Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) vs Plant butter
Overall, Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. It wins on 5 of our comparison points versus 3.
Nutrition per 100 g
| Nutrient | Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (... | Plant butter |
|---|---|---|
| Nutri-Score | e | d |
| NOVA group | 3 | 4 |
| Calories | 231 kcal | 701 kcal |
| Fat | 0.5 g | 79 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.3 g | 47 g |
| Sugars | 0.5 g | 0.5 g |
| Salt | 5.5 g | 0 g |
| Fiber | 1.8 g | — |
| Protein | 40.7 g | 0.5 g |
| Additives | 0 | 2 |
| Allergens | None listed | None listed |
Green = better value for that nutrient (less sugar, fat, salt and calories; more fiber and protein).
Key differences
- Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has 67% fewer calories (231 kcal vs 701 kcal).
- Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has 99% less fat (0.5 g vs 79 g).
- Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has 99% less saturated fat (0.3 g vs 47 g).
- Plant butter has no salt, while Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has 5.5 g.
- Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has 99% more protein (40.7 g vs 0.5 g).
- Plant butter has the better Nutri-Score.
- Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) is less processed (lower NOVA group).
Ingredients
Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite)
Yeast Extract, Water, Salt, Niacin, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12
Plant butter
plant oils (sustainable palm sunflower rapeseed) filtered water, fava bean preparation, plant-based emulsifier (sunflower lecithin), natural flavourings, unsalted
FAQ
Which is healthier: Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) or Plant butter?
Overall, Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has the better nutritional profile on the measures we compare. We compare Nutri-Score, processing level and seven nutrients per 100 g. Your own needs (for example low sugar or high protein) may make a different choice better for you.
Which has fewer calories?
Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has fewer calories: 231 kcal versus 701 kcal per 100 g.
Which has less sugar?
Reduced Salt Yeast Extract (Marmite) has less sugar: 0.5 g versus 0.5 g per 100 g.