Butter, salted
FDC 173410pat (1" sq, 1/3" high) (5 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 10 · -25 vs Dairy & eggs medianButter, salted registers a Nutrient Density Score of 10 of 100, Low band, ranking 58 of 60 in Dairy & eggs. Its standout is vitamin A at 76% DV, an excellent-tier figure, with 15% DV vitamin E adding a second, smaller contribution.
It is spread on bread, melted over vegetables, or used as a baking fat, with a pat (1 inch square, 1/3 inch high, 5 g) a standard serving. The honest caveat covers three numbers at once: 643 mg sodium, 51.4 g saturated fat, and 215 mg cholesterol per 100 g, and since it scores well below the Dairy & eggs median of 35, butter, without salt is a same-category option with a higher score.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 717 kcal | 36% |
| Total fat | 81 g | 104% |
| Saturated fat | 51 g | 257% |
| Cholesterol | 215 mg | 72% |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 28% |
| Carbohydrate | 0.06 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0.06 g | |
| Protein | 0.85 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 24 mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.02 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 2 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 684 µg | 76% |
| Vitamin E | 2.3 mg | 15% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 36 kcal | 2% |
| Total fat | 4.1 g | 5% |
| Saturated fat | 2.6 g | 13% |
| Cholesterol | 11 mg | 4% |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 0 g | 0% |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0% |
| Sugars | 0 g | |
| Protein | 0.04 g | 0% |
| Potassium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Calcium | 1.2 mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0 mg | 0% |
| Magnesium | 0.1 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 34 µg | 4% |
| Vitamin E | 0.12 mg | 1% |
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FDC 173410Original analysis by NutriVerdict
What it is rich in
Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the dairy & eggs median
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More nutrient-dense swaps
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Salted butter is spread on bread and toast, melted for sauteing and pan sauces, creamed with sugar for cookies and cakes, and used to finish sauces like a beurre blanc or to baste meats and vegetables as they cook. The salt in it seasons directly, which is why it is common both at the table and in savory cooking where a touch of salt is welcome.
Keep it refrigerated, wrapped or in a covered butter dish, and let it sit at room temperature briefly before use if a spreadable texture is wanted. A standard pat (5g) is a small, measured portion. Per 100g, salted butter provides 76% DV vitamin A but also 643mg sodium, notably more than unsalted butter, worth accounting for if watching sodium intake. It is best used in small pats or measured spoonfuls given both its fat and sodium content.
Frequently asked questions about butter, salted
How many calories are in salted butter?
It has 717 calories per 100g, or about 36 calories per pat (5g).
Is salted butter high in sodium?
Yes, it has 643mg sodium per 100g, notably more than unsalted butter.
Does butter provide vitamin A?
Yes, salted butter provides about 76% DV vitamin A per 100g.