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High-protein salted caramel snack bar
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 piece (medium) of Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar (40 g) has 198 calories. That works out to 495 calories per 100 g. It contains 15.8 g of carbs, 10 g of protein, 7.2 g of fat and 1.2 g of fiber. Its 104 mg of Phosphorus covers 15% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 45 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 piece (medium) · 40 g
198
KCAL / 40G
Carbs
15.8g
· 6% DV
Protein
10g
· 20% DV
Fat
7.2g
· 9% DV
Fiber
1.2g
· 4% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 38% · Protein 24% · Fat 38%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 198 kcal | |
| Total fat | 7.2 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 3.4 g | 17% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 128 mg | 6% |
| Total carbohydrate | 15.8 g | 6% |
| Fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Protein | 10 g | 20% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 piece (medium) | 40 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 piece (half) | 20 g | 99 kcal |
| 1 ounce (small) | 28 g | 139 kcal |
| 1 pack (mini) | 40 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 40 g | 198 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 60 g | 297 kcal |
| 2 piece (double) | 80 g | 396 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 495 kcal |
Calculated from 495 calories per 100 g.
No, the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar is a snack, not a complete meal. It is convenient between meals, but pairing it with fruit or yogurt makes a more substantial snack when you need one.
The Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar offers a convenient protein-containing snack, but it is ultra-processed. Treat it as an occasional packaged option rather than a substitute for less processed foods in your everyday meals.
Yes, the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar can be a convenient snack after exercise. It is easy to carry when you cannot get a meal right away, though it need not replace a balanced meal after training.
Yes, the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar is a sweet salted-caramel snack and is not sugar-free. Its caramel-style flavor does not mean it is an unsweetened or plain protein bar.
The Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar is marketed as a protein-focused snack with a salted-caramel flavor, while regular Nature Valley granola bars are typically sold as crunchy oat bars. They have different textures and product formulations.
No, the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar does not need refrigeration while sealed. Keep it in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight, and eat it soon after opening so it does not go stale.
The Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar can work as a quick bite when you are short on time, but it is not a complete breakfast by itself. Add fruit or yogurt for a more varied, satisfying meal.
Yes, the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar can soften or become messy in heat, particularly if its coating warms up. Keep it out of a hot car or direct sun, and let it cool before eating if it has softened.
Children can have the Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar as an occasional snack, but it is sweet and contains peanuts, soy, and dairy. Avoid it for a child with an allergy to any of these ingredients.
The Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar combines a sweet caramel-style taste with a salty note. Its texture is chewy and relatively dense, unlike the lighter, crisp crunch many people associate with granola bars.
Vitamins
B3
0.96mg · 6% DV
B2
0.07mg · 5% DV
Biotin
1.6µg · 5% DV
B12
0.12µg · 5% DV
Minerals
Phosphorus
104mg · 15% DV
Manganese
0.28mg · 12% DV
Copper
0.07mg · 8% DV
Calcium
72mg · 7% DV
Sodium
128mg · 6% DV
Potassium ⭐
116mg · 3% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 198 calories in 1 piece (medium) (40 g):
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Walking (5 km/h)
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Running (8 km/h)
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Cycling
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Swimming
Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
Nature Valley Protein Salted Caramel Bar is a packaged snack bar with a salted-caramel flavour, made as a convenient option for eating between meals or carrying on the go. It pairs sweet caramel notes with a touch of salt, and has a firm, chewy texture that makes it easy to eat without preparation.
It works as a quick snack during a commute, after a walk or between work and meals. With 25 g of protein per 100 g, it is a higher-protein choice than many sweet snack bars, though it is still best treated as a snack rather than a meal replacement. Its sweetness pairs well with black coffee or unsweetened tea; add a piece of fruit if you want a more rounded snack.
Medium
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-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.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
3.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
3.68g
POLYUNSATURATED
2.04g
Omega 6:3 ratio 64:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (64:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.