FroPro Moroccan Beef Protein Burrito
FroPro Moroccan Beef Protein Burrito: independently scored 6.7/10 on Protein Score and 7.9/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
38.8g protein per serve · 538 cal · 5.7g sugar · 1359mg sodium · 245g serve.
Overview
The sodium load is the first thing to notice here, chewing up around 68% of the daily 2000mg limit in a single burrito. It's a number that positions this meal firmly in the 'sometimes' basket, especially if you're keeping an eye on salt. Beyond that, the protein story is led by real beef mince, backed up by lentils, quinoa and a hit of faba bean protein powder, giving it a satisfying, food-first texture you don't always find in the freezer aisle. Compared with the brand's Pork & Chives Protein Dumplings, this Moroccan Beef burrito has a fraction less protein and a touch more sugar per 100g. It sits within FroPro's wider range of high-protein frozen meals, which includes other burritos, dumplings and noodle pots. What we see across the range is a focus on delivering big protein numbers per serve, though the protein-per-calorie efficiency can vary. This one, at 7.2g of protein per 100 calories, is less lean than some of its siblings. As a complete meal, the 538 calories make it a genuine dinner replacement, not a light snack. It's a straightforward solution for a weeknight when you can't face the kitchen or need a serious post-training meal without the prep. You'll find it in the freezer section at Woolworths, offering a trade-off: a massive protein serve and real-food ingredients for a sodium hit that's hard to ignore.
Protein Score: 6.7/10
Is this actually a high-protein meal? The 38.8 grams of protein per serve is an athlete-grade number that will certainly help hit your daily targets. The protein source is solid, too, with beef mince and lentils doing the work. But the protein-per-calorie story is less convincing, earning this burrito a 5.3/10. The score trails the field for ready meals. At 7.2 grams of protein for every 100 calories, it's not as lean as other options in the freezer aisle. A fair slice of the energy here comes from the flour tortilla and fats in the filling, which tempers the overall protein efficiency and pulls the score down compared to meals with a leaner protein-to-carb ratio. For a pure post-training refuel where calories and a big protein number are the only goals, it does the job. But for anyone seeking lean, protein-dense fuel for dinner, there are more efficient meals out there. It's a meal of convenience and bulk, but not one built for protein efficiency.
Clean Score: 7.9/10
No artificial sweeteners or colours make the ingredient list here feel cleaner than many freezer meals. It's a welcome sight in an aisle often packed with highly processed options. With a total of seven additives, mainly preservatives and emulsifiers to keep the tortilla wrap together, it earns a 6.8/10. That score sits comfortably above the category average for ready meals. The additives listed, like Humectant (422) and Preservative (200), are doing a practical job: keeping the tortilla soft and ensuring the meal has a stable shelf life in the freezer. It's the trade-off for having a ready-to-heat meal that doesn't fall apart in the microwave. The core of the meal is built on recognisable foods like beef mince, tomato, lentils, and quinoa. While it's not a from-scratch home-cooked meal, FroPro has kept the ingredient list to 28 items, which is shorter than the typical ready meal we see. It strikes a decent balance between convenience and whole-food ingredients.
Wins
- A substantial 38.8g of protein per serve.
- Made with real beef mince, lentils and quinoa.
- No artificial sweeteners or added sugar.
Watch outs
- Extremely high sodium at 1359mg per serve.
- Low protein density at 7.2g per 100 calories.
- Contains seven additives including preservatives.
Ingredients
Burrito Filling (60%): Beef Mince (23.7%), Tomato (Tomato, Citric Acid (E330)), Lentil, Danish Feta Cheese (Reduced Fat) (Contains Milk), Quinoa, Onion, Garlic, Faba Bean Protein Powder, Herbs & Spices, Lemon Juice (Contains Sulphites), Salt, Canola Oil, Tapioca Flour. Tortilla Wrap (40%): Wheat Flour (Thiamin, Folic Acid), Water, Vegetable Fat, Humectant (422), Baking Powder (Raising Agents (501, 541, 516), Wheat Starch), Iodised Salt, Emulsifier (471), Acidity Regulator (297), Preservative (200).
26 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- How much sodium does this burrito have?
- This burrito contains 1359mg of sodium, which is roughly 68% of the 2000mg suggested daily target. This is a very high sodium load for a single meal. In our view, it positions the burrito as a convenient one-off option rather than a meal to be eaten several times a week. If you are monitoring your salt intake, this is a critical number to consider. We'd treat this as a backup meal for when you need convenience, not a daily staple.
- Is this burrito a good option for hitting protein goals?
- Yes, with a significant caveat. The 38.8 grams of protein per serve is a massive contribution to a daily protein target, making it a very effective post-training refuel. However, its protein-per-calorie density is low at 7.2g per 100kcal, meaning it's not particularly lean. It delivers protein alongside a high calorie and sodium load. If you just need a big, all-in-one macro hit after a hard session, it works. If you need lean protein, look elsewhere.
- Where can I buy the FroPro Moroccan Beef Burrito?
- FroPro's Moroccan Beef Protein Burrito is stocked in the freezer aisle at Woolworths supermarkets across Australia. It may also be available directly from the brand's website, but supermarket freezers are the most common place to find it. It's sold as a single-serve meal, so you won't find it in the chilled ready-meal section. We'd suggest checking the freezer section next time you're in-store.
- How does this compare to other FroPro ready meals?
- This Moroccan Beef burrito sits in the middle of FroPro's ready meal lineup. Compared with the brand's Pork & Chives Protein Dumplings, for instance, this burrito has 0.4g less protein and 0.5g more sugar per 100g. Generally, the brand's burritos tend to be higher in calories and total protein per serve than their smaller Protein Pots. The trade-off is often a much higher sodium load in the larger burrito format.
- How do I heat this burrito up?
- This burrito is designed to be heated in the microwave from frozen, making it a quick and convenient meal. While specific instructions are on the pack, most meals of this type heat in just a few minutes. This format is ideal for a fast office lunch or a weeknight dinner when you don't have time to cook. We don't recommend oven-baking as the tortilla can become dry; the microwave is best for retaining moisture.