United States · 29 SKUs scored · avg 58/100
Lightlife
Lightlife Foods is a US-based brand specializing in plant-based meat alternatives. Founded in 1979 and now a subsidiary of Greenleaf Foods, a Maple Leaf Foods company, Lightlife offers a range of prepared products designed to mimic conventional meat items. Its lineup includes plant-based burgers, grounds, bacon strips, and sausages, as well as tempeh. The brand primarily positions its products within the broader category of convenience foods and meat substitutes, targeting consumers seeking alternatives to animal protein. These offerings are generally processed items, often featuring ingredients like pea protein and coconut oil. Our pages evaluate each Lightlife SKU based on its nutritional profile, ingredient list, and processing level, comparing it to both its conventional meat counterpart and other plant-based options.
All Lightlife SKUs, ranked
- Organic Wild Rice Tempeh80
- Original Tempeh, Original79
- Tempeh Original79
- Organic Garden Veggie Tempeh71
- Tempeh Three Grain69
- Organic Three Grains Tempeh66
- Plant-Based Smart Meatballs62
- Smart Patties62
- Meatless Black Bean Veggie Burger Patties60
- Meatless Chick'n Strips58
- White Bean & Kale Veggie Deli Slices58
- Buffalo Tempeh Precut Strips, Buffalo57
- Meatless Veggie Breakfast Patties57
- Original Burger with Quinoa57
- Plant-Based Breakfast Links57
- Smart Sausages Italian Style56
- Veggie Meatless Beef, Veggie56
- Bratwurst Plant-Based Sausages, Bratwurst55
- Italian Plant-Based Sausages, Italian55
- Plant-Based Burger55
- Plant-Based Burgers55
- Plant-Based Ground55
- Veggie Pepperoni55
- Chickpea Curry54
- Tofu Pups, Veggie Protein Links51
- Meatless Snacks, Veggie Fritters50
- Veggie Bologna50
- Smart Bacon Veggie Strips46
- Smart Jerky25
Data source: USDA FoodData Central, Branded Foods dataset. Nutrition Facts values, ingredient lists and UPCs are manufacturer-declared. FoodScore methodology is documented on the methodology page. Manufacturer website: lightlife.com.