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Maple Bacon Jerky, 3 OZ
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📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free

Maple Bacon Jerky, 3 OZ

LOUISVILLE VEGAN JERKY
Available at Whole Foods
280
Calories
19g
Protein
12g
Sugars
1300mg
Sodium
9g
Fiber
46
Ingredients

What You Should Know

You'd spot this Maple Bacon Vegan Jerky in the snack or natural foods aisle — often grabbed for hikes, road trips, or a savory pantry snack. It delivers a smoky, nostalgic bacon-like vibe with sweet maple notes while promising a plant-based twist. The chewy, meat-like texture comes from industrially processed textured soy protein and multiple flavoring and preservative additives, hallmarks of ultra-processed formulations.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 serving
Servings per Container: 1
Calories280
% Daily Value*
Total Fat12g15%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium1300mg57%
Total Carbohydrate26g9%
Dietary Fiber9g32%
Total Sugars12g
Protein19g
* 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

TEXTURED, SOY, PROTEIN, TAMARI, (WATER,, SOYBEANS,, SALT,, ALCOHOL, [TO, PRESERVE, FRESHNESS]), MAPLE, SYRUP, WATER, NATURAL, SMOKE, FLAVOR, HIGH, OLEIC, SUNFLOWER, OIL, (TOCOPHEROLS,, ROSEMARY, EXTRACT,, AND, ASCORBYL, PALMITATE, [ADDED, AS, AN, ANTIOXIDANT]), WHITE, VINEGAR, CONTAINS, LESS, THAN, 2%, OF, VEGAN, BROWN, SUGAR, VEGETABLE, JUICE, COLOR, PAPRIKA, SPICES.

Flagged Ingredients:

  • High oleic sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Alcohol [to preserve freshness] - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo Preservative

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 industrially modified ingredients (textured soy protein, concentrated tamari, natural smoke flavor), added antioxidants and preservatives, and multi-ingredient formulations to mimic meat — consistent with NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Maple Bacon Jerky, 3 OZ

The Maple Bacon Jerky can be considered a healthier snack option compared to traditional jerky, especially if you’re looking for a high-protein, high-fiber treat. With 19 grams of protein and 9 grams of fiber per serving, it can be a satisfying choice for those seeking a savory snack. However, it does have 1,300 mg of sodium, so if you're watching your salt intake, you might want to enjoy it in moderation.

Perfect For

road-trip
game-day-prep
movie-night

Vibe:

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$6.29
per package