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The latest, greatest food ingredient: pea protein

Aimed at vegans, and the gluten-free set, pea protein is showing up in snacks, baked goods and drinks
4/10/2013

Food manufacturers are turning to peas to add more protein to everyday foods.

More specifically they are adding pea protein to a variety of products, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Pea protein is being added to certain foods at a time when consumers are looking to add more protein to their diets.

Pea protein–yellow peas that have been processed to remove carbohydrates–especially appeals to vegan, gluten-free and soy-free shoppers.

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