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WillParkinson

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Wed May 20, 2015, 03:14 PM May 2015

New product review: Beast Burger by Beyond Meat [View all]

Product: Beast Burger
Manufacturer: Beyond Meat
THE BEAST BURGER
Unleash The Beast Burger and experience the Future of Protein.

23g of protein per serving

Contains Antioxidants, Iron, Calcium, Vitamins B6, B12, D, Potassium, DHA and ALA Omega-3's

Features the Beyond Nutrient Pack which aids in muscle recovery

Gluten-Free, Soy-Free, Cholesterol-Free, Non-GMO

Ingredients
Water, Pea Protein Isolate, Oil Blend (Canola Oil, Flaxseed Oil, PalmOil*, Sunflower Oil, DHA Algal Oil), Methylcellulose, Carrageenan, Potassium Bicarbonate, Caramel Color†, Yeast Extract, Maltodextrin, Potassium Chloride, Tapioca Starch, Sorbitol, Calcium Chloride, Natural Flavoring, Spices, Salt, Vegetable Extract Mix (Spinach, Broccoli, Carrot, Tomato, Beet, Shiitake Mushroom), L-Cysteine Hydrochloride, BeetJuice Powder (Flavor and Color), Natural Hickory Smoke Concentrate, Calcium Sulfate, Onion Powder, Onion Extract, Mesquite Powder, Sugar‡, Pomegranate Seed Powder, Ferric Phosphate (Iron), Paprika Extract (Spice and Color), Garlic Extract, Cyanocobalamin (Vitamin B12)

Taste Test: May 20, 2015
Paul and I tried this burger for breakfast (don't judge, we were third shifters for many years). First off, the directions say to cook in a skillet or on a grill, not to bake or microwave.

I fried it in a little grapeseed oil and topped it with Daiya cheddar cheese.

Paul and I were in agreement. The burger is fairly tasteless, considering what the ingredients are. We didn't add anything beyond the cheese, and came away slightly disappointed.

The other thing that ensured we'd probably not buy them again was the nutrition facts. One four ounce party has 260 calories, 140 of which are from fat. It does boast 23 grams of protein, but also 16 grams of fat. I know some might not be too concerned about the numbers, but they're a little too high for us.

At the price we paid for them, it's very unlikely we'll be getting them again.There are four burgers to a box.

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