Food guide

Baker's Yeast

Baker's Yeast is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

Plant-Based

Nutrition per 100 g

Standardised to 100 g of baker's yeast for fair comparison. Typical serving: 2 g — 7 kcal per 2 g serving.

Nutrition information for Baker's Yeast
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (2 g)	Per 100 kcal
Energy	350 kcal	7 kcal	100 kcal
Protein	40 g	0.8 g	11.4 g
Carbohydrate	40 g	0.8 g	11.4 g
Fat	10 g	0.2 g	2.9 g
Fibre	25 g	0.5 g	7.1 g

Figures are typical values and vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Micronutrients

Vitamins and minerals per 100 g of baker's yeast, with a typical serving and FDA Daily Value for adults.

Micronutrients for Baker's Yeast
Nutrient	Per 100 g	Per serving (2 g)	% DV
Vitamins
Vitamin A	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin C	0.3 mg	0.006 mg	<1%
Vitamin D	0 µg	0 µg	0%
Vitamin E	0 mg	0 mg	0%
Vitamin K	0.4 µg	0.008 µg	<1%
Thiamin	11 mg	0.22 mg	917%
Riboflavin	4 mg	0.08 mg	308%
Niacin	40.2 mg	0.8 mg	251%
Vitamin B6	1.5 mg	0.03 mg	88%
Folate	2340 µg	46.8 µg	585%
Vitamin B12	0.07 µg	0.001 µg	3%
Pantothenic acid	13.5 mg	0.27 mg	270%
Choline	32 mg	0.64 mg	6%
Minerals
Calcium	30 mg	0.6 mg	2%
Iron	2.2 mg	0.044 mg	12%
Magnesium	54 mg	1.1 mg	13%
Phosphorus	637 mg	12.7 mg	51%
Potassium	955 mg	19.1 mg	20%
Sodium	51 mg	1 mg	2%
Zinc	7.9 mg	0.16 mg	72%
Selenium	7.9 µg	0.16 µg	14%
Copper	0.44 mg	0.009 mg	49%
Manganese	0.31 mg	0.006 mg	13%

Source: USDA FoodData Central — Leavening agents, yeast, baker's, active dry

% DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults. Nutrients that USDA does not report for this entry are omitted. Values vary with variety, preparation and brand.

Why eat baker's yeast?

A commonly eaten food that can sit in a balanced pattern when portions are honest.
Baker's Yeast is a commonly used food in everyday diets worldwide.

How to include it

Use in the usual way for this food, and keep an eye on the stated serving.
Typical pairing ideas: Rice, Vegetables, Eggs.

Things to consider

Preparation and added fat, salt or sugar change the numbers more than the raw food does.

Educational content. This article is for general information and is not medical advice. Speak to a qualified health professional about your individual circumstances.