Liverwurst spread
FDC 174596cup (55 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 90 · +68 vs Sausage & deli meats medianLiverwurst spread posts a Nutrient Density Score of 90 of 100, an Elite result and the top rank, 1 of 60, in the Sausage & deli meats category. Vitamin A leads the profile dramatically at 454% of the Daily Value, with iron at 49% and protein at 25%.
Liverwurst is a spreadable sausage made from pork liver, traditionally eaten on crackers, rye bread, or crusty rolls, often with mustard or pickles to cut the richness. A serving carries 305 calories per 100 g, and the honest caveat is its sodium, high at 700 mg per 100 g, alongside saturated fat at 9.9 g and cholesterol notable at 118 mg, all worth factoring into how often it appears on the table.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 305 kcal | 15% |
| Total fat | 25 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 9.9 g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 118 mg | 39% |
| Sodium | 700 mg | 30% |
| Carbohydrate | 5.9 g | 2% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Sugars | 1.7 g | |
| Protein | 12 g | 25% |
| Potassium | 170 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 22 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 8.9 mg | 49% |
| Magnesium | 12 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 3.5 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin A | 4090 µg | 454% |
| Vitamin E | - |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 168 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 14 g | 18% |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 65 mg | 22% |
| Sodium | 385 mg | 17% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.2 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.4 g | 5% |
| Sugars | 0.91 g | |
| Protein | 6.8 g | 14% |
| Potassium | 94 mg | 2% |
| Calcium | 12 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 4.9 mg | 27% |
| Magnesium | 6.6 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2250 µg | 250% |
| Vitamin E | - |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 174596Original 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 sausage & deli meats median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
In the kitchen and how to use it
Liverwurst spread is a soft, spreadable sausage made from pork liver and other meat blended into a smooth, pate-like consistency, seasoned with onion, allspice, and other warm spices. It is most often eaten cold, spread thickly on rye bread or crackers, sometimes with mustard, pickles, or thinly sliced raw onion to cut through its rich, savory flavor. It also works stirred into deviled eggs or used as a base for a quick pate style appetizer, since its soft texture makes it easy to blend with a little butter or cream cheese.
Keep liverwurst spread tightly wrapped or in its original container in the refrigerator, and use it within the timeframe on the package once opened, since its soft texture makes it more perishable than firmer cured sausages. At 305 calories per 100 grams (about 168 calories in a 55 gram cup serving), it is calorie-dense, and it is exceptionally rich in vitamin A, at 454% of the Daily Value per 100 grams, along with 49% of the Daily Value for iron. It also carries 25% of the Daily Value for protein (12.4 grams per 100 grams), though its sodium content of 700 milligrams per 100 grams is worth keeping in mind when portioning it onto bread or crackers.
Frequently asked questions about liverwurst spread
How many calories are in liverwurst spread?
It has 305 calories per 100 grams, or about 168 calories in a 55 gram cup serving.
Is liverwurst a good source of vitamin A?
Yes, it is exceptionally rich in vitamin A, providing 454% of the Daily Value per 100 grams.
How do you eat liverwurst spread?
It is typically spread on rye bread or crackers, often with mustard or pickles, or stirred into deviled eggs as a quick pate style filling.