Vegemite Yeast Extract

by Vegemite 220g in Yeast extract spreads Barcode 9352042000298
Poor nutritional quality
Ultra-processed food

Vegemite Yeast Extract 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 220g pack. Contains: celery, gluten.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
0.9 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.1 g · Low
Sugars
2.4 g · Low
Salt
8.4 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Serving size: 5g

Nutrient Per 100 g Per serving% DV* Category avg
Calories 174 kcal 9 kcal 223 −22%
Total fat 0.9 g 0 g 0% 3.2 −72%
Saturated fat 0.1 g 0 g 0% 1.6 −94%
Carbohydrates 11.1 g 0.6 g 0% 17.7 −37%
Total sugars 2.4 g 0.1 g 2.8 −15%
Added sugars 0 g 0 g 0% 0.3 −100%
Dietary fiber 8.4 g 0.4 g 1% 6.9 +22%
Protein 25.9 g 1.3 g 3% 29.3 −12%
Salt 8.4 g 0.4 g 6.2 +34%

*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 66 Yeast extract spreads products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other yeast extract spreads

Calories lower 15%
Sugars higher 33%
Salt higher 37%
Saturated fat lower 13%
Protein top 72%
Fiber top 38%

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, malt extract (from barley), flavour enhancer (potassium chloride), colour (E 150c). spice extract (contains celery), niacin, thiamin, riboflavin, folic acid.

Palm oil freeVegetarian
Allergens
CeleryGluten

Additives 2

Moderate overexposure risk
Moderate overexposure risk

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

Product details

Quantity
220g
Serving size
5g
Labels & certifications
VegetarianAustralian made
Sold in
France, Ireland, United Kingdom
Barcode
9352042000298

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Vegemite Yeast Extract?

Vegemite Yeast Extract contains 174 kcal per 100 g and about 9 kcal per serving (5g).

How much sugar is in Vegemite Yeast Extract?

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

Is Vegemite Yeast Extract 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 Yeast Extract contain?

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

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated July 14, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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