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Nutritional yeast
40 g protein per 100 g, 6.4 g per 2 tbsp.
Updated 2026-10-23 - data v2026-10-23.1
USDA FoodData Central nutrition for Nutritional yeast, per 100 g and per 2 tbsp (16 g).
Nutrition
| kcal | P | C | F | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Per 100 g | 323 | 40 | 25 | 7 |
| Per serving (2 tbsp, 16 g) | 52 | 6.4 | 4 | 1.1 |
Protein per 100 kcal: 12.4 g
Cost
Cost per serving $0.20–$0.60
Cost midpoint $0.40
Cost per 10 g protein: $0.63
Diet and scores
Keto, Low-carb, Mediterranean, Vegetarian, Vegan, Pescatarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Real Food (based on the 2025–2030 Dietary Guidelines)
Longevity: none noted.
Recipes using this food
None yet.
Nutrition values match USDA FoodData Central (estimate). Not medical advice.
USDA FDC ID: not yet linked.
Cite as: Macro Friendly Meals, "Nutritional yeast nutrition", https://macrofriendlymeals.com/foods/nutritional-yeast, data v2026-10-23.1.