Plant-based proteins

Our plant-based proteins are selected for food manufacturers and brands that need reliable protein ingredients for industrial food production. From pea, soy, rice and chickpea protein to textured protein solutions, we support applications such as meat alternatives, sports nutrition, convenience foods, bakery products and dairy alternatives. Our focus is on quality, functionality, stable sourcing and flexible supply for modern food concepts.

Verschiedene pflanzliche Proteinpulver, darunter Ackerbohnen-, Soja-, Cashew-, Erbsen-, Erdnuss-, Gersten-, Hanf-, Kartoffel-, Kichererbsen-, Kürbiskern-, Mandel-, Reis-, Linsen-, Sonnenblumen- und Weizenprotein, auf einem natürlichen Hintergrund arrangiert.

Plant-based protein ingredients for food manufacturers

Plant-based protein ingredients are used in many areas of modern food production, from vegan meat alternatives and protein-rich snacks to sports nutrition, bakery products, ready meals and dairy alternatives. For manufacturers, the right protein source is not only about protein content. Taste, texture, solubility, stability, clean label requirements and reliable bulk supply are also important. We help you select suitable plant-based proteins for your application and support your product development with high-quality raw materials.

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Ein Schälchen gefüllt mit feinem Sojaprotein. Das Sojaprotein hat eine hellgelbe Farbe und eine feine Textur. Neben dem Schälchen liegen einige Sojabohnen.

Soy protein

Isolates

Soy protein isolates are suitable for industrial food applications that require high protein content, stable texture and good functionality. They can be used in meat alternatives, protein-rich foods, bakery products and convenience applications where emulsification, gelling, dispersion or nutritional improvement is needed.

Concentrate

Soy protein concentrate is a versatile ingredient for food manufacturers. It supports protein enrichment, texture and processing performance in plant-based meat alternatives, bakery products, snacks and other industrial food concepts.

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Texturat

Textured soy protein is used to create structure, bite and fibrous texture in vegetarian and vegan meat alternatives. It is suitable for products such as patties, fillings, ready meals and other plant-based food formulations.

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[Translate to English:] Ein schlichtes, elegantes Bild zeigt eine Schale mit feinem Ackerbohnenproteinpulver. Die Schale ist zentral im Bild platziert und steht auf einem komplett weißen Hintergrund, wodurch das beige Pulver gut zur Geltung kommt.

Field bean protein

Field bean protein is an excellent source of protein that is rich in essential amino acids. It is ideal for vegan and vegetarian products and for protein-enriched snacks.

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Bio Erbsenprotein 80%  in einer einfachen, eleganten Schale vor einem reinweißen Hintergrund. Das Pulver ist hellgelblich-grün und fein gemahlen.

Pea protein

Pea protein is a flexible plant-based protein ingredient for food manufacturers. It is suitable for sports nutrition, food supplements, bakery products, snacks, meat alternatives and convenience foods. With its neutral taste, good functionality and high protein content, it supports modern product development in many B2B food applications.

Organic pea protein

Pea protein - conventional

Texturat

Textured pea protein helps create texture, bite and structure in plant-based meat alternatives and vegan convenience products. Its water and oil binding capacity makes it suitable for industrial food formulations such as patties, fillings and ready meals.

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Ein Schälchen gefüllt mit feinem Bio Reisprotein 85%. Das Bio Reisprotein 85% hat eine schneeweiße Farbe und eine feine Textur. Neben dem Schälchen liegen einige Reiskörner.

Rice protein

Rice protein is a plant-based protein ingredient with a mild taste and good suitability for allergen-conscious product concepts. It is used in sports nutrition, food supplements, bakery products, snacks and vegan food applications. For manufacturers, rice protein can support protein enrichment, clean label positioning and stable product quality.

Organic rice protein

Rice protein - conventional


Cashewprotein-Pulver in einer schlichten, eleganten Schale, vor einem reinweißen Hintergrund zentriert. Das Pulver ist fein gemahlen und hat eine hellbeige Farbe, die typisch für Cashewprotein ist.

Cashew protein

Cashew protein is obtained from cashew nuts and offers a mild taste and creamy texture. It is ideal for smoothies, vegan desserts and nut milk alternatives.

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Eine Schale mit Erdnussprotein, einem feinen beigefarbenen Pulver, umgeben von einigen ganzen Erdnüssen in ihrer Schale.

Peanut protein

Peanut protein is a flavorful source of protein that is ideal for baked goods, snacks and high-protein bars. It contains all the essential amino acids and is rich in healthy fats.

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Das Bild zeigt eine Glasschale, die mit Kartoffelprotein-Pulver gefüllt ist. Das Pulver hat eine helle, cremefarbene Farbe und eine feine, leicht klumpige Textur. Neben der Schale liegen einige ganze und in Scheiben geschnittene Kartoffeln auf einer weißen Oberfläche verstreut.

Potato protein

Potato protein is easily digestible and hypoallergenic, making it an ideal choice for allergen-free products. It has a neutral taste and is versatile.

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Eine Schale gefüllt mit feinem Kichererbsenprotein. Das Kichererbsenprotein hat eine helle, cremefarbene Farbe und eine feine Textur. Neben dem Schälchen liegen einige ganze Kichererbsen.

Chickpea protein

Chickpea protein is a plant-based protein ingredient for vegan, gluten-free and clean label food concepts. It is suitable for snacks, bakery products, meat alternatives and convenience foods. In industrial applications, it can support protein enrichment, texture and nutritional value.

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Das Bild zeigt eine weiße Schale, die mit Kürbiskernprotein-Pulver gefüllt ist. Das Pulver hat eine hellgrüne Farbe und eine feine, leicht klumpige Textur. Neben der Schale sind einige grüne Kürbiskerne auf einer weißen Oberfläche verstreut.

Pumpkin seed protein

Pumpkin seed protein offers a high protein content and a variety of micronutrients. It has a nutty taste and is ideal for baked goods, bars and smoothies.

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Das Bild zeigt eine weiße Schale, die mit Mandelprotein-Pulver gefüllt ist. Das Pulver hat eine hellbeige Farbe und eine feine, leicht klumpige Textur. Um die Schale herum sind einige ganze Mandeln auf einer weißen Oberfläche verstreut.

Almond protein

Almond protein is made from almonds and has a mild, nutty flavor. It is rich in vitamin E and is ideal for smoothies, baked goods and vegan milk alternatives.

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Ein weißer Hintergrund zeigt einen Hügel aus Sonnenblumenprotein-Pulver, umgeben von mehreren leuchtend gelben Sonnenblumen.

Sunflower protein

Sunflower protein is obtained from de-oiled sunflower seeds and is rich in protein and fiber. It has a mild taste and is often used in baked goods and snacks.

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Texturat

Our sunflower protein texturate is perfect for the production of plant-based meat alternatives and snacks. It offers an excellent texture and high water-binding capacity, which helps to improve product quality.

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Ein Schälchen gefüllt mit feinem Weizenprotein. Das Weizenprotein hat eine hellbraune Farbe und eine feine Textur. Neben dem Schälchen liegen einige Weizenkörner und zwei Weizenähren.

Wheat protein

Wheat protein, also known as gluten, is an elastic protein that is often used in the bakery industry to improve the texture and volume of breads.

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Texturat

The wheat protein texturate offers outstanding functional properties for food production. It improves the texture and chewing sensation and is ideal for plant-based meat alternatives and snack food.

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Crispies

The wheat protein crispies offer an excellent texture and high protein content, ideal for plant-based meat alternatives and snacks. They improve the chewing sensation and have a high water and oil binding capacity.

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Chia protein Xia Powder 125 LM

Benexia® Chia Protein is a high-quality, finely ground chia protein with a protein content of over 40%. Ideal for food production: vegan, gluten-free, and a completely plant-based protein containing all 9 essential amino acids.

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Reliable protein sourcing for food production

Whether you are developing a new vegan product, improving the protein content of an existing recipe or looking for a stable raw material supply, choosing the right plant-based protein is essential. We support food producers with suitable ingredients, application know-how and flexible sourcing options for different production needs.

 

"Our plant-based proteins offer a sustainable and healthy alternative to animal proteins. With our wide range of high-quality ingredients, we support our customers in developing innovative and healthy foods that meet modern nutritional trends."

Wolfgang Walk, CEO & certified food technologist


FAQ about plant-based proteins

Which plant-based proteins are suitable for food manufacturers?

Food manufacturers can use different plant-based proteins depending on the application. Pea, soy, rice, chickpea, fava bean, sunflower and wheat proteins are suitable for products such as meat alternatives, bakery products, sports nutrition, snacks, convenience foods and dairy alternatives.

Do you supply plant-based proteins in bulk?

Yes, we support B2B customers with plant-based protein ingredients for larger production needs. Depending on the product and availability, we can help with bulk supply, sourcing and suitable ingredient selection.

Are plant-based proteins available as organic or conventional ingredients?

Many plant-based proteins are available in organic or conventional quality. The right option depends on your product concept, certification requirements, target market and production needs.

Which applications are plant-based proteins used for?

Plant-based proteins are used in meat substitutes, sports nutrition products, bakery applications, cereals, snacks, convenience foods, dairy alternatives and food supplements. They can improve protein content, texture, mouthfeel and nutritional value.

Can you help with choosing the right plant-based protein?

Yes, we help food producers select suitable plant-based proteins based on application, taste, texture, solubility, processing requirements and supply needs.


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