Vegemite

by Vegemite 280g in Yeast extract spreads Barcode 9352042000311
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Vegemite by Vegemite provides 174 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 280g pack. Contains: gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

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

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 174 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%
Dietary fiber 8.4 g 6.9 +22%
Protein 25.9 g 29.3 −12%
Salt 8.3 g 6.2 +32%

Category average across 66 Yeast extract spreads products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other yeast extract spreads

Calories lower 22%
Sugars higher 33%
Salt higher 46%
Saturated fat higher 34%
Protein top 72%
Fiber top 38%

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

Ingredients

yeast extract (wheat, barley), salt, mineral salt (508), malt extract (barley), colour (150c), flavours, niacin, thiamine, riboflavin, folate.

Palm oil free
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
280g
Labels & certifications
Australian made
Sold in
Australia, France, Germany
Barcode
9352042000311

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Vegemite?

Vegemite contains 174 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 March 17, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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