Beyond Meat Beef Beyond Beef, Ground, Plant-Based
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Protein
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Beyond Meat Beef Beyond Beef, Ground, Plant-Based is a plant-based ground meat alternative. Its main strength is a high protein content, while its main tradeoff is a moderate amount of saturated fat. Overall, it serves as a hearty base for plant-based versions of traditional beef dishes.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Use it to build a hearty taco night spread or a plant-based pasta bolognese with sautéed vegetables.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is defined by a significant amount of protein balanced against a notable level of saturated fat and moderate sodium.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 230 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 14g | 18% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 390mg | 17% |
| Total Carbs | 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 20g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 100mg | 8% |
| Iron | 4mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 330mg | 6% |
Ingredient Analysis
This formulation is built from pea and rice proteins combined with canola and coconut oils. The addition of methylcellulose and natural flavors creates a processed texture and taste profile intended to mimic animal beef.
Ingredients
Water, pea protein*, expeller-pressed canola oil, refined coconut oil, rice protein, natural flavors, dried yeast, cocoa butter, methylcellulose, contains 1% or less: potato starch, salt, potassium chloride, beet powder color, apple extract, pomegranate concentrate, sunflower lecithin, vinegar, lemon juice concentrate, vitamins and minerals (zinc sulfate, niacinamide [vitamin B3], pyridoxine hydrochloride [vitamin B6], cyanocobalamin [vitamin B12], calcium pantothenate). *Peas are legumes. People with severe allergies to legumes like peanuts should be cautious when introducing pea protein into their diet because of the possibility of a pea allergy. Contains no peanuts or tree nuts.
