Vegemite

by Vegemite 280 g in Yeast extract spreads Barcode 9300650659018
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Vegemite by Vegemite provides 173 kcal per 100 g, with 2.4 g of sugars and 25.9 g of protein. That is 15% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is D and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Yeast extract spreads category and comes in a 280 g pack. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
1 g · Low
Saturated fat
1 g · Low
Sugars
2.4 g · Low
Salt
3.3 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 173 kcal 223 −22%
Total fat 1 g 3.2 −69%
Saturated fat 1 g 1.6 −36%
Carbohydrates 11.1 g 17.7 −37%
Total sugars 2.4 g 2.8 −15%
Added sugars 0 g 0.3 −100%
Protein 25.9 g 29.3 −12%
Salt 3.3 g 6.2 −47%

Category average across 66 Yeast extract spreads products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other yeast extract spreads

Calories lower 12%
Sugars higher 33%
Salt lower 23%
Saturated fat higher 34%
Protein top 72%

Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.

Ingredients

Yeast Extract (from Yeast Grown on Barley and Wheat), Salt, Mineral Salt (508), Malt Extract (from Barley), Colour (150c), Flavours, Niacin, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Folate.

Palm oil freeVegetarian
Allergens
Gluten

Additives 2

Moderate overexposure risk
Moderate overexposure risk

Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.

Product details

Quantity
280 g
Labels & certifications
VegetarianHalalKosher
Sold in
Australia, France, New Zealand
Barcode
9300650659018

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Vegemite?

Vegemite contains 173 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Vegemite?

Vegemite has 2.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Vegemite healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of D (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

What allergens does Vegemite contain?

According to the label data it contains: Gluten. Recipes change — always check the package label.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated June 6, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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