Legumes & beans

Peanut Butter, smooth

FDC 174294tbsp (32 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 46 · -17 vs Legumes & beans median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Peanut Butter, smooth is middling for nutrient density at 46 of 100. Within legumes & beans it ranks 51 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (44% DV), an excellent source of magnesium (43% DV), an excellent source of vitamin e (40% DV). Most of its 588 calories per 100 grams come from fat. Worth noting: it is high in sodium (476 mg per 100 g) and high in saturated fat (9.5 g per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 21.9 g · 14%Carb 24 g · 15%Fat 49.5 g · 71%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories588 kcal29%
Total fat50 g63%
Saturated fat9.5 g48%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium476 mg21%
Carbohydrate24 g9%
Dietary fiber5.7 g20%
Sugars6.5 g
Protein22 g44%
Potassium592 mg13%
Calcium54 mg4%
Iron2.2 mg12%
Magnesium179 mg43%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E5.9 mg40%

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FDC 174294

Original 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.

Protein44% DV
Magnesium43% DV
Vitamin E40% DV
Dietary fiber20% DV
Potassium13% DV
Iron12% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the legumes & beans median

Nutrient density46 vs 63 median
Protein / 100 g22 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g5.7 vs 5.4 median
Sodium / 100 g476 vs 203 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Sandwich spread, meatlessDensity 47 vs 46Peanut butter, smooth style, with saltDensity 47 vs 46Falafel, home-preparedDensity 48 vs 46

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