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Plant pioner
Plant pioner by Sainsbury's provides 237 kcal per 100 g, with 26 g of sugars and 0.8 g of protein. That is 29% more sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is E and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Plant-based ice creams category and comes in a 325 g pack.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Category avg |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 237 kcal | 216 +10% |
| Total fat | 13.3 g | 10.8 +23% |
| Saturated fat | 11.3 g | 7.3 +54% |
| Carbohydrates | 27.1 g | 26.8 |
| Total sugars | 26 g | 20.1 +29% |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 18.1 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.8 g | 2.3 +21% |
| Protein | 0.8 g | 2 −61% |
| Salt | 0.5 g | 0.2 +192% |
*% Daily Value for 100 g, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 174 Plant-based ice creams products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other plant-based ice creams
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
salted caramel flavoured vegan ice cream (88%) (wat sugar, coconut oil, corn fibre, pea protein, oat prepara (1.0%) (water, oat flour (40%)), caramelised sugar sy emulsifier: mono - and diglycerides of fatty acids
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 325 g
- Labels & certifications
- VegetarianVegan
- Sold in
- United Kingdom
- Barcode
- 00459976
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Plant pioner?
Plant pioner contains 237 kcal per 100 g.
How much sugar is in Plant pioner?
Plant pioner has 26 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered high by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Plant pioner healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of E (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 pioner vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it appears to be vegan. 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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