Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs: Protein, Calories & Labelgrade B

Labelgrade: B 78 / 100 — Scores reflect strong protein density (21.2g per 100g).

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Protein
82/100
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Sugar
100/100
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Sodium
67/100
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Ingredients
70/100
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Fiber
55/100

Quick Facts

Per serving · 3 ONZ

Size 9 oz/255 g
UPC 852629004248
Verified 2026-05-27
200
Calories
18g
Protein 36% DV
6g
Carbs 2% DV
12g
Fat 15% DV
Sugar 0g
Fiber 2.98g · 11% DV
Saturated fat 2g
Trans fat 0g
Sodium 360mg · 16% DV
Cholesterol 0mg
Calcium 100mg · 8% DV
Iron 0.722mg · 4% DV

The short answer

Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs delivers 18 g of protein and 200 calories per 3 ONZ (USDA FDC 1869600) — about 21.2 g of protein per 100 g. The Labelgrade is B (78 / 100): Scores reflect strong protein density (21.2g per 100g).

Why this Labelgrade

DimensionGradeScore
Protein densityB+82 / 100
Ingredient qualityB-70 / 100
Sugar loadA+100 / 100
Sodium loadC+67 / 100
FiberC-55 / 100
OverallB78 / 100

How it compares

We’re still building out this category. For now, the benchmark to keep in mind is plain cooked chicken breast at ~31 g of protein per 100 g. Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs delivers 21.2 g per 100 g.

Whole-food equivalent

One 3 ONZ of Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs (18 g protein) equals roughly 58 g of cooked chicken breast (about 2.0 oz).

Scope

This page covers Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs (9 oz/255 g), UPC 852629004248, as represented in USDA Branded Foods FDC 1869600. Beyond Meat sells multiple variants of this product line — other sizes, flavors, or fat levels may have different macros. Manufacturers periodically reformulate; always check the actual package label.

Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)

WATER, PEA PROTEIN ISOLATE, EXPELLER-PRESSED CANOLA OIL*, PALM OIL, CARRAGEENAN, YEAST EXTRACT, METHYCELLULOSE, GARLIC POWDER, MALTODEXTRIN, POTASSIUM BICARBONATE, SPICES, POTASSIUM CHLORIDE, ONION POWDER, SORBITOL, CALCIUM CHLORIDE, TOMATO POWDER, CARAMEL COLOR, TAPIOCA STARCH, SALT, NATURAL FLAVORING, CALCIUM SULFATE, SUNFLOWER OIL, SUGARS.

Nutrition Facts
Nutrient Per Serving (3 ONZ)
Calories200
Protein18g
Total Fat12g
Saturated Fat2g
Trans Fat0g
Total Carbohydrates6g
Dietary Fiber2.98g
Total Sugars0g
Sodium360mg
Cholesterol0mg
Calcium100mg
Iron0.722mg
Scope: This page applies specifically to Beyond Meat, Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs (9 oz/255 g) · UPC 852629004248. Other sizes, flavors, or formulations may differ. Manufacturers periodically reformulate — always check the actual product label.

Where to buy

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs?

18 grams of protein per 3 ONZ (USDA FDC 1869600). Per 100 g of product, that's 21.2 grams.

How many calories per serving?

200 calories per 3 ONZ.

What's in Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs?

The first ingredients are: WATER, PEA PROTEIN ISOLATE, EXPELLER-PRESSED CANOLA OIL*, PALM OIL, plus additional minor ingredients. Full list is shown in the "Ingredients" section below, sourced verbatim from USDA Branded Foods.

Does Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs have added sugar?

No added sugar is listed in the USDA entry. The 0 g of sugars per serving appear to be naturally-occurring (lactose in dairy products, fruit sugars in fruit-containing products).

How much sodium per serving?

360 mg per 3 ONZ — about 16% of the FDA daily limit (2,300 mg).

Is Beyond Meat Beyond Beef Italian Meatballs 'high in protein' under FDA rules?

Yes — 18 g per serving is 36% of the FDA 50 g Daily Value, above the 20% threshold for the 'high in protein' claim.

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Sources

  • USDA · ID 1869600 · accessed 2026-05-27

Last verified: 2026-05-27