The term 'SPREADS USED INSTEAD OF BUTTER' can be summarized by the crossword solution 'OLEOS' (5 letters). Oleos are a type of spreadable food product made from vegetable oils, such as soybean, sunflower, or canola oil. They are often used as a substitute for butter, margarine, or other animal fats in cooking and baking. Oleos are lower in saturated fat than butter, and are also cholesterol-free.