Grass-Fed Whey Protein
Santa Cruz Paleo Grass-Fed Whey Protein is a whey isolate protein powder with 20 g of protein per 1 scoop (27 g). It scores 56/100 on the TBPP Quality Score. We found no third-party testing certification.
Nutrition per serving
Chocolate flavor, from the label.
| Serving size | 1 scoop (27 g) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 20 g |
| Calories | 100 |
| Carbohydrates | 2 g |
| Sugar | Not verified |
| Fat | 1.5 g |
| Sodium | 180 mg |
| Protein by weight | 74% |
| Leucine | 2.7 g |
| BCAAs | 5.94 g |
How it scored
56 of 100 points. How we score
| Criterion | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Protein density | 22 / 30 | 74% of each scoop is protein |
| Third-party testing | 0 / 25 | No verified independent testing program |
| Label transparency | 20 / 20 | Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking |
| Sugar | 0 / 10 | Sugar not verified |
| Ingredient simplicity | 10 / 10 | Natural flavors and sweeteners |
| Verified label data | 4 / 5 | 6 of 7 label values verified |
Formula and label
| Type | Whey Isolate |
|---|---|
| Protein sources | Grass-Fed Whey Protein Isolate |
| Third-party testing | None found |
| Sweeteners | Monk Fruit Extract |
| Proprietary blend | No |
| Added free amino acids | No |
| Dietary | Grass-Fed |
| Allergens | Milk, Tree Nuts (Coconut) |
| Made by | Santa Cruz Paleo · USA |
| Sold at | Santa Cruz Paleo (direct) |
Price
$38.00 for 20-serving bag. About $1.90 per serving, or $2.38 per 25 g of protein.
Sizes: 20-serving bag
Flavors (6)
- Chocolate
- Coconut Cookie
- Vanilla
- Strawberry
- Peanut Butter Cup
- Au Naturale
Sources
- https://santacruzpaleo.com/products/whey-protein-vanilla
- https://santacruzpaleo.com/products/whey-protein-chocolate
- https://santacruzpaleo.com/products/coconut-cookie-whey-protein-bag
- https://santacruzpaleo.com/products.json
- https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0770/9995/8569/files/SCP_WHEY_WHITES1_FORPS_15.jpg
- https://cdn.shopify.com/s/files/1/0770/9995/8569/files/SCP_WHEY_COCONUT-COOKIE_2.jpg
Nutrition from the Chocolate bag back-label image on santacruzpaleo.com (UPC 8 50043 17916 0): 1 scoop 27 g, 20 servings, 100 kcal, 1.5 g fat (0.5 g sat), 5 mg cholesterol, 180 mg sodium, 2 g carbs (<1 g fiber), 20 g protein; no sugars line on the panel, so sugar_g is null. Leucine 2,700 mg and BCAA 5.94 g (leucine 2,700 + isoleucine 1,809 + valine 1,431 mg) from the label's amino acid profile per serving. Ingredients: grass-fed whey protein isolate, cocoa powder, coconut creamer, natural flavors, Himalayan pink salt, monk fruit extract; 'Contains: Dairy, Tree Nuts'; manufactured in the USA, distributed by Santa Cruz Paleo Inc, Santa Cruz, CA. Coconut Cookie label: 31 g, 110 kcal, 3 g fat, 110 mg sodium, 2 g carbs, 20 g protein. Brand store 2026-10-14: $38.00 per bag in every flavor; only Chocolate and Coconut Cookie were in stock (Vanilla, Strawberry, Peanut Butter Cup and Au Naturale shown sold out). The brand's beef isolate protein bags were all sold out and are not recorded.
Good to know
Last checked 2026-10-14. 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.