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Meat Alternatives Roundup

We analyzed 222 products to help you choose the healthiest & safest options.

Detailed Reviews (Page 8)

Calories
206
Sugar
2g
Marks and Spencer

Fresh Herb Falafels

Ingredients: Chickpeas (27%) (Water Chickpeas), Onions, Broad Beans (19%), Rapeseed Oil, Chickpea Flour, Rice Flour, Coriander, Parsley, Garlic Purée, Ground Spices (Cumin, Coriander, Black Pepper, Ginger, Cayenne Pepper), Salt, Lemon Zest, Green Chilli Purée, Cornflour, Dextrose.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
210
Protein
17g
Beyond Meat

Beyond Sausage Plant-Based Links Brat Original

Ingredients: WATER, PEA PROTEIN, AVOCADO OIL, BROWN RICE PROTEIN, NATURAL FLAVORS, METHYLCELLULOSE, 2% OR LESS OF INULIN, OAT BRAN, SUNFLOWER LECITHIN, VINEGAR, YEAST EXTRACT. OAT FIBER, LEMON JUICE CONCENTRATE, RICE STARCH, VEGETABLE JUICE COLOR, PEA STARCH, SALT, SPICES, APPLE EXTRACT, POTATO STARCH, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, CITRIC ACID, POTASSIUM SALT, POMEGRANATE CONCENTRATE, ONION POWDER, PAPRIKA EXTRACT, SODIUM ALGINATE CASING.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Sugar Free

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
143
Protein
15g
nasoya

Organic Tofu

Ingredients: water, organic soybeans, magnesium chloride, calcium sucralfate

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar
  • Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
126
Protein
20g
gardein

plant-based ground be'f

Ingredients: water, soy protein concentrate*, expeller pressed canola oil*, organic cane sugar, sea salt, yeast extract, onion powder, garlic powder, caramel color, natural flavors (from plant sources), spices,

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
261
Protein
27g
FIELD ROAST

ITALIAN GARLIC & FENNEL PLANT-BASED SAUSAGES

Ingredients: Filtered water, vital wheat gluten, expeller pressed safflower oil, eggplant, onions, yeast extract, kosher red wine (red wine, salt), garlic, barley malt, onion powder, dried red bell pepper, fennel seed, granulated garlic, sea salt and spices.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
175
Protein
30g
Upton's Naturals

Chorizo seitan

Ingredients: Water, vital wheat gluten, soy sauce (water, wheat, soybeans, salt), apple cider vinegar, garlic, guajillo, oregano, sea salt, onion, cumin, black pepper.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Sugar Free

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
106
Protein
11g
Vitasoy Usa Inc.

Extra Firm Tofu

Ingredients: WATER, ORGANIC WHOLE SOYBEANS, NIGARI (SEA WATER EXTRACT), CALCIUM SULFATE.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar
  • Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
261
Protein
26g
FIELD ROAST

SMOKED APPLE & SAGE PLANT-BASED SAUSAGES

Ingredients: Filtered water, vital wheat gluten, safflower oil, unsulfured dried apples, yukon gold potatoes, yeast extract (yeast, salt), onion powder, barley malt extract, spices, garlic, cultured cane sugar, vinegar, sea salt, yeast, rubbed sage, natural smoke flavor.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
183
Sugar
3g
Dr. Praeger's Sensible Foods

California Veggie Burgers

Ingredients: Carrots, onions, string beans, oat bran, soybeans, zucchini, expeller pressed canola oil, peas, broccoli, corn, soy flour, spinach, red peppers, arrowroot powder, corn starch, garlic, corn meal, sea salt, parsley, black pepper

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
176
Protein
21g
Lightlife

Organic Tempeh Original

Ingredients: Cultured organic soybeans (soybeans, lactic acid from plant sources), water, organic brown rice.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Sugar Free
  • Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
140
Protein
19g
Lightlife

Smart Dogs Plant-Based Hot Dogs

Ingredients: WATER, SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE, SOYBEAN OIL, CONTAINS LESS THAN 2% OF: TAPIOCA STARCH, METHYLCELLULOSE (FROM PLANT FIBER), BROWN SUGAR, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORS, NATURAL SMOKE FLAVOR, XANTHAN GUM, YEAST EXTRACT, SMOKED SUGAR, GUAR GUM, RED RICE FLOUR (COLOR), OLEORESIN PAPRIKA (COLOR), CANOLA OIL, WHEAT GLUTEN. CONTAINS: SOY, WHEAT.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Low Sugar

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Calories
56
Sugar
0g
Morinaga

Mori-Nu Shelf Stable Silken Tofu Firm

Ingredients: WATER, _SOYBEANS_, _SOY PROTEIN ISOLATE_, GLUCONO-DELTA - LACTONE, CALCIUM CHLORIDE.

The Good

  • Excellent Health Score
  • Sugar Free
  • Clean Ingredients

The Bad

  • Ultra Processed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Are products in the Meat Alternatives category always vegan?+
Not necessarily. We analyzed over 222 products in the Meat Alternatives category on CakeID. While some are plant-based, many contain hidden animal ingredients like milk powder, whey, or gelatin. Always check the "Is Vegan" status on our product pages.
How does CakeID rank the best Meat Alternatives?+
We rank Meat Alternatives based on their nutritional value, ingredient cleanliness (fewer additives), and vegan compatibility. Products with lower sugar and simpler ingredients rank higher.
Can I find low-calorie Meat Alternatives here?+
Yes! Our list highlights the nutritional details of each product. Look for the "Calories" badge on the product cards above to find low-calorie options.
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