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Plant oil-based, common butter alternative, high energy
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CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 slice (medium) of Slice of Margarine (10 g) has 72 calories. That works out to 720 calories per 100 g. It contains 0.1 g of carbs, 0 g of protein, 8 g of fat and 0 g of fiber. Its 80 µg of Vitamin A covers 9% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 0 (low), so it raises blood sugar slowly.
Selected: 1 slice (medium) · 10 g
72
KCAL / 10G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0% DV
Protein
0g
· 0% DV
Fat
8g
· 10% DV
Fiber
0g
· 0% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 1% · Protein 0% · Fat 99%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 72 kcal | |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Trans fat | 0.05 g | |
| Sodium | 80 mg | 3% |
| Total carbohydrate | 0.1 g | 0% |
| Fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Protein | 0 g | 0% |
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 slice (medium) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 slice (thin) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 teaspoon (small) | 5 g | 36 kcal |
| 1 piece (medium) | 10 g | 72 kcal |
| 1 tablespoon (medium) | 12 g | 86 kcal |
| 1 slice (thick) | 15 g | 108 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 20 g | 144 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 720 kcal |
| 1 pack (whole) | 250 g | 1800 kcal |
Calculated from 720 calories per 100 g.
Yes, a slice of margarine can replace butter in many baking recipes. The result may have a different texture or flavor because margarine and butter do not have identical water and fat proportions; follow the recipe’s specified form, such as softened or chilled.
Yes, you can use a slice of margarine in a pan, but not every product is suited to high heat. If it starts smoking or browning quickly, lower the heat; for sustained high-heat cooking, choose a suitable cooking oil.
Cookies can spread because softened or melted margarine makes the dough looser as it heats. Chill the dough before baking and measure the margarine as the recipe specifies; different products can also vary in moisture and firmness.
Cut the slice of margarine into smaller pieces and let them sit at room temperature briefly. This softens it more evenly than heating the whole piece; stop when it yields to gentle pressure, before it starts to melt.
Yes, a slice of margarine can be frozen if wrapped tightly and protected from air and odors. Thaw it in the refrigerator before use; its texture may change, so it may work better in cooking or baking than as a spread.
Keep a slice of margarine refrigerated in its closed wrapper or an airtight container. This helps prevent it from picking up odors or drying out; use a clean utensil and follow the storage directions on the package.
It depends on the product and how it is made. Partially hydrogenated oils can be a source of trans fat, so check the ingredient list and nutrition information on the specific margarine package rather than assuming all products are the same.
Yes, you can melt a slice of margarine in the microwave. Heat it in a microwave-safe dish in short bursts and check between them, since it can melt or splatter quickly; use it promptly in the recipe.
Not automatically. Margarine products differ in their oils and ingredients, while butter has a different fat profile; compare the specific products and consider how much you use rather than treating either one as universally healthier.
A slice of margarine does not cause weight gain by itself, but it is energy-dense and can add substantially to a meal or recipe. The amount used and how often you use it matter more than one isolated serving.
Vitamins
Vitamin A
80µg · 9% DV
Vitamin E
1.2mg · 8% DV
Vitamin K
6µg · 5% DV
Vitamin D
0.7µg · 3% DV
Minerals
Sodium
80mg · 3% DV
Copper
0mg · 0% DV
Zinc
0.01mg · 0% DV
Selenium
0.05µg · 0% DV
Potassium ⭐
2mg · 0% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 72 calories in 1 slice (medium) (10 g):
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Times are calculated with the MET equation for a 70 kg adult. Actual burn varies with your weight, age and pace.
A Slice of Margarine is a portion-sized piece of margarine made from plant oils, used as a spread or cooking fat. It is a convenient alternative to butter, whether you are making breakfast or preparing a meal.
Its soft, easily spreadable texture and mild, rich taste suit toast, sandwiches and warm bread. It can also be melted into a pan or used in baking; serving habits vary around the world. Margarine is energy-dense and high in fat, with 80 g of fat per 100 g. For a lighter meal, spread a thin layer and pair it with vegetables, or use only what your recipe needs.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Low
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 3
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.
No known major allergens
Vegan
✓ Suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.8g
MONOUNSATURATED
2.5g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.5g
Omega 6:3 ratio 14.2:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (14.2:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.