Peanut butter, reduced sodium
FDC 169869tbsp (16 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 52 · -11 vs Legumes & beans medianThis reduced sodium peanut butter scores 52 of 100, Fair band, ranking 42 of 60 in Legumes & Beans. Vitamin E leads at 60% of the Daily Value, with protein at 48%, magnesium at 38% and dietary fiber at 24%, a strong spread even with the sodium dialed back.
It is used the same way as any peanut butter, spread on toast, stirred into sauces or eaten by the spoonful, with the main difference being less added salt in the recipe. At 590 calories per 100 g it is still calorie dense, and the brief flags 7.7 g of saturated fat per 100 g as its limiting factor rather than sodium. The omega-3 enriched version of this same peanut butter scores slightly higher in this category if fiber and protein are the priority.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 590 kcal | 30% |
| Total fat | 50 g | 64% |
| Saturated fat | 7.7 g | 39% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 203 mg | 9% |
| Carbohydrate | 22 g | 8% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.6 g | 24% |
| Sugars | 9.3 g | |
| Protein | 24 g | 48% |
| Potassium | 747 mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 41 mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1.9 mg | 11% |
| Magnesium | 159 mg | 38% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 9.1 mg | 60% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 94 kcal | 5% |
| Total fat | 8 g | 10% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 32 mg | 1% |
| Carbohydrate | 3.5 g | 1% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.1 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 1.5 g | |
| Protein | 3.8 g | 8% |
| Potassium | 120 mg | 3% |
| Calcium | 6.6 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.3 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 25 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 1.4 mg | 10% |
Source: USDA FoodData Central · Public domain
FDC 169869Original 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 legumes & beans median
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Reduced-sodium peanut butter is made the same way as standard peanut butter, from roasted peanuts ground into a spread, but formulated with less added salt. It is used identically: spread on toast or crackers, layered into sandwiches with jelly or banana, stirred into oatmeal or smoothies, or thinned with warm water and a splash of soy sauce and lime for a satay-style sauce over noodles or vegetables. Its texture and roasted-peanut flavor are close to regular peanut butter, with a slightly less salty finish.
Keep the jar sealed in the pantry, stirring to reincorporate any oil that rises to the top, and consider refrigeration after opening to slow oxidation. Per 100 grams it delivers 590 calories, 24 grams of protein, meeting 48% of the daily protein value, and 6.6 grams of fiber, or 24% of the daily fiber value, alongside 60% of the daily vitamin E value. Sodium here is 203 milligrams per 100 grams, lower than many standard peanut butters, making it a reasonable choice for anyone measuring sodium closely while still wanting a protein- and fiber-contributing spread in small, tablespoon-sized portions.
Frequently asked questions about peanut butter
How many calories are in reduced-sodium peanut butter?
It has 590 calories per 100 grams, so a tablespoon-sized portion is the typical serving.
Is reduced-sodium peanut butter actually lower in sodium?
Yes, it contains 203 milligrams of sodium per 100 grams, lower than many standard peanut butters.
Is this peanut butter a good source of protein?
Yes, it provides 24 grams of protein per 100 grams, about 48% of the daily protein value.