Pea Protein for Commercial Food Production

              Pea Protein for Commercial Food Production Overview Pea Protein is a plant-derived protein ingredient obtained from yellow peas (Pisum sativum) through mechanical and aqueous processing methods. As a high-quality plant protein, it is widely used in plant-based ingredients, dietary supplement formulations, and functional food systems. The production process typically involves cleaning, milling, protein extraction, and drying to yield a concentrated protein powder with consistent composition. Depending on processing and purification levels, pea protein is commonly available in 80%, 85%, and 90% protein content, allowing flexibility for various nutritional ingredient applications. The finished product appears as a light yellow fine powder with good dispersibility and a relatively neutral flavor profile. Due to its plant origin and formulation versatility, pea protein is frequently used in vegan protein ingredients, sports nutrition ingredients, and health food formulatio…