Dry TVP has 52 g protein and 18 g fiber per 100 g. The high fiber content explains why the calorie count (327 kcal) is lower than the 4-4-9 estimate – fiber provides ~2 kcal/g, not 4. Rehydrates in 10 minutes with hot water or broth.
How should I track Textured vegetable protein (TVP), dry?
Textured vegetable protein (TVP), dry is high in magnesium. Plant-based foods like Textured vegetable protein (TVP), dry often come with variable water content, so weighing after draining or pressing gives you the most accurate count. Tofu blocks, for example, can vary by 30% in weight depending on how much liquid they hold. A meta-analysis of 43 RCTs (Reid-McCann et al., Nutr Rev 2025) found that soy protein matches dairy protein for muscle outcomes, so the tracking precision matters just as much as with animal sources. Also watch for marinated or flavored versions — sauces add calories that are easy to miss.
