Is Beyond Meat actually healthy? Is it actually sustainable? After taking a look at the ingredients, the answer is hell no. Especially when the product touts itself as not just healthy, but sustainable.
Weird as it seems to me, I’m much more concerned with the actual ingredients of this beyond meat burger. If that isn’t enough to weird you out, I don’t know what is. This new plant-based burger that tastes and even bleeds like a real burger. I took a look at the ingredients and here’s my honest review! You may have heard about that new Beyond Meat Burger. summaryīoth burgers are sold in select restaurants and supermarkets, though the Beyond Burger remains more widely available in the United States, internationally, and online.So, you think by buying a Beyond Meat Burger, you’re doing yourself and the environment a favor? Think twice. You can also order it at a range of independent restaurants, as well as chains like Denny’s and Subway.īetween the two, the Beyond Burger is the only one currently available for purchase online. It’s currently available in several supermarkets, including Safeway, Target, Walmart, Wegmans, and Whole Foods. and international grocery stores and restaurants. On the other hand, the Beyond Burger is more readily accessible both in U.S. It’s also available at Burger King and several other restaurants in the United States, China, and Singapore but can be difficult to find in other countries. The Impossible Burger can be found in the meat aisle of select grocery stores in the United States, including Gelson’s Markets in Southern California, select Fairway Market locations in New York, and certain Wegmans throughout the United States. Thus, they contain fewer vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds than burgers made from whole foods. summaryīoth the Impossible Burger and Beyond Burger are made from processed ingredients. These ingredients contain significantly lower amounts of vitamins, minerals, and beneficial plant compounds than unprocessed plant-based burger ingredients like whole beans, lentils, or peas.īecause of this, both burgers are likely best enjoyed in moderation. However, it’s important to note that not all plant-based foods are equally beneficial ( 4, 5, 6, 7).įor instance, heavily processed, sugar- and salt-laden meat alternatives are not as conducive to optimal health as whole-food-based, minimally processed options.ĭespite being made exclusively from plants, both these burgers pack added sugar, salt, and other processed ingredients like protein isolates ( 1, 2). That’s in large part because plant-based diets have been linked to a variety of health benefits, including a lower risk of type 2 diabetes and heart disease. Many people view the Impossible Burger and Beyond Burger as healthier alternatives to meat-based burgers. They’re both simple to cook and can easily replace red meat in countless recipes beyond just burgers. The Impossible and Beyond Burgers have a similar texture and meat-like feel. This makes both burgers a handy meat replacement for a variety of recipes beyond just burgers, from lasagna and bolognese sauce to gyros and skewers. That said, the company behind the Beyond Burger also manufactures Beyond Beef - a package of plant-based ground meat that can be used in the same way as the Impossible Burger grounds. The Beyond Burger comes as a pre-shaped patty while the Impossible Burger is sold as plant-based grounds that can be formed into the shape and size of your choice. This meat-like texture and feel differentiate them from other plant-based burgers currently available. They hold their shape well during cooking, are easy to prepare, and even release a red fluid similar to what you see if cooking meat. summaryīoth burgers have a similar nutrition profile but their source of protein and main ingredients vary, making the Impossible Burger slightly richer in certain vitamins and minerals.īoth are convenient to use in a variety of recipesīoth products are a versatile and convenient replacement for ground meat. In addition, the Impossible Burger is fortified with additional vitamins and minerals, making it slightly higher in zinc, phosphorus, certain B vitamins, and vitamins C and E. Both have similar amounts of sodium and provide around 25% of the Daily Value (DV) of iron. Whereas the Impossible Burger is slightly lower in calories and fat, the Beyond Burger contains fewer carbs. Soy and potato provide most of the protein in the Impossible Burger while peas, mung beans, and brown rice are the main sources of protein in the Beyond Burger ( 1, 2). Both are rich in protein, providing close to the same amount you would get from a 4-ounce (113-gram) beef patty ( 3).
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