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The recorded US ingredient statement lists seed oils and artificial preservatives (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Confirm the exact formula on your package.
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Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil
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Ingredients and nutrition come from USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods (FDC ID 2618927, data date 2023-08-31, release 2026-04-30). These are brand-submitted label records in the public domain (CC0); retrieved 2026-10-16. Check the package for the current label.
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving (14 g, 1 Tbsp) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 357 kcal | 50 kcal |
| Total fat | 42.9 g | 6 g |
| Saturated fat | 14.3 g | 2 g |
| Sodium | 643 mg | 90 mg |
| Total carbohydrate | 0 g | 0 g |
| Dietary fiber | Unknown | Unknown |
| Total sugars | Unknown | Unknown |
| Added sugars | Unknown | Unknown |
| Sugar alcohols | Unknown | Unknown |
| Protein | 0 g | 0 g |
| Net carbs (carbs − fiber) | Unknown | Unknown |
Our research notes
What to know before you choose these other cooking fats
The recorded ingredient label lists 13 ingredients, led by water, butter and canola oil. Worth noting: it lists added sweeteners (tapioca maltodextrin), natural flavors, seed oils and artificial preservatives. For these other cooking fats, the comparison that matters most is fat and cooking use: choose ghee, lard, duck fat or another fat for your dish.
- Worth checkingLists seed oils (canola oil).
- Worth checkingLists artificial preservatives (potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate (to preserve freshness)).
- Worth checkingLists added sweeteners: tapioca maltodextrin (first appears at position 6 of 13).
- Worth checkingLists natural flavors; the specific flavoring ingredients are not disclosed.
- Good to knowContains thickeners or stabilizers: xanthan.
- Good to knowOils named on the label: canola oil.
- Good to knowIngredient and allergen statements mention milk. Always confirm the full allergen statement on the package.
You may prefer another option if…
- You avoid seed oils: the recorded label lists canola oil.
- You avoid artificial preservatives: the recorded label lists potassium sorbate and sodium benzoate (to preserve freshness).
- You are limiting added sugars: it lists tapioca maltodextrin.
- You want every flavoring ingredient disclosed: natural flavors are not itemized.
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- Plain or flavored. Read the complete recipe for blends and added flavorings.
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References
- Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil: brand-submitted label record (FDC ID 2618927) USDA FoodData Central
- Saturated fats American Heart Association
- Types of fat Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health
- Organic labeling and what the USDA Organic seal means USDA Agricultural Marketing Service
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Frequently Asked Questions
Does Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil contain seed oils?
The recorded ingredient statement lists seed oils. Review the full statement for the exact ingredients.
Does Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil contain artificial dyes or MSG?
No listed matches for artificial dyes or MSG were found in the current recorded statement. Confirm the formula against your package; this is not an allergy or safety assessment.
What is the verification standard for this product?
The complete ingredient statement was recorded from the linked product-specific source on 2026-10-16. Evidence expires after 90 days and requires a new source review; viewing this page does not renew it.
What are the ingredients in Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil?
The recorded ingredient statement reads: WATER,* BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), CANOLA OIL,* BUTTERMILK,* CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF FOOD STARCH-MODIFIED,* TAPIOCA MALTODEXTRIN,* SALT, MONO AND DIGLYCERIDES* AND PGPR* (EMULSIFIERS), LACTIC ACID,* POTASSIUM SORBATE AND SODIUM BENZOATE* (TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS), NATURAL FLAVOR,* XANTHAN GUM,* BETA-CAROTENE* (COLOR).
Is Land O Lakes Light Butter with Canola Oil healthy?
Its recorded label lists seed oils and artificial preservatives (2 of the 9 additive groups we check). Its clean score is 55 out of 100. That is a label check, not a nutrition rating: sugar, sodium, calories and portion size are separate questions.
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