Lightlife Smoky Tempeh Strips®
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Lightlife Smoky Tempeh Strips® are pre-marinated, plant-based strips designed for quick preparation. Their main strength is a high protein content, while their main tradeoff is a significant amount of sodium. Overall, they serve as a convenient, flavor-forward addition to a meal.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try them sliced into a hearty grain bowl or layered into a toasted vegan club sandwich.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a strong balance of protein and fiber with no saturated fat. However, the sodium levels are quite high relative to the serving size.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 cal | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 710mg | 31% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 15% |
| Total Sugars | 2g | — |
| Added Sugars | 2g | 4% |
| Protein | 12g | 25% |
| Calcium | 60mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.6mg | 8% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from cultured organic soybeans and soy sauce, then seasoned with a blend of cider vinegar, cane syrup, and natural smoke flavor. The inclusion of beet powder for color and yeast extract for savoriness reflects a formulated approach to flavor and appearance.
Ingredients
WATER, CULTURED ORGANIC SOYBEANS (SOYBEANS, LACTIC ACID FROM PLANT SOURCES), ORGANIC SOY SAUCE (WATER, ORGANIC SOYBEANS, SALT, ORGANIC WHEAT), ORGANIC CIDER VINEGAR, ORGANIC EVAPORATED CANE SYRUP, LESS THAN 2% OF: ORGANIC BROWN RICE, SEA SALT, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, ORGANIC BEET POWDER (COLOR), BAKER'S YEAST EXTRACT, ORGANIC DRIED ONIONS, ORGANIC SPICE.
