Trader Joe’s Non-Dairy Oat Beverage Unsweetened Vanilla
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Low Sodium
- No Added Sugar
- Moderate Fiber
- Low Protein
Verdict
Non-Dairy Oat Beverage Unsweetened Vanilla is a plant-based milk alternative used as a liquid base for drinks and recipes. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it functions as a neutral, creamy component for various plant-based meals.
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 as a creamy base for a morning smoothie bowl or stir it into a pot of oatmeal.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a low-calorie profile with a modest amount of fiber. Protein levels are minimal, though the sodium remains low.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 60 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 85mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs | 5g | 2% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 0g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 1.3mcg | 6% |
| Calcium | 160mg | 10% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 200mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The beverage is built from partially hydrolyzed oats and vegetable oils. To maintain its texture and nutrient density, the formula includes a vitamin fortification blend and several industrial gums and stabilizers.
Ingredients
PARTIALLY HYDROLYZED OATS, VEGETABLE OIL (SUNFLOWER AND/OR CANOLA AND/OR PALM OIL), NATURAL FLAVORS, CALCIUM CARBONATE, DIPOTASSIUM PHOSPHATE, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, GELLAN GUM, XANTHAN GUM, SEA SALT, TRICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, CITRIC ACID (ACIDIFIER), VITAMIN FORTIFICATION BLEND (VITAMIN A PALMITATE, VITAMIN D2 [ERGOCALCIFEROL], RIBOFLAVIN [VITAMIN B2], VITAMIN B12 [CYANOCOBALAMIN]).
