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Ratio Protein Vanilla
Dairy
📊 NOVA 4🌾 Gluten-Free

Ratio Protein Vanilla

Ratio
5.30 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
25g
Protein
3g
Sugars
100mg
Sodium
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Ratio Protein Vanilla is a single-serve, 5.3 oz refrigerated protein yogurt-style cup you’ll find in the dairy case alongside Greek yogurts, cottage cheese, and other high-protein cups. It sits near other functional dairy items — protein-packed tubs, drinkable yogurts, and chilled meal-replacement options — often arranged to catch shoppers looking for quick breakfasts or active-lifestyle snacks. This product suits grab-and-go mornings, post-workout refueling, or part of a packed lunch for busy days; it also fits into meal-prep routines where consumers want a protein boost without heavy calories. The brand reads as modern and performance-oriented: clean typography, a minimalist label, and messaging aimed at health-conscious adults, fitness enthusiasts, and young professionals who value macro-focused nutrition and convenience. Label claims lean on protein content and simple ingredient cues (e.g., cultured milk, ultra-filtered), with “natural flavor” noted and no organic or kid-focused branding — it’s marketed more as pragmatic nutrition than indulgence. Processing is moderate-to-high: made from ultra-filtered and cultured milks with added whey concentrate and food additives to stabilize texture and sweetness. Sensory-wise, expect a thick, creamy spoonable texture with a tang of cultured milk, a mild vanilla sweetness from non-nutritive sweetener, and a smooth mouthfeel courtesy of stabilizers and a touch of oil. Packaged in a chilled plastic cup with a peel lid, the ritual is quick and utilitarian — peel, spoon, and go — appealing to shoppers who want a fuss-free protein hit in the middle of a busy day.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat3.5g4%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol45mg15%
Sodium100mg4%
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Total Sugars3g
Protein25g
* 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

Cultured, Pasteurized, Ultra-Filtered, Nonfat, Milk,, Cultured, Pasteurized, Milk,, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Nonfat, Milk., Contains, 2%, or, Less, of:, Sunflower, Oil,, Sucralose,, Natural, Flavor,, Carrageenan..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Sunflower Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

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?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives (sucralose, carrageenan, whey protein concentrate, ultra-filtered milk, natural flavors) typical of ultra-processed foods, so it fits NOVA group 4.

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Common Questions about Ratio Protein Vanilla

Whether Ratio Protein Vanilla is 'healthy' really depends on your dietary goals. With 25g of protein and only 3g of sugar per serving, it can be a great option for those looking to boost their protein intake without added sugars. Just remember, 'healthy' is subjective — it might fit perfectly into a post-workout routine but may not be the best choice for someone seeking whole food options.

Perfect For

post-workout
back-to-school
meal-prep-sunday

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