Ingredient

Yeast Salt

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Source

Not animal-derived

Allergen

No

Role in food

Manufacturers use yeast salt to enhance savory flavors in foods, acting as a flavor …

What it is

Yeast salt is a mixture of yeast extract and salt. Yeast extract is made by breaking down yeast cells to release their natural flavor compounds. These compounds are then concentrated and combined with salt.

Why it's used

Manufacturers use yeast salt to enhance savory flavors in foods, acting as a flavor enhancer. It is often found in processed foods like pizzas, breads, sandwiches, and skillet meals to add a rich, umami taste.

Health notes

Yeast salt is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) by the FDA for use in food. It is primarily composed of salt (sodium chloride), and excessive sodium intake is linked to high blood pressure. International bodies like JECFA have evaluated yeast extract and its components. No specific health concerns are associated with typical consumption levels of yeast salt.

Allergen info

Yeast salt is not derived from any of the 9 FDA major allergens. It does not contain gluten.

Products containing Yeast Salt

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FRESH & EASY Italian Thin Crust Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 181kcal 5.5Protein 9.4Fat 17.3Carbs WILDFLOUR BAKEHOUSE Virginia White Rolls Breads & Buns High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 393kcal 7.1Protein 14.3Fat 57.1Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Skillet Meal, Garlic, Shrimp Frozen Dinners & Entrees High in sodium — 24% DV per serving 97kcal 5.3Protein 2.2Fat 14.5Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Original Crust Pepperoni Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 40% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 35% DV per serving 257kcal 12.5Protein 11.1Fat 26.4Carbs Topco Associates, Inc. Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 23% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 260kcal 12.3Protein 11.0Fat 29.4Carbs Eddy Foods, LLC Blue Crab Spread Pepperoni, Salami & Cold Cuts High in saturated fat — 23% DV per serving 536kcal 10.7Protein 55.4Fat 1.8Carbs Brookshire Grocery Company Dinner Rolls, Garlic Frozen Bread & Dough 289kcal 7.9Protein 10.5Fat 42.1Carbs Salutare Foods, LLC Gourmet Flatbread Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 21% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 210kcal 10.9Protein 8.0Fat 21.0Carbs Wegmans Food Markets, Inc. Gluten Free Greek Pizza Pizza High in sodium — 20% DV per serving High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving 260kcal 7.9Protein 16.5Fat 20.5Carbs Speedway LLC Glazed Donuts, Glazed Cakes, Cupcakes, Snack Cakes High in saturated fat — 25% DV per serving 337kcal 5.6Protein 12.4Fat 53.9Carbs Perfect Pasta Inc. Perfect Pasta, Four Cheese Ravioli Pasta by Shape & Type High in saturated fat — 22% DV per serving 212kcal 9.7Protein 7.1Fat 27.4Carbs H & G Diners Corp. Maryland Style Crab Cakes Fish & Seafood High in sodium — 22% DV per serving 204kcal 9.9Protein 11.3Fat 16.9Carbs

Last updated: September 28, 2026

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