Legumes & beans

Soy protein isolate

FDC 174276oz (28 g)

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Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Density 84 · +21 vs Legumes & beans median

On our Nutrient Density Score, which measures beneficial nutrients per calorie relative to the foods we cover, Soy protein isolate ranks among the most nutrient-dense foods we cover, scoring 84 of 100. Within legumes & beans it ranks 11 of 60. Per 100 grams it is an excellent source of protein (177% DV), an excellent source of iron (81% DV), a good source of calcium (14% DV). Most of its 335 calories per 100 grams come from protein. Worth noting: it is high in sodium (1000 mg per 100 g).

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 88.3 g · 92%Carb 0 g · 0%Fat 3.4 g · 8%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories335 kcal17%
Total fat3.4 g4%
Saturated fat0.42 g2%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium1000 mg43%
Carbohydrate0 g0%
Dietary fiber0 g0%
Sugars0 g
Protein88 g177%
Potassium81 mg2%
Calcium178 mg14%
Iron15 mg81%
Magnesium39 mg9%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0 mg0%

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FDC 174276

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Protein177% DV
Iron81% DV
Calcium14% DV

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

Versus the legumes & beans median

Nutrient density84 vs 63 median
Protein / 100 g88 vs 21 median
Fiber / 100 g0 vs 5.4 median
Sodium / 100 g1000 vs 203 median

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

NattoDensity 86 vs 84Peanut flour, defattedDensity 87 vs 84Soybean, curd cheeseDensity 87 vs 84

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