Beyond Meat Beyond Burger

vegan-patties

Why this score

• High in saturated fat; medium saltFSA traffic lights per 100g: high saturated fat 5.3 g (−0.6); medium salt 0.8 g (−0.2) (total −0.8).

Ingredients (30)

• 10WaterEssential ingredient; no health concerns.
• 8Pea proteinPlant-based protein; minimally processed; supports protein content.
• 6Canola OilMinimally processed vegetable oil; good source of unsaturated fats.
• 6FlavourLikely artificial/natural flavoring; composition unclear.
• 6Refined coconut oilNatural source, but refined processing removes some nutrients and compounds
• 8Rice ProteinIsolated plant protein, highly digestible, clean extraction method.
• 8Dried yeastNatural leavening agent, good source of B vitamins
• 8Cocoa ButterNatural fat from cacao; minimally processed, no additives present.
• 5MethylcelluloseSemi-synthetic cellulose derivative; safe thickener, no nutritional value
• 6Potato StarchNatural starch thickener; minimally processed, mostly carbohydrate.
• 8Apple extractConcentrated whole food source, retains polyphenols and antioxidants from apples
• 6Potassium chlorideSalt substitute; safe but artificial, used as flavor enhancer.
• 6SaltPreservative and flavoring; essential nutrient in moderate amounts.
• 8VinegarFlavoring and preservative; minimally processed, natural origin, low risk.
• 7Concentrated Lemon JuiceConcentrated whole fruit; minimal processing, natural flavoring.
• 8Beet juice extractConcentrated natural source of betalains, nitrates, and beneficial plant compounds
• 7Vegetable glycerinProcessed from vegetable oils, sweet taste, generally safe, minimal nutritional value
• 8Ascorbic acidVitamin C; used as dough conditioner; safe and beneficial.
• 8Beet extractConcentrated whole food source with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory compounds
• 3MaltodextrinHighly processed carbohydrate; rapid glucose absorption; minimal nutritional value.
• 8Pomegranate extractRich in ellagic acid and polyphenols, potent antioxidant whole food concentrate
• 6Sunflower lecithinNatural emulsifier; improves dough quality; safe.
• 9NiacinEssential B vitamin, important for energy metabolism and cellular health
• 8Pyridoxine HydrochlorideSynthetic B6 vitamin, highly bioavailable, essential nutrient
• 7Thiamine hydrochlorideSynthetic B1 form; bioavailable but less stable than natural.
• 8RiboflavinVitamin B2; essential nutrient, supports energy metabolism safely
• 8CyanocobalaminSynthetic B12 vitamin, essential for vegans, supports nerve function
• 8Calcium PantothenateVitamin B5; essential nutrient; beneficial in supplements.
• 7Ferric OrthophosphateIron fortification additive, bioavailable, commonly used in food fortification
• 8Zinc sulphateBioavailable mineral form, essential for immune function and protein synthesis