protect cells from oxidative damage. It also provides fiber and minerals like copper. From a health perspective, sunflower seed butter offers heart-friendly unsaturated fats and useful micronutrients, but like other seed/nut butters it’s calorie-dense and shouldn't be overeaten if you’re watching intake; it’s also not a complete protein, so combine it with other protein sources for better amino acid balance.

Vegan · Lactose free · Gluten free · Processed · ~1.40€/100g

Kinome Health Grade

C+

Fair

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Nutrition

Macronutrients per selected portion. Derived from Sunflower Seed Butter.

Calories

617 kcal

31% of Daily kcal · energy-dense

Protein

17 g

35% RDI

Fat

57 g

6g sat fat

Carbs

18 g

6% RDI

Sugar

2.7 g

5% RDI

Fiber

8.6 g

29% RDI

Salt

0 g

0% RDI

Nutrition quality

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

Composite score - weighted by current nutrition science

C+ · 6.2 / 10

Frequently asked

Q.01Is Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) healthy?

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

Q.03What NOVA processing level is Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened)?

Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is NOVA 3 - Processed.

Q.05Is Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) gluten free?

Yes, Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is gluten free.

Q.02What are the macros in Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened)?

100g of Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) contains 617 kcal, 17.3g protein, 17.7g carbohydrates, 56.8g fat, and 8.6g fiber.

Q.04Is Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) vegan?

Yes, Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is vegan.

Q.06Is Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) lactose free?

Yes, Sunflower Seed Butter (Unsweetened) is lactose free.

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