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Unsalted butter Calories
Unsalted butter
CALORIES
GI
POTASSIUM
FIBER
Unsalted butter Nutrition Facts
Selected: 100 g
717
KCAL / 100G
Carbs
0.1g
· 0%
Protein
0.9g
· 0%
Fat
81.1g
· 100%
Fiber
0g
Unsalted butter Vitamins & Minerals
Vitamins
Vitamin A
684µg · 76% DV
Vitamin E
2.32mg · 15% DV
Biotin
3.3µg · 11% DV
Vitamin D
1.5µg · 8% DV
Minerals
Iodine
18µg · 12% DV
Phosphorus
24mg · 3% DV
Calcium
24mg · 2% DV
Selenium
1µg · 2% DV
Unsalted butter Glycemic Index
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
Is Unsalted butter 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 Unsalted butter Contain Allergens?
Contains these allergens:
Which Diets Is Unsalted butter Good For?
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
✓ Suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
✓ Suitable
Paleo
✓ Suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
✓ Suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
Unsalted butter Fat Profile
SATURATED
51.4g
MONOUNSATURATED
21.2g
POLYUNSATURATED
3g
Omega 6:3 ratio 7.3:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (7.3:1).
Foods Similar to Unsalted butter
Unsalted butter — Frequently Asked Questions
What is the practical difference between unsalted and salted butter?
Unsalted butter has a cleaner flavour and lets you control the salt in a recipe precisely. It is especially useful for baking, desserts, and delicate sauces.
Is unsalted butter suitable for high-heat frying?
Its milk solids can brown and burn relatively quickly at high heat. It works well for moderate-heat sautéing, while clarified butter is usually a better choice for hotter cooking.
Why does unsalted butter turn brown so quickly in a pan?
The milk solids in butter toast as they heat and will burn if the pan is too hot. Use medium to medium-low heat, or combine it with a little cooking oil to slow browning.
How can you make clarified butter from unsalted butter?
Melt it gently over low heat, skim off the foam, and separate the clear fat from the milk solids that settle at the bottom. Straining the clear portion produces a fat better suited to high-heat cooking.
How should unsalted butter be stored after opening?
Keep it wrapped or in an airtight butter dish in the refrigerator to protect it from air and food odours. Follow the use-by date, and discard it if it develops mould, a sour smell, or an unusual colour.
Can unsalted butter be frozen?
Yes. Freeze it tightly wrapped, ideally in smaller portions, so it is protected from freezer odours and easy to thaw only as needed.
Can unsalted butter be kept at room temperature?
A small amount can be kept in a covered butter dish for short-term use in a cool kitchen. In warm conditions it softens quickly and quality declines, so refrigeration is the safer option.
Is unsalted butter a good food before or after exercise?
By itself, butter is not an effective workout fuel or recovery food because it provides very little protein and carbohydrate. Use it as part of a meal that also includes protein-rich and carbohydrate-containing foods.
Should people with high cholesterol avoid unsalted butter completely?
Whether it needs to be avoided depends on the overall diet, blood lipid levels, and individual medical advice. Because butter is rich in saturated fat, people with elevated LDL cholesterol should discuss portion size and frequency with a clinician or dietitian.
Is unsalted butter safe for people with lactose intolerance?
Butter is usually low in lactose, but it is not necessarily lactose-free and is not suitable for a milk allergy. Some people with lactose intolerance tolerate small amounts, but tolerance varies individually.
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.