Almond butter nutrition.
A 1-tablespoon serving of almond butter packs a nutritious punch. Almond butter is the best source of Vitamin E among nut butters and surpasses most with its amount of heart-healthy fats, fiber, calcium, iron, potassium and zinc per serving. Almond butter is also a good source of manganese and magnesium.
Nutrition in 1-tablespoon serving of almond butter1:
- 98 calories
- 9g of total fat
- 5g of monounsaturated fat
- 0.7g of saturated fat
- 0mg cholesterol
- 1mg of sodium
- 3g of total carbohydrates
- 2g of dietary fiber
- 1g of total sugars
- 4g of protein
- 56mg of calcium
- 120mg of potassium
- 4mg of Vitamin E
- 45mg of magnesium
- 0.34mg of manganese
Please note that almond butter nutrition facts will vary from brand to brand. We recommend checking the nutrition labels and trying a few brands to find the right almond butter for you.
Almond Butter and Monounsaturated Fat
When eaten in moderation, monounsaturated fats – like almond butter – can have positive health benefits and play a role in a heart healthy diet. According to the American Heart Association, monounsaturated fats can help reduce cholesterol levels, thereby lowering the risk of heart disease and stroke2.
Other Minerals in Almond Butter
Almond butter also contains many other minerals that offer health benefits, such as:
- Calcium: Helps build and maintain strong bones
- Potassium: Helps maintain normal levels of fluid inside cells
- Iron: Helps with growth and development, as wells as makes the protein in red blood cells known as hemoglobin
