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How Many Calories in Trader Joe's protein patties?

Trader Joe's protein patties contains 257 kcal per 100g, with 15.9g of protein, 9.7g of carbohydrates, and 17.7g of fat. High in protein, providing 15.9g per 100g. It is suitable for vegans.

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Nutritional Overview

Trader Joe's protein patties is a protein-rich food commonly used in main meals across many cuisines. Per 100g serving, it provides 257 kcal of energy, 15.9g of protein, 9.7g of carbohydrates, and 17.7g of fat.

It is a good source of protein, providing 15.9g per 100g (around 25% of its energy), approximately 32% of the UK Reference Nutrient Intake of 50g per day. Under UK/EU nutrition-claim rules, that meets the "high protein" threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. Protein plays a key role in muscle repair, immune function, and keeping you feeling full for longer.

Under UK FSA traffic-light labelling, this food is classified as high in fat with 17.7g per 100g (2.7g of which is saturated). The NHS recommends that fat makes up no more than 35% of daily energy intake. Portion awareness is advisable when including it regularly.

With only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, it meets the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold. This makes it a suitable choice for those reducing their sugar intake as part of a balanced diet.

Trader Joe's protein patties is suitable for vegan diets, making it a versatile choice for households with mixed dietary requirements. At 257 kcal per 100g, Trader Joe's protein patties can add up fast if you're not tracking it. Our calorie count calculator for food keeps a running total so nothing slips through.

Frequently Asked Questions

How many calories are in Trader Joe's protein patties?

Trader Joe's protein patties contains 257 kcal per 100g, which is approximately 13% of the recommended daily intake of 2,000 kcal for an average adult.

Is Trader Joe's protein patties high in protein?

Yes, Trader Joe's protein patties provides 15.9g of protein per 100g (around 25% of its energy), meeting the UK/EU "high protein" nutrition-claim threshold of at least 20% of energy from protein. The UK Reference Nutrient Intake for protein is around 50g per day for adults. A 100g serving of Trader Joe's protein patties provides 32% of this.

Is Trader Joe's protein patties high in fat?

Yes, according to FSA traffic-light guidelines, Trader Joe's protein patties is classified as high in fat with 17.7g per 100g (the threshold is 17.5g). Of this, 2.7g is saturated fat.

Is Trader Joe's protein patties low in sugar?

Yes, Trader Joe's protein patties has only 0.0g of sugar per 100g, meeting the UK/EU "low sugar" nutrition-claim threshold.

Is Trader Joe's protein patties suitable for vegans?

Yes, Trader Joe's protein patties is suitable for a vegan diet as it contains no animal-derived ingredients. It provides 257 kcal and 15.9g of protein per 100g.

Sources & References

Data source for this food

  1. Open Food Facts — product label data (Open Food Facts)

General nutrition references

  1. British Nutrition Foundation — UK nutrition science and education
  2. USDA FoodData Central — US Department of Agriculture food composition database
  3. NHS Eat Well — UK National Health Service dietary guidance
  4. World Health Organization (WHO) Nutrition — global dietary guidelines and public health nutrition
  5. Food Standards Agency (FSA) — UK food labelling regulations and traffic-light nutrition guidelines

Nutritional values are per 100g unless otherwise stated and are provided for general information only. Not a substitute for professional dietary or medical advice. If you have a health condition, allergy, or are pregnant, consult a qualified healthcare professional. Values may vary depending on brand, preparation method, and serving size.

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