Pea Protein
The best-tasting and most functional pea protein on the market, offering a wide variety of options to help customers choose the ideal pea protein for their applications, from beverages to plant-based meat, and beyond.
We create pea proteins that people will love forever.
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Find Your Perfect Match
With so many delicious plant-based ingredients to choose from, it can be hard to know which one fits your formulation best.
Not sure which protein fits your needs? In just six questions, we’ll guide you to your perfect PURIS match.
PURIS ClearP
Formulating a clear or acidic product and still want to add protein? ClearP is engineered for high-acid, low-pH applications where traditional proteins fall short. This hydrolyzed pea protein delivers exceptional solubility and stability without adding cloudiness or viscosity, making it ideal for clear beverages and refreshment-style formats.
ClearP allows brands to hit bold protein targets while maintaining a light, clean drinking experience. Whether you are building juices, sparkling drinks, or RTD formats, ClearP delivers protein that disappears into the product, not into the process.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is pea protein?
Pea protein is a plant-based protein extracted from yellow field peas, used as a nutritional and functional ingredient in food, beverage, and supplement formulations. PURIS® manufactures pea protein isolate domestically, from non-GMO and USDA Organic peas grown by our network of 400+ U.S. growers.
What is pea protein made of?
Pea protein is made by mechanically separating the protein fraction from yellow field peas using a water-based extraction process, no chemical solvents involved. The result is a concentrated protein powder, typically 80 to 90 percent protein by weight, with the starch and fiber isolated out for use in other applications.
Is pea protein a complete protein?
Yes. Pea protein contains all nine essential amino acids, though it's naturally lower in methionine and higher in lysine than animal proteins. PURIS® ingredients are often blended with complementary plant proteins to round out the amino acid profile for specific applications.
What does pea protein taste like?
Pea protein has historically carried a reputation for a bitter, "beany" off-note. PURIS® has invested in processing innovations, including Pea Protein 2.0, specifically to close that gap: in blind taste tests, 8 out of 10 consumers prefer the taste of PURIS pea protein over competing brands.
Is pea protein good for you?
Yes, for most people. Pea protein is a complete, allergen-friendly protein source, free from the top allergens found in dairy, egg, or soy, and digests easily. PURIS® pea protein is non-GMO, USDA Organic, and tested for heavy metals under our PURIS Pure Promise, so manufacturers can build clean-label products with confidence.
Is pea protein heavily processed?
No, not compared to many alternative proteins. Pea protein isolate is produced by mechanically separating peas into protein, starch, and fiber using water, with no chemical solvents. PURIS® controls this process end to end, from seed to solution, so every batch is traceable back to the grower.
Is pea protein better than whey protein?
Neither is universally better; they perform differently. Pea protein is plant-based, dairy-free, and allergen-friendly, making it the practical choice for dairy-free and clean-label formulations, while whey digests faster. For manufacturers formulating outside dairy, pea protein delivers comparable protein quality when properly processed.
Who manufactures pea protein in the USA?
PURIS® is the only fully vertically integrated, U.S.-based manufacturer of pea protein, controlling every step from seed genetics to finished ingredient. Founded in 1985 in Oskaloosa, Iowa, PURIS now processes ingredients at its Dawson, Minnesota facility, the largest operating pea protein facility in North America, for 200+ food and beverage brands.
