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Meatless bacon bits
Calories & nutrition facts
Nutrition facts
Per 100 g% DV- Calories 476 kcal —
- Protein 32 g 64%
- Carbohydrate 18 g 7%
- Fat 26 g 33%
- Saturated fat 4.1 g 20%
- Fibre 10 g 36%
- Sugars 0 g —
- Sodium 1770 mg 77%
- Cholesterol 0 mg 0%
Vitamins & minerals
Per 100 g% DVVitamins
- Vitamin A 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin C 1.9 mg 2%
- Vitamin D 0 µg 0%
- Vitamin E 6.9 mg 46%
- Vitamin K 0 µg 0%
- Thiamin (B1) 0.6 mg 50%
- Riboflavin (B2) 0.07 mg 5%
- Niacin (B3) 1.6 mg 10%
- Vitamin B6 0.08 mg 5%
- Folate (B9) 127 µg 32%
- Vitamin B12 1.2 µg 50%
- Choline 135 mg 25%
Minerals
- Calcium 101 mg 8%
- Iron 0.72 mg 4%
- Magnesium 95 mg 23%
- Phosphorus 217 mg 17%
- Potassium 145 mg 3%
- Zinc 1.9 mg 17%
- Copper 0.54 mg 60%
- Selenium 7.4 µg 13%
Calories by portion
| Portion | Weight | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 100 g | 100 g | 476 | 32 g | 18 g | 26 g |
| 1 × tbsp | 7 g | 33 | 2.2 g | 1.3 g | 1.8 g |
| 2 × tbsp | 14 g | 67 | 4.5 g | 2.6 g | 3.6 g |
| ½ × tbsp | 3.5 g | 17 | 1.1 g | 0.6 g | 0.9 g |
| 3 × tbsp | 21 g | 100 | 6.7 g | 3.9 g | 5.4 g |
| 4 × tbsp | 28 g | 133 | 9 g | 5.2 g | 7.3 g |
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Questions about Meatless bacon bits
How do you cook meatless bacon bits so they stay crisp?
Toast them in a dry frying pan over medium heat for 2–3 minutes, stirring often, until fragrant and crisp. Add them near the end of cooking or sprinkle them on just before serving so they do not soften.
What can you put meatless bacon bits in?
Scatter them over baked potatoes, salads, soups or scrambled tofu, or stir them into pasta and savoury muffin batter. They also add a smoky, salty crunch to vegan versions of potato salad and creamy pasta dishes.
Can you use meatless bacon bits instead of bacon bits?
Yes: use them as a crunchy topping or stir-in, but add them towards the end because they can soften in moist dishes. They are already seasoned, so taste the dish before adding extra salt.
How should you store meatless bacon bits after opening?
Seal the packet tightly or transfer the bits to an airtight container, then keep them in a cool, dry cupboard. Use them by the packet’s stated date; discard them if they become damp, smell stale or show mould.
How much sodium is in a spoonful of meatless bacon bits?
A tablespoon is about 7 g and contains 124 mg of sodium. The bits are strongly seasoned, so a small sprinkle can contribute plenty of salt to a meal.
Are meatless bacon bits high in protein?
Yes. A tablespoon (7 g) provides 2.2 g of protein, and they also contain 0.7 g of fibre.
What are meatless bacon bits usually made from?
They are commonly made from textured vegetable protein, often soy, then flavoured to give a smoky, savoury taste. Ingredients differ between products, so check the packet if you need to avoid soy, gluten or another ingredient.
Source: USDA FoodData Central 169893 · per 100 g · carbohydrate per EU label, fibre excluded
