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Yeast Extract
Yeast Extract by Asda provides 264 kcal per 100 g, with 0.5 g of sugars and 41 g of protein. That is 82% 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 240 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 4g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 264 kcal | 11 kcal | 223 +19% | |
| Total fat | 1 g | 0 g | 0% | 3.2 −69% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 0 g | 0% | 1.6 −62% |
| Carbohydrates | 22 g | 0.9 g | 0% | 17.7 +24% |
| Total sugars | 0.5 g | 0 g | 2.8 −82% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.3 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.9 g | 0.1 g | 0% | 6.9 −72% |
| Protein | 41 g | 1.6 g | 3% | 29.3 +40% |
| Salt | 8.8 g | 0.4 g | 6.2 +41% |
*% 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
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
yeast extract, salt, water, niacin (b3), thiamin (b1), folic acid (b9), riboflavin (b2), vitamin b12,
Product details
- Quantity
- 240 g
- Serving size
- 4g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVeganThe Vegan Society
- Sold in
- France, United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 21103858
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Yeast Extract?
Yeast Extract contains 264 kcal per 100 g and about 11 kcal per serving (4g).
How much sugar is in Yeast Extract?
Yeast Extract has 0.5 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.
Is Yeast Extract vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated April 12, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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