Trader Joe’s Organic Buttery Plant-Based Spread
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Zero Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- No Protein or Fiber
Verdict
Organic Buttery Plant-Based Spread is a dairy-free alternative designed for a rich, creamy texture. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is the moderate amount of saturated fat. Overall, it functions as a flavor-focused fat source for plant-based meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it on toasted sourdough or as a rich base for sautéing vegetables in a weeknight skillet meal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by high calorie density and a lack of protein or fiber. While the salt levels are minimal, the saturated fat makes up a significant portion of the total fat content.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 80 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5g | 18% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 80mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 0g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 0g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 0mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is formulated from a blend of coconut, palm, canola, sunflower, and flaxseed oils. Sunflower lecithin and natural flavors are added to create the specific consistency and taste of a traditional spread.
Ingredients
ORGANIC OIL BLEND (ORGANIC COCONUT OIL, ORGANIC PALM FRUIT OIL, ORGANIC CANOLA OIL, ORGANIC HIGH-OLEIC SUNFLOWER OIL, ORGANIC FLAXSEED OIL), WATER, SEA SALT, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN POWDER, ORGANIC NATURAL FLAVOR, MIXED TOCOPHEROLS, ORGANIC ANNATTO EXTRACT (COLOR)
