unsalted

adjective

un·​salt·​ed ˌən-ˈsȯl-təd 

: not treated, provided, or seasoned with salt : not salted

unsalted butter

unsalted chicken broth

unplowed and unsalted roads

Examples of unsalted in a Sentence

Recent Examples on the Web

Step 2 Whisk 2 large eggs, room temperature, ¼ cup half-and-half, ¼ cup (packed; 50 g) dark brown sugar, ¼ cup (½ stick) unsalted butter, melted, slightly cooled, and 2 tsp. — Zoe Denenberg, Bon Appetit Magazine, 22 Oct. 2026

Choosing unsalted or lightly salted varieties is a simple way to enjoy their benefits without adding unnecessary sodium. — Laura Solla, Vogue, 21 Oct. 2026

Melt 1/2 cup unsalted butter in a large skillet over medium heat. — Alana Al-Hatlani, Southern Living, 18 Sep. 2026

Peanuts are a favorite of crows; opt for unsalted peanuts to avoid extra sodium. — Blythe Copeland, Martha Stewart, 2 Sep. 2026

Word History

First Known Use

15th century, in the meaning defined above