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Butter, Light vs Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise: Nutrition Comparison

Compare calories, protein, fat, carbs, vitamins and minerals per 100 g. Values shaded green are generally the more favorable ones.

Key differences

  • Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise has more calories; Butter, Light is lower in calories.
  • Butter, Light has more protein per 100 g.
  • Butter, Light is notably higher in iron.
  • Butter, Light is notably higher in calcium.
  • Butter, Light is notably higher in potassium.

At a glance

Butter, Light on the left, Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise on the right. The longer bar holds more per 100 g; green marks the generally more favorable value.

Calories
499 kcal
717 kcal
Protein
3.3 g
1.1 g
Total Fat
55.1 g
79.4 g
Carbohydrate
0 g
2.7 g
Total Sugars
0 g
0.5 g

Nutrient comparison (per 100 g)

Nutrient Butter, Light Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise
Calories 499 kcal 717 kcal
Protein 3.3 g 1.1 g
Total Fat 55.1 g 79.4 g
Saturated Fat 34.3 g 8.6 g
Carbohydrate 0 g 2.7 g
Dietary Fiber 0 g 0 g
Total Sugars 0 g 0.5 g
Sodium 450 mg 568 mg
Potassium 71 mg 34 mg
Calcium 48 mg 18 mg
Iron 1.1 mg 0.5 mg
Magnesium 5 mg 1 mg
Vitamin C 0 mg 0 mg
Vitamin A 465 mcg 84 mcg
Vitamin D 0 mcg —
Cholesterol 106 mg 59 mg

Green highlighting marks the more favorable value where it applies (for example, more protein or less saturated fat). Neutral nutrients are not highlighted.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central. Values are per 100 g of edible portion and are reference figures — they vary by variety, preparation and brand. Last updated: 2026-04-30.

Butter, Light

  • Protein2.6%3.3 g
  • Fat97.4%55.1 g
  • Carbs0%0 g

Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise

  • Protein0.6%1.1 g
  • Fat97.9%79.4 g
  • Carbs1.5%2.7 g

Frequently asked questions

Which has more calories, Butter, Light or Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise?
Per 100 g: Butter, Light has 499 kcal, Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise has 717 kcal.
Which has more protein, Butter, Light or Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise?
Per 100 g: Butter, Light has 3.3 g of protein, Salad Dressing, Mayonnaise has 1.1 g.

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Note. This information is provided for general reference only and is not medical advice or a diet prescription. If you have a medical condition or special dietary needs, consult a physician or a registered dietitian.