Plant Protein

Pea, rice, and blends — closing the gap with whey.

#1Orgain Organic Plant Protein
$25-$35 / 2lb · 4.4★

Organic pea + brown-rice + chia blend, 21g protein, the mainstream plant pick.

  • Organic, vegan, gluten-free
  • 21g protein per serving
  • Widely available
#2Vega Sport Premium Protein
$40-$55 · 4.4★

Athlete-focused pea-blend protein with BCAAs and tart-cherry for recovery.

  • 30g protein with added BCAAs
  • NSF Certified for Sport
  • Tart cherry + probiotics
#3Garden of Life Raw Organic Protein
$35-$50 · 4.4★

Organic multi-source sprouted protein blend with probiotics and enzymes.

  • 13 sprouted plant sources
  • 22g protein + probiotics/enzymes
  • USDA organic, non-GMO
#4Naked Nutrition Naked Pea Protein
$30-$45 / 5lb · 4.4★

Single-ingredient yellow-pea protein isolate — nothing but pea, 27g protein.

  • One ingredient, no additives
  • 27g protein per serving
  • 5lb bag — great cost per gram

Frequently Asked Questions

Is plant protein as good as whey?

Per gram, whey has more leucine, the key trigger for muscle synthesis. But a 40g pea+rice blend, or one with added leucine, closes most of the gap for vegans.

Why is plant protein gritty?

Pea and rice proteins have a coarser particle size than whey. Blending with liquid, using flavored versions, or letting it sit a minute improves the texture.