These nourishing protein alternatives range from vitamin-packed nut butter spreads to vegetarian-friendly cold cuts. When looking at products modeled after cured meats or deli counter favorites like salami and sausages, standouts include banana jerky snacks that replace traditional meat with a plant-based substitute.
Similarly, traditional veggie burgers are getting an inventive overhaul with examples like patties and pepperoni that are derived from soybean and jackfruit ingredients. Additional standouts include portion-controlled or veggie-infused cheese strings snacks along with healthier dessert options like decadent brownies that are actually made with a chickpea base.
High protein legume pastas and cricket flower energy bars round off these protein alternatives and serve as the perfect pre or post-workout pick-me-up or meal options that keeps nutrition, well-being and ultimately sustainability in mind.
40 Nutritious Protein Alternatives
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Nutritionally Balanced Snacks
The New Balanced Breaks Snacks are Made for Nutritious Snacking
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Cold-Pressed Protein Bars
The Primal Pantry Snack Bars Opt for Entirely Natural Ingredients
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Protein Water Beverages
For Goodness Shake's Water is Packed with 20 Grams of Protein
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Berry Superfood Bars
Health Warrior's Snack Bars Celebrate Chia Seeds as a Main Ingredient
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Pocket-Sized Protein Snacks
Oscar Mayer's P3 Portable Protein Packs are a Healthy Energy Source
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Fruit-Based Meat Substitutes
Upton's Naturals Uses Jackfruit as a Plant-Based Alternative to Meat
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Cold-Pressed Chia Seed Drinks
These Cold-Pressed Juices are Packed with Superfood Ingredients
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Social Good Snack Clusters
Project 7's 'Good Squared' Promotes Good Health and World Change
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Puffed Chickpea Snacks
Organic 'HIPPEAS' Appeal to a New Generation of Hippies
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Protein-Packed Cookies
The 'Perfect Cookie' is an Energy Bar Disguised as a Baked Good
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All-Natural Energy Bars
KIND's Healthy Energy Bars are Made with Just Fruits, Veggies and Chia
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Personalized Energy Bars
This Company Lets Customers Order Custom Energy Bars
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Vegetarian Cold Cuts
Rügenwalder Mühle is Selling Vegetarian-Friendly Cold Cuts
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Microwaveable Grain Pouches
I Am Super Grains is a New Line of Healthy and Convenient Side Dishes
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Bite-Sized Meal Replacements
This Tasty Nutrition Bar is Designed to Fully Replace Daily Meals
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Homemade Energizing Snacks
These Vegan and Gluten-Free Energy Bars Feature a Tropical Flair
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Algae Snack Bars
This Green Snack Bar is Made with Superfoods Like Spirulina
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Cold-Pressed Meal Replacements
TrueVibe's Organic Eat Clean Meals Provide Fuel for Busy Days
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Vegetable-Infused Cheese Strings
Burnett Dairy Blends Mozzarella and All-Natural Vegetables
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High-Protein Legume Pastas
The Explore Asian Gluten-Free Bean Pasta is Packed with Protein
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Caffeinated Seed Milks
Rawpothecary's 'Sun Coffee' Blends Coffee with Sunflower and Pumpkin Seeds
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Nut Butter Snack Packs
Justin's New Snack Packs Combine Nut Butter with Crunchy Additions
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Meatless Vegan Jerky
Primal Spirit Foods' Vegan Snacks are Made with Seitan, Soy or Mushrooms
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Oat-Based Pork Substitutes
Gold&Green Foods Uses Oats to Make Its 'Pulled&Shredded' Vegan Pork
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Convenient Seed Snack Packaging
The Punch Foods Superseeds Organic Seed Snacks are Scrumptious
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Meatless Fruit Skewers
These Watermelon Feta Mint Skewers are a Sweet Take on the Popular BBQ Item
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Vegetarian Lentil Meatballs
These Homemade Quinoa Balls are Ideal to Throw into Sauces
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Preservative-Free Protein Bars
These Organic Protein Bars Are a Healthy Alternative to Meals
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Jackfruit Meat Substitutes
The Jackfruit Company Uses Fruit as a Flavorful Alternative to Meat
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Portion-Controlled Cheese Snacks
This Snacking Cheese from BelGioioso Comes in 70-Calorie Sets
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Meatless Pepperoni Pizza Pockets
Gardein's Kosher Pizza Pockets Are Free of Meat and GMOs
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Vegan Schnitzel Snacks
Wiesenhof is Selling Vegetarian Versions of Popular German Dishes
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Artisan Pulse Chips
RW Garcia's New Pulse Chips are Made from Protein-Rich Pulse Crops
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All-Natural Hemp Bars
Ruth's Hemp Bars are Packed With Proteins and Essential Fatty Acids
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Chickpea-Based Brownies
Pure Genius' Garbanzo Bean Brownies are Made with Nutritious Ingredients
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Vegan Tofu Pepperoni
Minimalist Baker Constructs a Plant-Based Sausage Alternative Using Soybean
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Spicy Seafood Nuggets
The New Sriracha Shrimp Nibblers from White Castle are a Tasty Menu Addition
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Watermelon Seed Butter
This Sakara Product is an Alternative to Common Nut and Seed Spreads
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Alternative Vegetarian Meatballs
IKEA is Launching a Vegetarian Version of Their Swedish Meatballs
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Spiced Banana Jerky
Antony & Sons' Dried Banana Snack is a Fruit-Based Jerky Alternative
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Mushroom Protein Bars
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Seed Oil-Free Protein Powders
HeLa Nutrition Offers a Whole Food Approach to Plant-Based Protein
AI-Generated Snack Bars
NotSnack Protein Bars Feature Plant-Based Protein & Slow-Release Carbs
Brain-Boosting Protein Bars
The Brain Boost Plant-Powered Protein Bar Supports Brain Health
Gut-Supporting Veggie Chips
Go Natural's Probiotic Chips Support a Healthy Gut Microbiome
Beet Jerky Snacks
Theo’s Plant-Based Makes Savory, Soy-Free & Vegan Jerky
Vegan Charcuterie Kits
C’est Lä Vé's Variety Charcuterie Packs Share Snackable Samples
Natural Ingredient Protein Bars
The PB2 Performance Plant Protein Bars Come in Two Flavors
Meatless Filled Pastas
Meatless Farm is Introducing the UK to Plant-Based Meat-Filled Pastas
Plant-Based Powder Meal Replacements
HLTH Code Complete Meal Plant Based Powder is Protein-Rich
Bean-Based Chocolate Alternatives
Nukoko Makes a Cocoa-Free Chocolate Alternative from Fava Beans
Sweet Potato Jerky Snacks
Theo's Plant-Based Debuted a New Snack at Expo West
Meat Alternative Egg Bites
Veggies Made Great's Frittata Bites Now Include Beyond Meat® Options
Bean-Based Alt Meats
Heinz's Meatless Burgers & Mince are "Powered by Beanz"
Plant-Based Protein Snacks
The JUNKLESS Plant Power Crispy Chewy Protein Bars Come in Two Flavors
Plant-Based Protein Milks
Muscle Milk Introduces the New Plant Protein Line in Two Flavors
Innovative Plant-Based Proteins
Liven Proteins Aims to Revolutionize Plant-Based Foods
Jackfruit-Based Meat Alternatives
jack & annie's Introduces Three New Plant-Based Meat Offerings
Real Food Meal Replacements
The POSSIBLE Performance Products Have High-Quality Taste
Ready-to-Drink Plant-Based Protein Shakes
Suja Organic Protein Shakes Come in Three Flavors
Plant-Based Protein-Rich Alt Milks
Alpro Plant Protein Has No Sweeteners and Comes in Two Flavors
Vegan Ground Meat Mixtures
Trader Joe's New Meatless Ground is a Vegan Ground Meat Substitute
Exceptional Plant-Based Cheeses
These Vegan Cheeses Aim to Be First Choices, Not Alternatives
Cinnamon Churro Meatless Jerkies
All Y'alls Foods' Cinnamon Churro Jerky is Sweet & Protein-Packed
Thick Plant-Powered Yogurts
Abbot Kinney’s Skyr Protein Coconut is a Sustainable Alternative
Nutrient-Dense Protein Snacks
The Protein Ball Co. is Introducing Two New Vegan Snack Balls
Plant-Based Seafood Alternatives
Loki Foods Unveiled a Sustainable Atlantic Cod Fillet Alternative
Organic Cashew Fruit Meats
This Fully Plant-Based Meat Alternative Uses Brazilian Cashew Apples
Cold Pressed Pumpkin Proteins
The North Coast Naturals Pumpkin Protein Contains 9 Amino Acids
Vitamin-Enriched Protein Bars
Vitl Protein Bars Come in Three Functional Flavors
Cruciferous Cheese Alternatives
Chizou is Made from Cauliflower and Chickpea Protein
Plant-Powered Meal Replacement Bars
Eat Virgin's Meal Replacement Bars Use Nutritious Whole Foods
Protein-Rich Vegan Menus
Protein Bar & Kitchen Has a New Vegan Menu Featuring Chopped Chick’n
Plant-Based Chicken Alternatives
Recreate Foods Makes Nuggets, Filets & More for Foodservice
Dessert-Like Plant Protein Drinks
REBBL's Protein Beverages Capture the Flavors of Cookies & Pie
Nutrient-Dense Protein Snacks
Greens First Protein Bars Come in Two Flavors
Egg-Based Protein Crisps
Todd’s Protein Crisps are Made with Real Egg Whites & Lentils
Pea Protein Plant-Based Yogurts
Silk Greek-Style Plant-Based Yogurt Has 12-Grams of Protein
Dairy-Identical Cheeses
Nobell Foods Approaches Alt-Cheese Differently with "Plant-Grown Protein"
Premium Alt Proteins
Abbot's Makes Plant-Rich Proteins Like Ground "Beef" & Fajita Chick'n
Heart-Healthy Hot Dogs
The Impossible Hot Dog is Plant-Based and Cholesterol-Free
Chickpea-Based Tofus
omami Makes Vegan-Friendly Protein with Minimal Ingredients
Microalgae-Based Nuggets
SimpliiGood's Nuggets Feature 80% Fresh Spirulina & Prebiotic Fibers
Peanut Butter Protein Snacks
These New Warrior CRUNCH Bars Come in Two Flavors
Unconventional Fish Alternatives
WOOP4 Makes Inventive Plant-Based Products Like Vegan Piranha
Upcycled Meat Alternatives
Migros Crafts Alt Meat from Spent Brewer’s Grain
Protein-Rich Deli Snacks
The Dietz & Dats Deli Snack Packs Come in Four Varieties
Plant-Powered Protein Bars
PB2 Foods Unveils New Plant Protein Bars
Plant-Based Protein Bars
Bobo’s Adds Plant-Based Protein Bars to its Portfolio of Baked Goods
Grab-and-Go Plant Protein Drinks
NotMilk High Protein a First-of-Its-Kind Non-Refrigerated Drink
Plant-Powered Tuna Salads
John West's Plant-Based Salads Feature a Tuna-Style Protein Alternative
Mycelium-Based Meatless Products
Meati Foods Uses AI to Fuel Its Research
Climate-Friendly Salmon Alternatives
Salmoonish is Protein-Packed, Omega-Rich & Plant-Based
Aromatic Plant-Based Sausages
The Latest 'Beyond Sausage' Products Are Delicious and Nutritious
Multi-Textured Stuffed Snacks
Rivals' Dual-Texture Snacks are Powered by Pea Protein
Bean-Based Chips
BAM Snacks Makes Potato-Free, Corn-Free Chips with Black Gram
Savory Insect Snacks
This Cricket-Based Bites Are Delicious, Nutritious and Sustainably Sourced
Fridge-Free Protein Snack Packs
Whisps Protein Snackers Come with Meat, Cheese and Fruit
Delectable Plant-Based Bacons
The 'NoBacon 2.0' Strips Look, Taste and Cook Like Real Bacon
Bean-Based Nuggets
Heinz UK Launched Meatless Nuggets Made from Beans
Legume-Based Protein Pastas
Lupii's Pastas are Rich in Fiber & Protein and Low in Net Carbs
Semi-Finished Plant-Based Beef Products
These BENEO Beef Alternatives Come in Two Varieties
Creamy Plant-Based Protein Powders
Garden of Life Organic Creamy Protein is Made with Oatmilk
Low-Calorie Chickpea Crisps
Nutrient-Dense Tasty Thins Have 30-Plus Crisps in Each Serving
Texturized Chickpea Protein Burgers
These Vegan Burgers Are Made With a Unique Source Ingredient
Protein-Packed Charcuterie Bites
Air Meats Chorizo is Half Chorizo, Half Nuts and Rice
Nutrition-Focused Protein Pastas
Barilla Protein+ Cellentani is Packed with Protein and Fiber
Plant-Powered Delicacies
"Voie Gras" is Made with Soy, Miso Paste and Truffle
Science-Backed Protein Powders
Soylent Complete Protein Powder Supports Brain Health & Immunity
Vegan Cat Treats
Because, Animals' Freeze-Dried Noochies! Snacks are Rich in Protein
Meat-Free Deli Proteins
Quorn Launches the New Meat-Free Deli Products with Enhanced Flavors
Meatless Ground Turkey Products
Trader Joe's New Turkeyless Ground is a Free-free Protein Option
Grab-and-Go Meatless Steaks
Pukka's Vegan No Steak Slice is Ready to Enjoy Anywhere, Hot or Cold
Plant-Based Snacking Sausages
Richmond's Mini Vegan Sausages are Low in Sugar, Fat & Salt
Plant-Based Meat-Like Extrudates
Planteneers 'fiildTex' is Protein-Rich and Versatile
Savory Textural Snack Ranges
The Nature’s Heart Crunch Snacks Come in Six Flavors
Nutrient-Dense Formulas
Younited’s All-in-One Meal Replacement Combines Proteins & Superfoods
Vegan Mushroom Jerkys
Functional Mushroom Company 'Meati' Debuted a New Jerky Snack
Organic Pumpkin Seed Proteins
Sprout Living Offers Single-Ingredient Plant Protein Powder
Plant-Powered Umami Noodles
Immi's High-Protein Instant Ramen Has "More Slurpable" Noodles
Plant-Based Protein Powders
Vega Launches New Plant-Based Protein Powder: Vega Original
Plant-Based Protein Powders
Nature’s Sunshine Recently Launched the New Plant-Based Protein Powder
Alt Protein Dog Meals
Planet A's High-Protein Food for Dogs Blends Plant & Insect Ingredients
Snackable Protein Pretzels
Lenny & Larry's FITZELS Share 18 Grams of Protein Per 3-Ounce Bag
Protein-Packed Cheese Bars
The Protein Cheese Bar Fuels Active Lifestyles
Plant-Based Beef Patties
This Launches the New Plant-Based Beef Burgers with High Protein
Vegan Veggie Sausages
Plant Provisions Offers a Line of Plant-Based Veggie Sausages and Slices
Meatless Turkey Alternatives
OMV! Vegan No Turkey Features a Crispy "Skin" Coating
Meat-Free Protein Pots
Squeaky Bean's New Protein Pots Contain Tasty Duck and Beef Alternatives
Protein-Packed Cashew Puddings
Ilo Cashew Pudding Has 20-Grams of Protein Per Pot
Nutritionally Complete Plant Proteins
Pulsin Complete Vegan Protein Blends Include Four Flavors
Lentil-Infused Mushroom Sausages
These Plant-Based Sausages Offer a High-Protein Grilling Solution
Chickpea-Based Cheese Alternatives
ChickP Uses its Chickpea Protein Isolate for Dairy-Free Cheese
Steak-Inspired Meat Alternatives
The Beyond Steak Plant-Based Seared Tips are Low in Saturated Fat
Protein-Laden Probiotic Smoothies
These Delicious Smoothies Contain Abundant Active Cultures
Soy Protein Luncheon Meats
This Vegan Luncheon Meat Alternative is Free Of Animal Products
Tempeh-Based Meatless Minces
Good Health Farm's Swimple Swap for Beef is Made from Tempeh
Optimally Formulated Protein Supplements
Premier Protein Plant Protein Powder Comes in Two Flavors
Canned Vegan Meats
ANEW Makes Meatless Canned Products from Wheat, Soy Protein & Vegetable Juice
Crunchy Plant-Based Nut Snacks
Sweet Anya Tiger Nut Snacks Come in Three Varieties
Nutritionally Complete Vegetable Proteins
Vertis Textured Pea Canola Protein Has Nine Amino Acids
Limited-Edition Meatless Sandwiches
PLNT Burger's Chik’n Parm Promotes Sustainable Choices
Lamb-Inspired Meat Alternatives
PLNT Plant-Based Lamb Strips Pair Well with Indian Curry
Mushroom-Derived Hybrid Meats
Mush Foods Upcycles Food Waste to Grow Nutritious Mycelium Protein
Meat Alternative Food Mixes
The VITATEX Vegan-Snack-Mix is Perfect for Savory Applications
Protein-Packed Meatless Nuggets
Tyson Foods Has Launched Its First Line Of Plant-Based Nuggets
Meatless Chicken Minces
VFC's Vegan-Friendly Chicken Mince is Protein-Rich & Low in Saturated Fat
Plant-Based Protein Boxes
Beneo Launches a Plant-Based Nutrient Toolbox for Animals
Veggie-Forward Deli Slices
Plant Provisions' Plant-Based Meats are Free from Soy or Gluten Fillers
Plant-Based Fat Substitutes
These Animal-Free Fats Are Healthy and Reliable to Cook With
Cost-Conscious Jackfruit Products
Biff's Creates Competitively Priced Alternatives to Alt Meat
Meaty Beef Alternatives
THIS' Plant-Based Beef Alternatives Use a New Fat 2.0 Substitute
Juicy Plant-Powered Steaks
Chunk Foods Makes Whole-Cut Alt Meats with Fermentation
Delectable Veggie Burgers
These Frozen Burgers Are Offered In Cauliflower & Sweet Potato Varieties
Plant-Based Nut Bar Snacks
Pure Protein Nut Bars Come in Two Flavor Options
Cruciferous Snack Puffs
Snack'in For You Makes Veggie-Based, High-Protein Baked Puffs
Crunchy Veggie Burgers
Dr. Praeger’s Two New Burgers Cook to Golden, Crispy Perfection
Meat-Free Deli Slices
The 'Deli-Licious' Range is High in Proteins & Free From Animal Products
Allergen-Free Alt Meats
Novameat Makes Plant-Based Whole Cuts Without Gluten or Soy
Meat-Free Pepperoni Products
Before the Butcher Plant-Based Pepperoni is Made with Pea Protein
Nutritionally Balanced Snack Wraps
Gold Standard Nutrition High Protein Wraps are Satiating
Collagen-Rich Croutons
These Cruton Alternatives Bring Pork Rinds to a New Category
Naturally Smoked Plant-Based Sausages
Vegami's Plant-Based Salami Celebrates Simple Veggies
Dairy-Free Goat Cheeses
Treeline's Goat Cheese Alternatives Elevate Salads, Pizzas & Sandwiches
Microwavable Vegan Burger Patties
These Protein-Packed Patties Take Only 60 Seconds to Prepare
Frozen Eggless Meals
Just Egg's New Frozen Meal Combines Veggeis & Plant-Based Egg
Vegan Tuna Prototypes
Loryma Debuts a Vegan Fish Prototype Created from Plant-Based Ingredients
Lean Plant-Based Beef
Impossible Beef Lite Has Less Saturated Fat and Less Total Fat
Bean-Based Meatloaves
GREENFORCE's Vegan Meatloaf is Made with Pea & Field Bean Protein
Probiotic-Packed Alt Cheeses
Fermented Cashews Make This Meadow Herb & Garlic Cheese Alternative
Seasoned Plant-Based Meats
Taco Bell is Testing a Third Type of Plant-Based Meat in Birmingham
Piquant Plant-Based Chicken Products
These New Impossible Foods Products Come in Three Varieties
Quarter-Pound Meatless Patties
MorningStar Farms' Steakhouse Style Burger is Rich in Plant Protein
Soy-Based Beef Alternatives
The Imagic® Plant-Based Beef is Ready to Be Used in Recipes
Protein-Packed Quick-Serve Meals
Perfect Servings Meals Just Need Water and Heating Before Eating
Alternative Protein Production Initiatives
Andritz Alt-Proteins Scale Up Production for Customers
Plant-Based Smoked Bacon
La Vie's Vegan Bacon is Rich in Protein, Taste and Texture
Meat-Free Retailer Expansions
Continente is Adding a Range of Meat and Cheese Alternatives