Lightlife Smart Bacon Bacon, Plant-Based
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Zero Saturated Fat
- Protein Content
Verdict
Lightlife Smart Bacon Bacon, Plant-Based is a seasoned meat alternative designed to mimic the flavor and texture of smoked bacon. Its main strength is the relatively low sodium per slice, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a flavor-focused addition to plant-based meals.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it in a vegan breakfast sandwich with avocado and a plant-based patty.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is lean, featuring a modest amount of protein and no saturated fat. While salt is present, the levels are lower than those typically found in similar meat alternatives.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 20 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 1g | 1% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 140mg | 6% |
| Total Carbs | 0g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 0% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 4mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0.3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 40mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from wheat gluten and soy protein isolate to create a meaty structure. This base is enhanced with soybean oil and a blend of smoke flavors and spice extractives to achieve its characteristic savory taste.
Ingredients
Water, Wheat Gluten, Soy Protein Isolate, Soybean Oil, Salt, Sugar, Natural Smoke Flavors, Spice Extractives, Contains Less than 2% of: Soy Protein Concentrate, Carrageenan, Yeast Extract, Vegetable Oil, Natural Flavor, Red Rice Flour, Smoked Sugar, Oleoresin Paprika (Color).