Earth Balance Buttery Spread, Original
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
- Protein
- Fiber
Verdict
Earth Balance Buttery Spread, Original is a plant-based butter alternative used for cooking and topping. Its main strength is low sodium, while its main tradeoff is moderate saturated fat. Overall, it functions as a flavor-focused condiment rather than a source of nutrition.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Use it to toast sourdough bread or as a rich addition to a bowl of steamed vegetables.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by high calorie density and a lack of protein or fiber.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 100 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 11g | 14% |
| Saturated Fat | 3g | 15% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 105mg | 5% |
| Total Carbs | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from a blend of palm, canola, soybean, and flaxseed oils. Emulsifiers and natural flavors are added to this oil base to create a consistent, spreadable texture.
Ingredients
Vegetable Oil Blend (Palm Oil, Canola Oil, Soybean Oil, Flaxseed Oil), Water, Less than 2% of: Salt, Natural Flavor, Pea Protein Isolate, Sunflower Lecithin, Olive Oil, Lactic Acid, Annatto Extract (Color).
