Nut & Seed Butters for Vegan, Gluten-Free & Low-Carb Diets

Nut and seed butters have become increasingly popular among those following special diets, offering a versatile and nutritious option for various dietary needs. Once Again's range of products provides excellent choices for those adhering to vegan, gluten-free, or low-carb diets. Let's explore how these delicious spreads can enhance your special diet experience.

Vegan Diet

For those following a vegan lifestyle, nut and seed butters are an excellent source of plant-based protein and healthy fats. Once Again's Organic Peanut Butter, for example, offers 8 grams of protein per 2-tablespoon serving, making it a perfect addition to vegan meals and snacks. Once Again’s nut and seed butters are all vegan, so there are plenty of choices from our catalog of products! From Almond butter to Tahini, the options are endless in ways to use it and nourish while still adhering to a vegan diet. 

Vegan-friendly options:

• Use Once Again Almond Butter as a base for creamy salad dressings
• Spread Once Again Cashew Butter on whole-grain toast for a quick breakfast
• Add a spoonful of Once Again Sunflower Seed Butter to your morning smoothie for extra nutrition
• Add a spoonful of Once Again Tahini to your soups for a creamy and protein rich base.

Our nut and seed butters also serve as fantastic substitutes in recipes, making it easy to create vegan-friendly dishes. With a variety of options available, such as almond butter, cashew butter, sunflower seed butter, and tahini, you can enhance your meals while adhering to a plant-based diet. Here’s how to effectively use these butters in your cooking and baking.

Baking Substitutes:

Many traditional baking recipes call for dairy or eggs, but nut and seed butter can easily replace these ingredients.

Egg Replacement: For recipes that require eggs, nut butter can act as a binding agent. Use 3 tablespoons of almond or cashew butter in place of one egg. This works well in cookies, brownies, and muffins. Try our brown sugar cinnamon muffins recipe to experience how easy it is to substitute ingredients in traditional recipes!

Fat Replacement: In recipes that call for butter or oil, you can substitute with nut or seed butter. For instance, for peanut butter cookies, replace half the butter with peanut butter for added flavor and protein. For almond butter brownies, use almond butter instead of butter for a rich texture.

Gluten-free Diet

All Once Again's nut and seed butters are naturally gluten-free, making them an ideal choice for those with celiac disease or gluten sensitivity. These products can be used to add flavor and nutrition to gluten-free baked goods or as a protein-rich spread on gluten-free crackers or bread.

Gluten-free ideas:

• Use peanut butter as a binder in gluten-free energy balls.
• Spread almond butter on gluten-free rice cakes for a quick snack
• Incorporate cashew butter into gluten-free sauces for added creaminess
• Use Once Again Peanut Butter as you combine with beans for a gluten-free brownie that is both healthy and delicious.

Low-carb Diet

Nut and seed butters are excellent options for those following low-carb or ketogenic diets due to their high fat and protein content and relatively low carbohydrate levels. Once Again's unsweetened peanut butter contains only 7 grams of carbohydrates per serving, with 2 grams of dietary fiber. Our Once Again nut and seed products facilitate the creation of recipes that will curb your carbohydrate cravings too! Check out his muffin recipe that combines our Almond butter with white beans for a  protein rich muffin.

Low-carb suggestions:

• Use almond butter as a dip for low-carb vegetables like celery or cucumber
• Add a spoonful of peanut butter to your coffee for a keto-friendly latte
• Incorporate sunflower seed butter into low-carb baked goods as a flour substitute

Nutritional Benefits

Regardless of your specific dietary needs, Once Again's nut and seed butters offer a range of nutritional benefits:

1. High in healthy fats: Nut and seed butters are rich in monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, which are beneficial for heart health.
2. Good source of vitamins and minerals: These butters contain essential nutrients like vitamin E, magnesium, and zinc.
3. Fiber-rich: With 2 grams of dietary fiber per serving, Once Again's peanut butter can help support digestive health.

We’re proud here at Once Again to be able to offer a delicious and nutritious option for those following vegan, gluten-free, or low-carb diets. The versatility, nutritional benefits, and commitment to quality make Once Again nut and seed butters an excellent addition to any special diet regimen. Whether you're spreading it on toast, adding it to smoothies, or using it in your favorite recipes, Once Again's nut and seed butters can help you meet your dietary needs while enjoying delicious, wholesome food.