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Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs
Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs by Sainsbury's provides 160 kcal per 100 g, with 1.5 g of sugars and 15.2 g of protein. That is 31% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is A and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Meat analogues category and comes in a 380 g pack. Contains: gluten, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 100g
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 160 kcal | 160 kcal | 204 −22% | |
| Total fat | 6.6 g | 6.6 g | 8% | 10 −34% |
| Saturated fat | 0.6 g | 0.6 g | 3% | 1.8 −66% |
| Carbohydrates | 6.7 g | 6.7 g | 2% | 11.6 −42% |
| Total sugars | 1.5 g | 1.5 g | 2.2 −31% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.5 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 6.7 g | 6.7 g | 24% | 4.7 +44% |
| Protein | 15.2 g | 15.2 g | 30% | 15.2 |
| Salt | 1.1 g | 1.1 g | 1.5 −29% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2798 Meat analogues products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other meat analogues
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Rehydrated Textured _Soya_ Protein (57%), Onion Puree (9% Onion (6%), Rapeseed Oil, Water, Potato Flake, _Soya_ Protein Concentrate, Yeast Extract, Chickpea Flour, Tomato Puree Stabiliser: Methyl Cellulose; Parsley, Garlic Puree, Onion Powder Potato Starch, Maltodextrin, Sage, Garlic Powder, Salt, Malted _Barley_ Extract, Dextrose, Sea Salt, Carrot Powder, Black Pepper White Pepper, Tomato Powder, Flavouring, Onion Extract, Parsley Extract, Turmeric Extract.
- Allergens
- GlutenSoybeans
Additives 2
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 380 g
- Serving size
- 100g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00184755
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs?
Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs contains 160 kcal per 100 g and about 160 kcal per serving (100g).
How much sugar is in Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs?
Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs has 1.5 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of A (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. Always check the package label.
What allergens does Plant Pioneers Meat Free Meatballs contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated March 27, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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