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Unsalted peanut butter

Unsalted peanut butter
Popularity 2,225 recipes

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Ingredient Information

Name

Unsalted peanut butter

Category

Nuts

Popularity

2,225 recipes

Status

Inactive

Description

Unsweetened and sodium-free peanut butter is a creamy paste made from roasted and ground peanuts, which contains no added sugars or sodium, making it a more natural and healthier option for your culinary preparations. This ingredient is very popular in cooking for its intense flavor and smooth texture, ideal for spreading, preparing sauces, desserts, or incorporating into smoothies and savory recipes.

The peanut, or groundnut, originates from South America, particularly in regions like Peru and Bolivia, where it has been cultivated since pre-Columbian times. Today, peanut butter is a widely consumed product all over the world, valued both for its nutritional value and its versatility in the kitchen.

Among its properties, it stands out for its high content of plant-based proteins, healthy fats (monounsaturated and polyunsaturated), dietary fiber, vitamin E, magnesium, and antioxidants. As it contains no added sugar or sodium, it is an excellent option for people looking to control their caloric intake, reduce sodium consumption, or avoid refined sugars.

In different Spanish-speaking countries in the Americas, this ingredient may be known by different names or synonyms, such as:

  • Manteca de maní
  • Crema de maní sin azúcar
  • Crema de maní natural
  • Mantequilla de cacahuate sin sal

Unsweetened and sodium-free peanut butter is a perfect ally in healthy recipes, from breakfasts to snacks and baked goods, adding flavor and nutrients without added ingredients that could disrupt your dietary plans.

Nutritional Properties

6.0g
fiber
0mg
sodium
43mg
calcium
70mcg
folate
1.9mg
iron
705mg
potassium
4g
sugars
588
calories
168mg
magnesium
25g
proteins
0.0mg
vitamin c
8.3mg
vitamin e
0.5mg
vitamin b6
50g
total fats
10g
saturated fats
20g
carbohydrates
25g
monounsaturated fats
14g
polyunsaturated fats

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