Bon Appétit: The Best Protein with Fiber

Jul 02, 2025

Bon Appétit Calls Out Mikuna: Why Chocho Is a Top “Protein with Fiber”

When a leading food magazine like Bon Appétit singles out a plant-based protein powder for combining real protein with meaningful fiber — that’s a strong signal. That’s exactly what happened when Mikuna’s Chocho protein earned praise for delivering complete nutrition, easy digestibility, and clean ingredients.

Here’s why this feature matters, and how Chocho meets — and exceeds — standards for what a modern protein powder should offer.

🌿 What the Bon Appétit Feature Highlights

In the 2025 article titled “The Best Protein with Fiber,” Bon Appétit highlights several standout attributes of Mikuna’s Chocho: MIKUNA

Chocho is vegan, unflavored, unsweetened, and completely free from pea protein — important for those who find pea protein heavy or hard to digest.
Each serving delivers approximately 8 grams of fiber (about 29% of daily recommended intake) alongside 20 grams of protein — a rare combo in a clean protein powder.
Chocho remains naturally lectin-free and easier on the stomach than many legumes or protein powders.
Users (and Bon Appétit) praise its slightly nutty flavor, ability to blend smoothly in smoothies, absence of gritty texture or chalky finish, and the fact it doesn’t rely on thickening agents (like gums) to achieve texture.
In short — Chocho stood out not only for protein content, but for real-world digestibility, fiber content, clean formulation, and enjoyable flavor/texture.

✅ Why Chocho Is a Rare “Protein + Fiber + Clean Label” Package

Complete Plant Protein + Significant Fiber in One Scoop

Most protein powders deliver protein — but strip out fiber. Chocho does both. This matters because fiber plays a crucial role in digestion, gut health, and metabolic balance. Bon Appétit+2PubMed+2

Recent nutritional science highlights that protein + fiber combinations — as in Chocho — help promote better gut-microbiome health and reduce undesirable effects sometimes linked to high-protein diets alone. PubMed+1

Gentle on Digestion — No Pea, No Grit, No Fillers

By avoiding common allergens and irritants (like pea protein or heavy gums), Chocho is more digestible and less likely to cause bloating or digestive discomfort. The Bon Appétit feature specifically calls this out as a major benefit. MIKUNA

Clean, Minimal Ingredient List — Transparency & Quality

Chocho’s minimal processing, lack of unnecessary fillers, gums, or artificial additives aligns with growing consumer demand for clean-label nutrition — exactly what many health-conscious eaters and lifestyle publications now prioritize.

Flavor & Texture That Works — Not Just Functional, But Enjoyable

A big reason many protein powders fall short: taste or texture. Chocho, in contrast, is described as slightly nutty, neutral, and smooth — blending beautifully into shakes and smoothies without masking or after-taste. Bon Appétit calls this out directly. MIKUNA

That makes it far more likely to become a daily staple — not just a functional supplement.

🍽️ What This Means for You — How to Use Chocho for Maximum Benefit

Because Chocho delivers both protein and fiber — and blends smoothly — it’s ideal for many daily use cases:

Morning smoothies — starting your day with balanced protein + fiber + nutrients
Post-workout recovery — getting lean amino acids without digestive stress
Meal replacement or supplement — especially for those needing convenience + satiety
Gut-friendly diets or those sensitive to typical plant proteins — less risk of bloating or gut discomfort

If you’re curious, try mixing a scoop of Chocho into your favorite fruit smoothie or oatmeal for a fiber + protein boost without the heaviness.

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Author: Olivia Tarantino

To Read the Article: https://mikunafoods.com/blogs/journal/bon-appetit-features-mikuna-and-chocho-as-their-best-protein-with-fiber

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