Pea Protein: A GMO-Free Ingredient at an Affordable Price

23/04/08 In these times of soaring agricultural raw material prices and the resulting rise in the costs of proteins such as soya beans and caseinates, pea protein remains an ingredient of choice.

Rich in proteins (85%) and highly functional, Nutralys pea protein is an efficient GMO-free ingredient at an affordable price.

The price rise is particularly marked in the case of protein ingredients of animal origin, whose costs have almost doubled in a year, Roquette note. The rise is also significant in the case of protein ingredients of vegetable origin, demand for which is soaring. It is a cost that may rise further if the sector has to provide an “Identity Preserved” guarantee assuring the consumer a product is GMO-free.

The price of GMO-free functional proteins developed by Roquette makes their use an attractive proposition for the manufacturer. Rich in essential amino acids, pea protein is a very nutritive and highly digestible source of protein that easily meets every requirement, even during the most stressful times in life. In addition, it comes from reliable and fully traceable sources; is extracted without chemical solvents; is not on the list of major allergens; and uses an environmentally friendly approach to formulation and production.

Roquette’s technology and support helps manufacturers create the quality food that delivers the affordable prices, pleasure and well-being demanded by consumers.

Nutralys pea proteins, extracted from the yellow pea (pisum sativum), using an original process are highly purified proteins (85% dry substance) and well suited to protein enriched foods.

Developed by Roquette, Nutralys pea protein is used in a wide range of applications:
- Meat and fish
- Gluten for bread / pasta
- Weight control blends
- Clinical nutrition
- Coffee creamer
- Bars
- Cheese analogues
- Baking and cereal crisps.