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Low GI Recovery Powder Shake

Published February 06, 2026

Resource Formulation Guidance

How to develop a low glycemic index (GI) recovery powder shake with NUTRALYS® pea protein and PEA STARCH LN 30 slowly digestible carbohydrate.

Powder Shake

Key attributes

  • Low glycemic index
  • Contains slowly digestible starch
  • Less than 5g sugars per serving
  • Source of fiber
  • High in protein
  • Ideal carb-protein ratio for recovery (3:1)
  • Clean taste

Key facts

NUTRALYS® S85 Plus pea protein

  • Nutritious and sustainable source of plant protein from the yellow pea
  • Contributes to muscle health*
  • Helps fill you up*
  • Helps moderate blood glucose peaks and dips*
  • Not a major allergen**
  • Non-GMO and gluten-free
  • Kosher and halal certified

 

* NUTRALYS® health benefits are supported by one single clinical study. Food manufacturers who would like to use NUTRALYS® pea protein for these benefits will have to run their own studies based on their own formulation.  

 

ROQUETTE Pea Starch LN30

  • Slowly digestible starch to fuel sport and active lifestyle
  • Low glycemic index
  • Plant-based, from sustainable yellow peas
  • Simply labeled “Pea starch”
  • Not a major allergen**
  • Gluten-free, non-GMO

 

** Pea is not listed among major allergens and intolerant agents in EU (Annex II Regulation 1169/2011) neither in the Codex list of allergens to be labeled (Codex Stan 1-1985 (Rev. 1-1991)-4.2.1.43). Due to a few rare reported allergic reactions with pea (and their derived products), we strongly suggest to out customer to list the botanical origin of their pea-derived products in their ingredient statement.

NUTRIOSE® FM 06 soluble fiber

  • Plant-based soluble dietary fiber from corn
  • Well tolerated up to 45g per day
  • Clinical studies suggest benefits on digestive health and blood glucose management
  • Gluten-free, non-GMO
  • Kosher and halal certified

 

PREGEFLO® C 100 pregelatinized maize starch

  • Precooked waxy maize starch
  • Neutral taste
  • Texturizing solution
  • Gluten-free, non-GMO
  • Kosher and halal certified

Key benefits

 NUTRALYS® S85 Plus Pea proteinROQUETTE Pea starch LN30 
Nutritional 
  • Premium quality pea protein (85% protein on D.S.)
  • Highly digestible (96%)
  • Well-balanced amino acid profile: 8.7g arginine, 18g of BCAAs and 7.1g of lysine per 100g of protein (Nx6x25)
  • 100% glucose-based energy
  • No sugars
  • Slowly digested (proven by Roquette in vitro digestibility analysis)
  • Low glycemic index: 23%
  • Low impact on blood glucose (clinically proven)
  • Nearly 100% available energy from starch: 3.2kcal/g
  • Might offer steady energy release and easily available energy to perform for longer
  • 10% fibers (resistant starch)
Functional
  • High solubility at over a large range of pH
  • Low viscosity
  • Suitable for UHT process
  • Easy-to-use
  • Suitable for cold applications
  • Bulking agent
  • Affordable
Sensory
  • Optimized taste profile: low beany notes
  • Contributes to creamy texture
  • Neutral taste, no sweetness
  • White color
 NUTRIOSE® FM 06 Soluble fiber PREGEFLO® C 100 precooked waxy maize starch
Nutritional  
  • 85% fiber on D.S. 
  • Caloric value: 2.1 kcal/g
  • Low glycemic response (GR: 25)
  • Prebiotic effect 
  • Gluten-free
  • Label-friendly
Functional
  • Easy-to-use: quick dispersion and good solubility
  • Transparent in solution
  • High shelf life and excellent process stability 
  • Medium particle size, acts as a thickener
  • Good flowability and viscosity
Sensory
  • Neutral taste 
  • Contributes to a rich mouthfeel 
  • Medium particle size, acts as a thickener
  • Good flowability and viscosity

List of ingredients for the recipe

  • Roquette Pea Starch LN30
  • Whole milk powder
  • NUTRALYS® S85 Plus pea protein
  • PREGEFLO® C 100 corn starch
  • NUTRIOSE® FM 06 soluble fiber
  • Thickener (guar gum)
  • Flavor
  • Salt
  • Sweeteners (aspartame, acesulfame potassium)

The reference number of the recipe – LPNUSPO026

 

Nutrition facts

Serving size 50g of low GI recovery powder shake

Energy185kcal 
 Fat 3.9g
 Carbohydrate 2.1g
of which sugars 26.2g
 Fiber 4.3g
 Protein 9.3g
 Salt 0.56g

Suggested claims (EU)***

  • High in protein
  • Source of fiber

*** Information based on EU regulations. Subject to applicable local laws and regulations.

Disclaimer

This informative and technical document is provided for food business operators or healthcare professionals, including prospective customers for Roquette and not intended to be delivered as such to final consumers. Legal, regulatory, policies and requirements are subject to change and jurisdictional variation.

Links to pages of the products used within this concept
Pea starch LN 30
107,40 Ko

Product Profile

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PREGEFLO® C 100 pregelatinized starch
140,14 Ko

Product Profile

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NUTRALYS® S85 Plus N pea protein
188,26 Ko

Product Profile

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NUTRIOSE® FM 06 soluble fiber
250,88 Ko

Product Profile

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