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Pea Protein Isolate — Representative isolateC
Proteins · #26 of 34

Pea Protein Isolate

Representative isolate · Protein Powders

48/100C tier
Calories36
Protein75g
Fiber0g
Sodium9mg
Sugar—g

Graded C — 48 out of 100, #26 of 34 proteins. Clean label carries the score (85/100); omega-3 drags it down (0/100).

The short version: Best of the plant powders — still a step down from whey on protein quality.

The catch: Sodium can run high depending on brand; leucine content trails whey.

Nutrition facts

Nutrition Facts

per 100g
Calories36
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 2g3%
Saturated Fat 0.5g2%
Cholesterol 0mg
Sodium 900mg39%
Dietary Fiber 0g
Protein 75g150%
Iron 5mg28%
* % Daily Values use FDA label references (2,000-calorie diet). Micronutrient %DV uses the same reference values as our scoring. Values: USDA SR Legacy or the manufacturer/chain’s published label.

Why it scored 48

Clean label ×1585
Protein ×2583
Protein quality (DIAAS) ×2061
Micronutrients ×307
Omega-3 ×100

Each factor is scored 0–100, then combined with the weights shown. Read the full methodology.

Where it ranks

#26 of 34 in Proteins. Why per-100-calorie scoring changes everything →

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Questions people ask

Is Pea Protein Isolate healthy?

It grades C — 48 out of 100, #26 of 34 proteins in our system. Best of the plant powders — still a step down from whey on protein quality.

How many calories are in Pea Protein Isolate?

36 calories per 100g. For context, that is scored per 100 calories here, which is why energy-dense foods can grade lower than you’d expect.

How is the nutrition score for Pea Protein Isolate calculated?

Each factor (protein, fiber, micronutrients, and others depending on the category) is scored 0–100 against a fixed benchmark, then combined with published weights. See the score breakdown above or read the full methodology.

A note before you eat your screen: grades are computed from published nutrition data with a transparent formula. They are a starting point for thinking about food, not medical advice. Talk to your doctor or a registered dietitian about your diet.