PVL Natural Series Plant Pro - Vanilla is a plant-based protein shake mix from PVL Pure Vita Labs in an 840 g (1.9 lb) tub. The front of the tub lists 25 g of complete protein, 14.2 g of EAAs, BCAAs and glutamines and 0 g of added sugar per serving, along with the probiotic DE111. The protein comes from four plant sources, several of them fermented or sprouted.
Four plant proteins
The protein blend is fermented pea protein isolate, organic sprouted pumpkin seed protein, organic fermented sprouted brown rice protein and organic sprouted quinoa. Pea protein is high in lysine but lower in methionine; rice and seed proteins fill that gap. A blend of several plant sources gives a fuller amino acid profile than pea or rice alone, which is why most premium vegan shakes use more than one.
Flavour and sweetener
Vanilla comes from natural vanilla flavours, and the sweetener is debittered purified stevia leaf extract. The front of the tub states zero artificial colours, flavours and sweeteners. Tart cherry, pineapple and papaya appear on the ingredient list after the sea salt, alongside a plant enzyme blend of protease I, protease II, cellulase and phytase.
Vanilla or chocolate
Plant Pro comes in Vanilla and Chocolate in the same 840 g tub. Vanilla is the more flexible of the two: it works in a plain shake, with fruit in a smoothie, or stirred into oatmeal or yogurt alternatives without taking over the taste. Chocolate suits people who mostly drink it straight with water or plant milk.
Using it
Follow the scoop size and mixing directions printed on the tub. Shake one scoop with cold water, oat milk or almond milk, or blend it with frozen berries and ice. A shaker with a mixing ball gives a smoother drink than a spoon and glass. Plant proteins thicken as they sit, so drink the shake soon after mixing or add a splash more liquid.
Who it suits
Vegans, people who avoid dairy, and anyone who wants a protein shake with no added sugar. People who drink whey can compare it with PVL Natural Series Sport Whey, which lists 24 g of protein per serving, against 25 g here.
PVL Plant Pro Vanilla FAQ
How much protein is in a serving?
The front of the tub lists 25 g of complete protein per serving.
Is it vegan?
Yes. The protein comes from pea, pumpkin seed, brown rice and quinoa.
What sweetens it?
Debittered purified stevia leaf extract. The tub lists 0 g of added sugar.
How big is the tub?
840 g (1.9 lb).
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Per serving, as printed on the front of the tub
Item
Amount
Complete protein
25 g
EAAs, BCAAs and glutamines
14.2 g
Added sugar
0 g
Probiotic
DE111
Ingredients
Plant based protein blend (fermented pea protein isolate, organic sprouted pumpkin seed protein, organic fermented sprouted brown rice protein, organic sprouted quinoa), natural vanilla flavours, plant based enzyme blend (protease I, protease II, cellulase, phytase), sea salt, tart cherry, pineapple, papaya, coconut oil, purified stevia leaf extract (debittered).
Full Nutrition Facts table and allergen statement: see the tub.
Add 250 ml (~8 fl oz) of cold water first to a shaker cup, then add 1 serving of powder. Shake for 15-20 seconds and enjoy.
I think this one is my favourite for texture and macros. I use protein powder for protein balls a lot and this one works great.
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Melinda
Excellent product
Tastes reasonable, has a good nutrient profile and good digestibility.
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Isabella Radziszewski
PVL Plant-Pro Vanilla
Absolutely love it! I have a malabsorption disorder and have been searching for a dairy free protein drink that doesn't also cause me digestive upset . The Plant Pro does the trick. It is both tasty and helps me get the protein my body has difficulty absorbing.
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Isabella R.
PVL Plant-Pro Vanilla
Absolutely love it! I have a malabsorption disorder and have been searching for a dairy free protein drink that doesn't also cause me digestive upset . The Plant Pro does the trick. It is both tasty and helps me get the protein my body has difficulty absorbing.
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Elle Donnelly
Way to sweet
I liked the list of ingredients in this product, but the Vanilla flavour was way, way too sweet for me. I tried it in multiple different smoothie combinations and I couldn't stomach it. If you're wanting a protein powder to drink straight up, this one is okay since the sweetness helps here. But if you're like me and enjoy putting your protein powder in smoothies etc then this one was not great.
