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Energy
279 kcal · 14% DV target
A deactivated, flaky fungus with a savory, cheese-like profile, nutritional yeast serves as a versatile plant-based seasoning that provides a dense concentration of essential amino acids.
Nutritional yeast provides a complete protein profile, containing all nine essential amino acids (the building blocks of protein that the body cannot produce on its own) .7
Yeast fermentation is an effective method for reducing FODMAPs (small carbohydrates that are poorly absorbed in the small intestine), which may help minimize abdominal symptoms for individuals with irritable bowel syndrome .2
This ingredient is a significant source of folate (a B vitamin essential for DNA synthesis and cell division), which is often used as a marker for high-quality dietary patterns .6
Because it is a fermented food product, it may offer improved digestibility as the fermentation process partially breaks down protein and sugar molecules .7
Petal shape shows the nine FoodCompass domains, including nutrient density, processing, satiety, fats, and phytochemicals.
279 kcal · 14% DV target
38.7 g · 77% DV target
21.0 g · 8% DV target
11.7 g · 42% DV target
5.55 mg · 463% DV target
3.93 mg · 303% DV target
Seasonality has not been estimated for this ingredient yet.
Keep in a cool, dark place to preserve B vitamins.
Yeast production has a very small land and water footprint compared to animal-based proteins.
Despite its name, nutritional yeast is the same species as baker's and brewer's yeast, but it is specifically grown on sugar-rich molasses and then heat-deactivated to stop its leavening power.