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Butter (plain, unsalted) Calories
Rich source of fat, contains vitamins A and D
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Butter (plain, unsalted) Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
717
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0%
Protein
0.9g
· 0%
Fat
81g
· 100%
Fiber
0g
Butter (plain, unsalted) Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
684µg · 76% DV
Vitamin E
2.3mg · 15% DV
Vitamin D
1.5µg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
7µg · 6% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Calcium
24mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% DV
Iodine
2µg · 1% DV
Butter (plain, unsalted) Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Butter (plain, unsalted) Processed?
NOVA 2
Minimally Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Does Butter (plain, unsalted) Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Butter (plain, unsalted) Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
— Not suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Butter (plain, unsalted) Fat Profile
SATURATED
51g
MONOUNSATURATED
21g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7:1).
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Butter (plain, unsalted) — Frequently Asked Questions
How long does unsalted butter keep in the refrigerator?
Once opened, keep it wrapped or covered in the refrigerator. Because it contains no salt, it may lose freshness and flavor sooner than salted butter; discard it if it smells sour, stale, or rancid.
Can unsalted butter be frozen?
Yes. Freeze it in an airtight package, ideally in smaller portions, to protect it from freezer odors and make thawing only what you need easier.
Why does butter burn so quickly in a pan?
Butter contains milk proteins and natural milk sugars that brown and burn at relatively low temperatures. For high-heat cooking, use clarified butter or combine butter with a more heat-stable cooking fat.
What is the difference between butter and clarified butter?
Clarified butter has most of its water and milk solids removed, so it tolerates higher cooking temperatures. Regular butter retains those milk solids, giving it a more pronounced creamy flavor.
Can butter be browned for cooking?
Yes, gently heating butter browns its milk solids and creates a nutty flavor. Take it off the heat once it smells toasted; a dark color and harsh burnt smell mean it has overheated.
What foods pair well with butter besides bread?
Butter works well with vegetables, eggs, fish, mushrooms, and legumes as a flavor carrier. A small amount added to cooked or roasted vegetables can make their fat-soluble flavors more noticeable.
Is butter better before or after a workout?
Butter alone is not an ideal quick workout fuel because fat digests more slowly than carbohydrate. A heavy, high-fat meal close to exercise may cause stomach discomfort for some people.
Is eating butter at night harmful?
There is no evidence that butter is uniquely harmful at night; overall eating habits and portion size matter more. People with reflux or indigestion may feel worse after fatty foods close to bedtime.
Does butter always raise cholesterol?
Because butter contains saturated fat, frequent high intakes can raise LDL cholesterol in some people. The effect also depends on the overall diet, genetics, and existing cardiovascular risk.
Can people with lactose intolerance eat butter?
Butter usually contains very little lactose compared with milk, and some people with lactose intolerance tolerate small amounts. Dairy allergy is different: butter can contain milk proteins and should be avoided by those with a milk allergy.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.