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Boca Foods All American Flame Grilled Soy Protein Burgers
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Boca Foods All American Flame Grilled Soy Protein Burgers

Boca
10 oz
Available at Foodtown
110
Calories
14g
Protein
390mg
Sodium
4g
Fiber
78
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boca All American Flame Grilled Soy Protein Burgers are a familiar sight in the frozen vegetarian aisle, usually stacked near other plant-based patties and adjacent to frozen burgers and meat alternatives. The box of four frozen patties positions itself as an everyday, family-friendly meatless option for quick meals and backyard grills alike. Shoppers grab it on weeknight grocery runs when they want a no-fuss dinner, on game-day shopping trips for easy party food, or during back-to-school restocks for fast lunches and after-school meals. The Boca brand reads as mainstream and approachable, leaning on decades of presence in American supermarkets to appeal to shoppers seeking vegetarian convenience rather than boutique or artisanal credentials. Marketing emphasizes meatless, flame-grilled appearance and protein content, creating a mild health halo without organic or clean-label claims; the ingredient list does include familiar terms like soy and cheddar but also industrial-sounding additives. The package is a small rectangular frozen box containing individually molded round patties with grill markings; heating rituals include skillet searing, oven baking, or microwave convenience, often ending up on a burger bun with classic fixings. In your mouth the patty feels springy and compact, with a chewy soy texture and occasional pockets of cheddar, and a savory, slightly smoky seasoning profile. In plain terms, the product is made from concentrated plant proteins and a mix of flavorings and binders, meaning it is a highly processed frozen convenience food. It fits into routines where speed, familiarity, and a meatless label matter more than minimal processing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 4
Calories110
% Daily Value*
Total Fat4.5g6%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium390mg17%
Total Carbohydrate7g3%
Dietary Fiber4g14%
Protein14g
* 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,, SOY, PROTEIN, CONCENTRATE,, REDUCED, FAT, CHEDDAR, CHEESE, (PASTEURIZED, PART-SKIM, MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES,, ANNATTO, [COLOR],, VITAMIN, A, PALMITATE),, CORN, OIL,, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, MALT, EXTRACT, (FOR, COLOR),, HYDROLYZED, VEGETABLE, PROTEIN, (CORN,, WHEAT,, AND, SOY),, METHYLCELLULOSE,, DRIED, ONION,, CHEESE, POWDER, (CHEDDAR, CHEESE, [MILK,, CHEESE, CULTURE,, SALT,, ENZYMES],, SODIUM, PHOSPHATE,, SALT,, CREAM,, LACTIC, ACID),, SALT,, NATURAL, FLAVOR, (NON-MEAT),, SPICES,, DISODIUM, GUANYLATE, AND, DISODIUM, INOSINATE,, GARLIC, POWDER,, SESAME, OIL,, YEAST,, MANNITOL,, GLUTAMIC, ACID,, CARMEL, COLOR..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • SESAME OIL - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • SODIUM PHOSPHATE - Processed emulsifier
  • DISODIUM GUANYLATE - Synthetic preservative
  • DISODIUM INOSINATE - Synthetic preservative
  • ANNATTO - Artificial coloring
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo PreservativeNo Additive

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as soy protein concentrate, methylcellulose, hydrolyzed vegetable protein, disodium guanylate/inosinate, and caramel color, consistent with ultra-processed foods (NOVA 4). The product is formulated from modified plant proteins and multiple flavoring and processing agents rather than whole minimally processed foods.

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Common Questions about Boca Foods All American Flame Grilled Soy Protein Burgers

The Boca burger offers a solid protein punch with 14 grams per serving, which is great for muscle repair and satiety. With 4 grams of fiber, it also helps keep things moving along in your digestive system. However, like any processed food, it's best enjoyed in moderation and as part of a balanced diet rather than a daily staple.

Perfect For

weeknight-dinner
game-day-prep
back-to-school

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