Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Lard's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Low nutrient density 0/100
How many beneficial nutrients Lard delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Lard come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
100% from fat
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Carbs 0%0.0 g per serving
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Fat 100%100.0 g per serving
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Protein 0%0.0 g per serving
What Lard is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.0 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | |
| Total Sugars | 0.0 g | — |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 100.0 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 39.2 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 45.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 11.2 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 1,000.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 10,200.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 100.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 200.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 1,300.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 23,800.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 13,500.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 2,700.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 41,200.0 mg | — |
| Gadoleic Acid | 1,000.0 mg | — |
| Erucic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 10,200.0 mg | — |
| Arachidonic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Eicosapentaenoic Acid (EPA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Docosahexaenoic Acid (DHA) | 0.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 0.0 g | |
| Histidine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 0.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 0.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 0.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin D | 2.5 mcg | |
| Vitamin E | 0.6 mg | |
| Vitamin K | 0.0 mcg | |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.0 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.0 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 0.0 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.0 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 0.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.0 mg | |
| Choline | 49.7 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 0.0 mg | |
| Iron | 0.0 mg | |
| Magnesium | 0.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 0.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 0.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 0.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.1 mg | |
| Copper | 0.0 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.0 mg | |
| Selenium | 0.2 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 95.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | 0.0 mg | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | 0.0 g | — |
| Caffeine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Theobromine | 0.0 mg | — |
| Ash | 0.0 g | — |
About Lard
Lard is fat rendered from pork, a cooking staple for centuries that fell out of fashion in the era of vegetable oils and is now enjoying a modest revival among bakers and cooks who prize what it does in the kitchen. It is solid and creamy-white at room temperature and melts cleanly when heated.
Being a pure fat, it is very calorie-dense — about 900 calories per 100 grams. Its fat is roughly 40 percent saturated and a large share monounsaturated, so while it is certainly a saturated-fat source to use in moderation, it is not as heavily saturated as butter or coconut oil. It contains no carbohydrate or protein.
Where lard truly shines is pastry: its large fat crystals create the flakiest pie crusts and biscuits, and its high smoke point makes it excellent for frying. Used thoughtfully, it is a flavorful traditional fat with real culinary merit.
Nutrition data from USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Lard?
There are 901 calories in 100 g of Lard, or about 1,847 calories in 1 cup (205 g).
How much protein is in Lard?
Lard contains 0.0 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Lard?
Lard has 0.0 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Lard?
Lard provides 100.0 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Lard a good source of?
Lard is a good source of Vitamin D (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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