Beef Bouillon
Soup, beef broth or bouillon, powder, dry
Nutrition Facts & Macros
| Amount Per Serving | Per 1 cube (3.6g) | |
|---|---|---|
| Calories 10 | Calories from Fat 0 | |
| % Daily Value* | ||
| Total Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat 0g | 1% | |
| Monounsaturated Fat 0.1g | ||
| Polyunsaturated (PUFA) 0g | ||
| Omega-3 Fat 0g | 0% | |
| Omega-6 Fat 0g | ||
| Trans Fat 0g | ||
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% | |
| Sodium 936mg | 41% | |
| Total Carbohydrate 1g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber 0g | 0% | |
| Sugar 1g | ||
| Alcohol 0g | ||
| Protein 1g | 0% | |
| Vitamin C 0mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin D 0IU | 0% | |
| Iron 0mg | 0% | |
| Calcium 2mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin B-12 0mcg | 2% | |
| Vitamin B-6 0mg | 0% | |
| Vitamin K 0mcg | 0% | |
| Vitamin E 0.1mg | 1% | |
| Vitamin A 0IU | 0% | |
| Folate 1mcg | 0% | |
| Potassium 16mg | 0% | |
| Magnesium 2mg | 0% | |
| Zinc 0mg | 0% | |
| Niacin 0.2mg | 1% | |
| Riboflavin 0mg | 1% | |
| Thiamin 0mg | 0% | |
| Phosphorus 12mg | 1% | |
| Selenium 1mcg | 2% | |
| Manganese 0mg | 1% | |
| Copper 0mg | 0% | |
| Choline 4mg | 1% | |
| Pantothenic acid 0mg | 0% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs:
Calories per gram: Fat 9 • Carbohydrate 4 • Protein 4
Other Nutrients
Per 1 cube (3.6g)
| Ash | 2g | |
|---|---|---|
| Water | 0.1g | |
| Caffeine | 0mg | |
| Theobromine | 0mg | |
| Energy | 32.1kJ | |
| Retinol | 0mcg | |
| Vitamin A, RAE | 0mcg | |
| Carotene, beta | 0mcg | |
| Carotene, alpha | 0mcg | |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3) | 0mcg | |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta | 0mcg | |
| Lycopene | 0mcg | |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin | 0mcg | |
| Folic acid | 0mcg | |
| Folate, food | 1.2mcg | |
| Folate, DFE | 1.2mcg | |
| Vitamin E, added | 0mg | |
| Vitamin B-12, added | 0mcg | |
| DHA | 0g | |
| EPA | 0g | |
Source: USDA Nutrient Database. Protein daily value based on ISSN Position Stand for an individual weighing ~150 lbs.
Beef bouillon FAQ
Is beef bouillon gluten-free?
Some brands of beef bouillon are gluten-free, but not all. For instance, Orrington Farms and Herb Ox offer gluten-free beef bouillon. It’s crucial to check the packaging for a gluten-free label or read the ingredient list to ensure there are no sources of gluten present. Remember that gluten can come from malt flavorings, wheat products, and some preservatives.
Is beef bouillon vegetarian?
No, beef bouillon is not vegetarian as it traditionally contains beef broth or beef fat, made from simmered beef parts. There are, however, vegetarian versions of bouillon on the market that attempt to replicate the savory flavor of beef without animal products. These are typically clearly labeled as vegetarian or vegan.
Is bouillon keto?
Yes, beef bouillon is considered keto-friendly as it is low in carbohydrates. A standard cube or teaspoon of granulated beef bouillon typically contains less than 2 grams of carbs, about 1% of the daily 150 grams of carbs recommended for a typical 2,000-calorie diet. However, it’s high in sodium, which should be monitored on any diet, including keto.
Is beef bouillon vegan?
No, traditional beef bouillon is not vegan as it is made from beef-derived ingredients, such as beef broth and/or fat. As with the question about vegetarians, there are vegan versions of bouillon that don’t use animal ingredients, but these would clearly be marked as vegan on the packaging.