Yeast extract by Tesco

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Yeast extract

by Tesco 225g in Yeast extract spreads Barcode 03231845
Nutri-Score
Bad nutritional quality
Processing (NOVA)
Processed food

Yeast extract by Tesco provides 229 kcal per 100 g, with 0.4 g of sugars and 38.7 g of protein. That is 86% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 3 (processed food). It is listed in the Yeast extract spreads category and comes in a 225g pack.

Nutrient levels per 100 g

Fat
0.1 g · Low
Saturated fat
0.1 g · Low
Sugars
0.4 g · Low
Salt
7.5 g · High

Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.

Nutrition facts

Nutrient Per 100 g Category avg
Calories 229 kcal 223
Total fat 0.1 g 3.2 −97%
Saturated fat 0.1 g 1.6 −94%
Carbohydrates 18 g 17.7
Total sugars 0.4 g 2.8 −86%
Added sugars 0 g 0.3 −100%
Dietary fiber 0.5 g 6.9 −93%
Protein 38.7 g 29.3 +32%
Salt 7.5 g 6.2 +20%

Category average across 66 Yeast extract spreads products on Foodmetria.

Compared with other yeast extract spreads

Calories lower 48%
Sugars lower 16%
Salt lower 46%
Saturated fat lower 13%
Protein top 20%
Fiber top 91%

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

Ingredients

Yeast Extract (84%), Water, Salt, Niacin, Thiamin, Folic Acid, Vitamin B12

Palm oil freeMaybe veganMaybe vegetarian

Product details

Quantity
225g
Sold in
United Kingdom
Barcode
03231845

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Frequently asked questions

How many calories are in Yeast extract?

Yeast extract contains 229 kcal per 100 g.

How much sugar is in Yeast extract?

Yeast extract has 0.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.

Is Yeast extract healthy?

It has a Nutri-Score of E (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 3 — processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.

Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.

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