How much nutritional yeast to hit 30 g of protein?
You’d need about
60 g
roughly 2.1 oz · 195 kcalNutritional yeast is one of the most protein-dense foods you can eat, so it takes only about 60 g (2.1 oz) to reach 30 g of protein. That makes it an efficient choice on a low-appetite day, when every bite has to count.
50 gprotein / 100 g
325kcal / 100 g
15.4 gprotein / 100 kcal
How much nutritional yeast for different protein targets
| Protein target | Nutritional yeast | In ounces |
|---|---|---|
| 15 g | 30 g | 1.1 oz |
| 20 g | 40 g | 1.4 oz |
| 25 g | 50 g | 1.8 oz |
| 30 g | 60 g | 2.1 oz |
| 40 g | 80 g | 2.8 oz |
| 50 g | 100 g | 3.5 oz |
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Questions
- How much nutritional yeast do I need for 30 g of protein?
- About 60 g — roughly 2.1 oz — of nutritional yeast provides 30 g of protein, based on its 50 g of protein per 100 g.
- How much protein is in nutritional yeast?
- Nutritional yeast has about 50 g of protein per 100 g, at roughly 325 kcal per 100 g.
- Is nutritional yeast a good way to hit protein goals on a GLP-1?
- Yes — nutritional yeast is protein-dense, so a modest portion goes a long way when your appetite is reduced.
Figures are approximate estimates per 100 g and vary by brand, cut, and preparation. This is general information, not medical or nutritional advice. See our Medical Disclaimer.