Protein + Recovery (formerly Sport Premium Protein)
Vega Protein + Recovery (formerly Sport Premium Protein) is a plant blend protein powder with 30 g of protein per 1 scoop (44 g). It scores 84/100 on the TBPP Quality Score. It is NSF Certified for Sport and Non-GMO Project Verified.
Nutrition per serving
Chocolate flavor, from the label.
| Serving size | 1 scoop (44 g) |
|---|---|
| Protein | 30 g |
| Calories | 180 |
| Carbohydrates | 6 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Fat | 3.5 g |
| Sodium | 530 mg |
| Protein by weight | 68% |
| Leucine | Not verified |
| BCAAs | Not verified |
How it scored
84 of 100 points. How we score
| Criterion | Points | Why |
|---|---|---|
| Protein density | 14 / 30 | 68% of each scoop is protein |
| Third-party testing | 25 / 25 | Lot-tested for banned substances |
| Label transparency | 20 / 20 | Fully disclosed formula, no amino spiking |
| Sugar | 10 / 10 | 1 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, Pumpkin Seed Protein, Organic Sunflower Seed Protein |
| Third-party testing | NSF Certified for Sport, Non-GMO Project Verified |
| Sweeteners | Stevia Leaf Extract |
| Proprietary blend | No |
| Added free amino acids | No |
| Dietary | Vegan, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Non-GMO |
| Allergens | None listed |
| Made by | Vega |
| Sold at | Sports Basement, Well.ca |
Price
$64.99 for Large, about 19 servings. About $3.42 per serving, or $2.85 per 25 g of protein.
Sizes: 29 oz (about 19 servings), XL (44 servings), 12 x 1.5 oz single-serve packets
Flavors (5)
- Chocolate
- Vanilla
- Mocha
- Berry
- Peanut Butter
Sources
- https://myvega.com/products/vega-sport-premium-protein
- https://myvega.com/cdn/shop/files/PR_Chocolate_LG_VEG00856_NFT_1.png
- https://athletechnews.com/vega-debuts-new-look-enhanced-formula/
- https://myvega.ca/pages/explore-the-all-new-vega-plant-based-protein-powder-ca
- https://www.sportsbasement.com/products/performance-protein-20-serve
- https://well.ca/products/vega-performance-protein-recovery_272129.html
- https://www.nsfsport.com/certified-products/search-results.php?search=garden+of+life
Nutrition from the brand's Chocolate Large Supplement Facts label image on myvega.com (44 g scoop, about 19 servings, 180 kcal, 30 g protein, 6 g carbs incl. 2 g fiber, 1 g sugar, 3.5 g fat, 530 mg sodium). Flavors, sizes, Large price ($64.99, 2026-10-13), stevia sweetener, vegan/gluten-free and Non-GMO Project Verified claims from myvega.com. NSF Certified for Sport confirmed on brand page and on NSF certified-products listing (Vega Performance Protein + Recovery and Vega Sport Premium Protein, all five flavors). Brand page cites 5 g BCAAs in one place and 5 g glutamic acid in another; bcaa_g left null. No allergen 'contains' statement for Chocolate; made in a facility that also processes milk, soy, peanuts, eggs, tree nuts and sesame; Peanut Butter flavor contains peanut. XL and packet prices not confirmed.
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.