How Much Protein Is In Saltines?

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Thin, crisp square crackers with a lightly salted top and a plain, mild flavor that pairs with soup and cheese.

Protein per 5 crackers (15g)

1.4

g

% Daily Value

3%

Complete Nutrition Facts for Saltines

Per 5 crackers (15g)

0.2g

sugar

Essential Amino Acids in Saltines

Per 5 crackers (15g)

Incomplete protein

Limiting amino acid: Lysine.

30mg

Histidine

50mg

Isoleucine

98mg

Leucine

26mg

Lysine

22mg

Methionine

68mg

Phenylalanine

40mg

Threonine

17mg

Tryptophan

60mg

Valine

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About Protein in Saltines

A serving of Saltines (15g) contains 1.4g of protein, which is 3% of the recommended daily value based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Protein is essential for building and repairing tissues, making enzymes and hormones, and supporting immune function. When planning your meals, consider that saltines is a low source of protein compared to other snacks & sweets.

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Source: USDA FoodData Central | FDC ID: 172746

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