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Beyond Patties, Plant Based, Original 6 ea
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Beyond Patties, Plant Based, Original 6 ea

Beyond
6 ea
Available at Foodtown
180
Calories
11g
Protein
270mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
70
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Beyond Patties Plant Based Original are frozen breakfast sausage patties that sit in the frozen foods aisle, typically in the plant-based or frozen breakfast section near other meat alternatives, veggie burgers, and frozen breakfast sandwiches. You might also find them placed close to conventional breakfast meats and bacon alternatives to catch shoppers comparing plant and animal options. These patties are geared toward quick morning routines, weekend brunches, and families or individuals who want a portable, protein-forward breakfast that cooks from frozen in about five minutes. Beyond positions these products as sustainable, modern, and health-conscious alternatives to pork sausage, speaking to flexitarians, environmentally minded millennials and Gen Z buyers, and shoppers reducing meat for health or ethics reasons. Packaging and label language lean on health and sustainability halos: plant-based, no GMOs, no soy or gluten, 0 mg cholesterol, lower in saturated fat and sodium compared with leading cooked sausage, and an 11 g protein callout per serving; the carton does not carry organic certification and avoids child-focused cartooning in favor of clean, adult-oriented branding. Processing is industrial: plant proteins are texturized using heating, cooling and pressure and combined with oils, emulsifiers and flavorings to replicate meat. Sensory notes: frozen, round patties that sizzle and brown in a skillet, offering a springy, chewy, juicy bite and savory umami top notes; beet and carrot extracts add color while methylcellulose and natural flavors create cohesion and mouthfeel. Rituals include pan-frying for breakfast sandwiches, tossing into a skillet for family brunch, or reheating for grab-and-go weekday mornings.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 2.0
Servings per Container: 3
Calories180
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat4.5g23%
Sodium270mg12%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Protein11g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Water,, Pea, Protein*,, Expeller-Pressed, Canola, Oil,, Refined, Coconut, Oil,, Natural, Flavors,, Inactivated, Yeast,, Rice, Protein,, Methylcellulose,, Yeast, Extract,, Apple, Extract,, Salt,, Pomegranate, Extract,, Vinegar,, Lemon, Juice, Concentrate,, Sunflower, Lecithin,, Beet, Juice, Extract, (for, color),, Carrot., *Peas, are, legumes., People, with, severe, allergies, to, legumes, like, peanuts, should, be, cautious, when, introducing, pea, protein, into, their, diet, because, of, the, possibility, of, a, pea, allergy., Contains, no, peanuts, or, tree, nuts..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Canola Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Sunflower Lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • Beet Juice Extract - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Additive

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This product is ultraprocessed: it contains isolated plant proteins, refined oils, emulsifiers (methylcellulose), flavorings and color extracts and is manufactured using industrial texturizing and mixing processes to mimic meat.

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Common Questions about Beyond Patties, Plant Based, Original 6 ea

Whether the Beyond Patty is 'healthy' can depend on your dietary goals. With 11 grams of protein per serving and only 180 calories, it can be a solid option for a quick meal. However, it's important to remember that it's still a processed food, so it’s best enjoyed as part of a balanced diet rich in whole foods.

Perfect For

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back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

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