Beyond Sausage Brat Original: 16g Protein per Link, Labelgrade C+
C+ 69 / 100 — Beyond's sausage spinoff hits real bratwurst protein numbers (16g per link) with pea + rice + faba bean blend. The sodium is the big trade-off — 500mg per link is typical for sausage but climbs fast across multiple links.
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Beyond Sausage Brat Original delivers 16 g of protein per 76 g link (USDA FDC 2156900) — about 21 g per 100 g, denser than real bratwurst on a per-gram basis. The protein blend is pea + rice + faba bean (no soy, no wheat). The Labelgrade is C+ (69 / 100): solid protein density and zero added sugar, but earned at the cost of high sodium (500 mg per link is structural for any sausage product) and meaningful saturated fat from coconut oil (5 g per link). The right product if you want sausage-format protein without animal products; the wrong product if low sodium is the priority — switch to Beyond Burger or tofu.
Why this Labelgrade
| Dimension | Grade | Score | Why |
|---|---|---|---|
| Protein density | B+ | 82 / 100 | 21 g per 100 g — denser than most real bratwurst (~14 g per 100 g). Pea + rice + faba bean blend delivers a complete amino-acid profile |
| Ingredient quality | B- | 72 / 100 | 14 ingredients, no artificial colors or flavors, no soy, no wheat. Methylcellulose binder and calcium alginate casing are clear processed-food markers but the panel is shorter than the Beyond Burger’s 23 items |
| Saturated fat load | C | 62 / 100 | 5 g per link (~7 g per 100 g) — moderate. Real bratwurst typically lands in the same range. Coconut oil is the main source |
| Sodium load | F | 32 / 100 | 500 mg per link, or ~658 mg per 100 g — high. Structural for any sausage product (salt does flavor + binding double duty). Two links approach 1,000 mg, ~44% of daily limit |
| Sugar load | A+ | 100 / 100 | 0 g of sugar — perfect, as expected for a savory product |
| Fiber | C- | 57 / 100 | 3 g per link — moderate. Apple fiber + pea protein contribute. Better than real sausage (~0 g) |
| Overall | C+ | 69 / 100 | A legitimate plant-based bratwurst replacement that hits real-meat protein numbers without animal products. The sodium ceiling on the entire sausage category is what holds the Labelgrade in the C+ range — not Beyond’s fault, just the nature of sausage |
How it compares
| Product | Protein per serving | Protein per 100 g | Sodium per link | Sat fat | Cholesterol |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Beyond Sausage Brat (this product) | 16 g (1 link / 76 g) | 21 g | 500 mg | 5 g | 0 mg |
| Johnsonville Original Brat (pork) | ~14 g (1 link / 76 g) | ~18 g | 580 mg | 6 g | 40 mg |
| Beyond Burger patty | 20 g (113 g) | 18 g | 390 mg | 5 g | 0 mg |
| Field Roast Italian Sausage | 25 g (92 g) | 27 g | 540 mg | 0 g | 0 mg |
| House Foods Extra Firm Tofu | 14 g (84 g) | 17 g | ~10 mg | 0 g | 0 mg |
| Plain chicken breast (100 g cooked) | 31 g | 31 g | ~75 mg | 1 g | 85 mg |
Against real pork bratwurst, Beyond is denser in protein, similar in sodium and saturated fat, and lower in cholesterol. Against Field Roast (a competing plant-based sausage), Field Roast is denser in protein and has zero saturated fat (no coconut oil) but is harder to find in mainstream grocery stores. Against Beyond’s own Burger format, the Brat is more protein-dense per gram but higher in sodium per serving.
Whole-food equivalent
One Beyond Sausage Brat link (16 g protein) ≈ 52 g of cooked chicken breast (about 1.8 oz). Or: 2 large eggs (12 g) plus a small serving of nut butter. The advantages of the brat are convenience, the sausage format (for buns / pasta / pizza), and 0 mg cholesterol. The trade-offs are 4× the sodium and 5× the saturated fat per gram of protein vs chicken breast.
Scope
This page covers Beyond Sausage Brat Original 14 oz / 400 g 4-link pack (UPC 852629004774, USDA FDC 2156900). Beyond Sausage flavor variants:
- Hot Italian — same protein base, added chile pepper and Italian spices
- Sweet Italian — same protein base, added fennel and traditional Italian sweet sausage seasonings
- Original Brat (this product) — bratwurst-style, milder seasoning
Per-link macros are nearly identical across the three (16 g protein, 190-200 cal, ~500 mg sodium). Beyond also makes a different “Plant-Based Breakfast Sausage” with different formulation and macros — that’s a separate page.
Ingredients (from the USDA Branded Foods entry)
Water, pea protein, refined coconut oil, sunflower oil, natural flavor, contains 2% or less of: rice protein, faba bean protein, potato starch, salt, vegetable juice (for color), apple fiber, methylcellulose, citrus extract (to protect quality), calcium alginate casing.
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Quick Facts
Per serving · 1 link (76 g)
852629004774Full nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per Serving (1 link (76 g)) |
|---|---|
| Calories | 190 |
| Protein | 16g |
| Total Fat | 12g |
| Saturated Fat | 5g |
| Trans Fat | 0g |
| Total Carbohydrates | 5g |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g |
| Total Sugars | 0g |
| Added Sugars | 0g |
| Sodium | 500mg |
| Cholesterol | 0mg |
| Calcium | 60mg |
| Iron | 4mg |
| Potassium | 200mg |
Scope: This page applies specifically to Beyond Sausage Brat Original (Plant-Based Links) (14 oz (400 g) — 4-link pack) · UPC 852629004774. Other sizes, flavors, or formulations may differ.
How this fits each diet
Each score is computed from the same USDA nutrition + ingredient data, against the published rules of each diet. They tell you "does this food fit this diet" — not whether the diet is right for you.
contains no listed animal products
contains no listed meat or fish
no wheat, barley, rye, or malt detected in USDA ingredient list
Frequently Asked Questions
How much protein is in a Beyond Sausage Brat link?
16 g per 76 g link (USDA FDC 2156900) — about 21 g per 100 g. For comparison, a Johnsonville Bratwurst (pork) delivers ~14 g per 76 g link. Beyond hits a higher per-gram protein number using a pea + rice + faba bean blend.
How does it compare to real bratwurst?
Beyond at 21 g protein per 100 g vs Johnsonville at ~14 g per 100 g — Beyond is denser. Calories per link are similar (~190-220). Sodium: Beyond 500 mg per link vs real bratwurst 400-650 mg per link — comparable. Saturated fat: Beyond 5 g (from coconut oil) vs real brat 5-6 g — comparable. The big swing is cholesterol: Beyond 0 mg, real brat 35-45 mg per link.
Why is the sodium so high?
Sausages are structurally high-sodium foods. The salt does double duty: flavor (sausage tastes 'right' at a specific sodium level) and binding (helps the protein matrix hold together during cooking). 500 mg per link is comparable to real sausage. If you're on a low-sodium diet, no plant-based brat fixes this — switch to a different category entirely (e.g., Beyond Burger at 390 mg/patty, or tofu at ~10 mg/100 g).
How does it differ from the Beyond Burger?
Same brand, different formulations. Beyond Burger: 20 g protein per 113 g patty at 231 cal, 390 mg sodium. Beyond Brat: 16 g protein per 76 g link at 190 cal, 500 mg sodium. Per 100 g, Beyond Brat is actually denser in protein (21 g vs Burger's 18 g) and lower in calories — but per-link sodium is higher than per-patty Burger sodium. They use different protein blends too: Brat adds faba bean protein.
What's the ingredient list?
Water and pea protein lead. Refined coconut oil + sunflower oil provide fat. Sub-2% ingredients: rice protein, faba bean protein, potato starch, salt, vegetable juice (color), apple fiber, methylcellulose (binder), citrus extract (preservative), calcium alginate (the casing). 14 items total — moderately processed but no artificial colors or flavors, and no soy.
Is Beyond Brat keto?
Yes. 5 g total carbs minus 3 g fiber = 2 g net carbs per link. Within the keto threshold of ≤5 g net carbs per serving. Macro split is 38% fat / 11% carbs / 51% protein by calories — keto-aligned.
Can I grill it like real sausage?
Yes — that's the design intent. Beyond Sausage is meant to be grilled, pan-seared, or oven-cooked just like pork bratwurst. The calcium alginate casing is edible and crisps up similarly. Most home cooks report it browns and 'snaps' like real sausage. Internal temp target: 165°F. Cook time is similar to real sausage (~8-10 min on a medium-hot grill).
Beyond Brat vs Beyond Hot Italian vs Beyond Sweet Italian?
Same protein base across the three flavor variants. Brat Original: 16 g protein, 190 cal, 500 mg sodium per link — pork-bratwurst-style. Hot Italian: similar macros with added spices. Sweet Italian: same again. The macros and Labelgrade land within 5% across all three. Pick by flavor preference.