Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon
Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon provides 375 kcal per 100 g, with 0 g of sugars and 12.5 g of protein. That is 100% less 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 Meat analogues category and comes in a 2 strips pack. Contains: eggs, gluten, milk, soybeans.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 2 strips (16 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 375 kcal | 60 kcal | 204 +84% | |
| Total fat | 28.1 g | 4.5 g | 6% | 10 +181% |
| Saturated fat | 3.1 g | 0.5 g | 3% | 1.8 +76% |
| Carbohydrates | 12.5 g | 2 g | 1% | 11.6 +8% |
| Total sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 2.2 −100% | |
| Dietary fiber | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 4.7 −100% |
| Protein | 12.5 g | 2 g | 4% | 15.2 −18% |
| Salt | 3.5 g | 0.6 g | 1.5 +123% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2798 Meat analogues products on Foodmetria.
Serving size from the US product label in USDA FoodData Central, label data from November 2020. Other values: Open Food Facts.
Nutrition claims check
Claims its numbers support
- Source of protein
- 13% of calories from protein (EU: at least 12% of calories from protein)
- Sugar-free
- 0 g sugars per 100 g (EU: no more than 0.5 g per 100 g)
Checked against the per-100 g thresholds of EU Regulation 1924/2006, using the nutrition data above. US labels follow FDA rules, which are mostly based on serving size and can give a different result; FDA has no defined “low sugar” claim.
Compared with other meat analogues
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Water, Soybean Oil, Modified Cornstarch, Egg Whites, Soy Flour, Wheat Gluten, Hydrolyzed Corn Protein, Contains 2% Or Less Of Vegetable Glycerin, Salt, Soy Protein Isolate, Sodium Citrate, Sodium Phosphate, Sugar, Yeast, Caramel Color, Natural And Artificial Flavors, Monocalcium Phosphate, Sodium Tripolyphosphate, Malic Acid, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Guar Gum, Lactic Acid, Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein, Yeast Extract, Spice, Locust Bean Gum, Sodium Sulfite (For Freshness), Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Carrageenan, Red 3, Nonfat Milk, Yellow 6, Citric Acid. Vitamins And Minerals: Niacinamide, Iron (Ferrous Sulfate), Vitamin B1 (Thiamin Mononitrate), Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine Hydrochloride), Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin), Vitamin B12.
- Allergens
- EggsGlutenMilkSoybeans
Additives 18
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Regulatory status of its additives
How the US, individual states and the EU treat additives found in this product's ingredient list.
United States
FDA revoked the authorization of Red 3 in food on January 15, 2025. Products must be reformulated by January 15, 2027.
Yellow 6 (E110) is among six petroleum-based dyes FDA is asking manufacturers to remove by the end of 2027. The phase-out is voluntary: the dyes remain approved.
California
The California Food Safety Act (AB 418) bans Red 3 (E127) in food sold in California from January 1, 2027.
The California School Food Safety Act (AB 2316) bars Yellow 6 (E110) from food served or sold in public schools from December 31, 2027.
West Virginia
West Virginia HB 2354 has barred Red 3 (E127) and Yellow 6 (E110) from school nutrition programs since August 1, 2025. A statewide ban due January 1, 2028 is on hold under a preliminary injunction (December 23, 2025) while the state appeals.
European Union
In the EU, food containing Yellow 6 (E110) must state that it "may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children."
In the EU, erythrosine (E127) is allowed only in cocktail cherries, candied cherries and bigarreaux cherries in syrup.
What these additives are and what the research says: Red 3, Yellow 6.
Additives are detected from the ingredient list by Open Food Facts and may be incomplete or out of date. Regulatory status checked October 6, 2026; rules are changing quickly. Not legal advice — always check the package label.
Product details
- Quantity
- 2 strips
- Serving size
- 2 strips (16 g)
- Sold in
- United States, world
- Barcode
- 0289891012126
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Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon?
Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon contains 375 kcal per 100 g and about 60 kcal per serving (2 strips (16 g)).
How much sugar is in Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon?
Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon has 0 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon 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 Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon contain?
According to the label data it contains: Eggs, Gluten, Milk, Soybeans. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Does Veggie Bacon Strips, Veggie Bacon contain additives restricted in the US or the EU?
Its ingredient list includes Red 3 (E127) and Yellow 6 (E110). FDA has revoked Red 3 for food, effective January 15, 2027; FDA is asking manufacturers to stop using Yellow 6 (E110) by the end of 2027 (voluntarily); California bans Red 3 (E127) in food from January 1, 2027; California bars Yellow 6 (E110) from public schools from December 31, 2027; West Virginia bars them from school meals; the EU requires a warning label on food with Yellow 6 (E110); the EU allows erythrosine only in a few cherry products. Recipes change — check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated May 3, 2025. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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