Gold Standard 100% Plant
Optimum Nutrition Gold Standard 100% Plant is a plant blend protein powder with 24 g of protein per 40g (About 1 Scoop). It scores 74/100 on the TBPP Quality Score. It is Informed Choice.
Nutrition per serving
Rich Chocolate Fudge flavor, from the label.
| Serving size | 40g (About 1 Scoop) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 24 g |
| Calories | 150 |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Sugar | 0 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Sodium | 540 mg |
| Protein by weight | 60% |
| Leucine | Not verified |
| BCAAs | Not verified |
How it scored
74 of 100 points. How we score
| Criterion | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Protein density | 14 / 30 | 60% of each scoop is protein |
| Third-party testing | 15 / 25 | Independently tested for contaminants or label accuracy |
| Label transparency | 20 / 20 | Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking |
| Sugar | 10 / 10 | 0 g sugar per serving |
| Ingredient simplicity | 10 / 10 | Natural flavors and sweeteners |
| Verified label data | 5 / 5 | 7 of 7 label values verified |
Formula and label
| Type | Plant Blend |
|---|---|
| Protein sources | Pea Protein, Fava Bean Protein Isolate, Brown Rice Protein Concentrate |
| Third-party testing | Informed Choice |
| Sweeteners | Steviol Glycosides |
| Proprietary blend | No |
| Added free amino acids | No |
| Dietary | Vegan, Gluten-Free |
| Allergens | None listed |
| Made by | Optimum Nutrition (Glanbia) · USA |
| Sold at | Optimum Nutrition (official store) |
Price
$28.49–$39.99 for 20 servings. About $1.42 per serving, or $1.48 per 25 g of protein.
Sizes: 12 servings (approx. 1 lb), 20 servings (approx. 1.6-1.8 lb)
Flavors (2)
- Rich Chocolate Fudge
- Creamy Vanilla
Sources
- https://www.optimumnutrition.com/en-us/products/gold-standard-100-plant-based-protein-powder
- https://www.optimumnutrition.com/en-us/products/gold-standard-100-plant-based-protein-powder.js
- https://www.optimumnutrition.com/cdn/shop/files/US_GS_PLANT_20SRV_Choc_NFP.png
- https://choice.wetestyoutrust.com/ja/node/361537
- https://choice.wetestyoutrust.com/ja/node/258121
Nutrition and ingredients from the brand's US Rich Chocolate Fudge 20-serving label image (40 g serving); label states 'Naturally flavored' with Natural Flavor and Steviol Glycosides; no 'Contains' allergen statement on label. Vegan and Gluten-Free from brand page. Informed Choice confirmed on the certifier registry entry 'ON Gold Standard Plant Protein (USA)' (certified 05-Oct-2017, Creamy Vanilla and Rich Chocolate Fudge batches listed). Prices are brand-store list prices on 2026-10-13.
Good to know
Last checked 2026-10-13. Labels change, so check the package before buying if you have allergies. If you are pregnant, nursing or buying for a child, ask your doctor before adding a supplement.