Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli with Tomato Ragu
Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli with Tomato Ragu: independently scored 7.1/10 on Protein Score and 7.4/10 on Clean Score by ProteinScore.
23.8g protein per serve · 499 cal · 7.5g sugar · 719mg sodium · 310g serve.
Overview
This tray sits in the chiller as a classic Italian-American comfort meal, but it underwhelms next to the category's stronger performers. The 719mg of sodium eats up over a third of your daily 2000mg limit in one go, a significant trade-off for the convenience of a microwave dinner. Compared with the brand's FUEL'D Spaghetti Bolognese, this ravioli has 0.5g less protein and 0.5g less sugar per 100g, making it a slightly less efficient choice within the Youfoodz lineup. The protein source is a mix of real beef and textured vegetable protein from soy, which helps bulk out the ravioli filling alongside breadcrumbs and cheese. It's a common strategy to keep costs down and protein up, but it moves the meal away from a whole-food feel. With 38 ingredients, this meal has a longer list than the typical ready meal we track, reflecting the complexity of a sauce and filled pasta format. It lands in the chiller aisle at Coles, offering a quick dinner solution for those nights you can't face the kitchen, but we think there are stronger, leaner options in the brand's own range.
Protein Score: 7.1/10
Is this actually a high-protein meal? With 23.8g of protein per serve, it qualifies as a solid dinner, but the efficiency story is less convincing. The 5.8/10 score reflects a protein density of just 4.8g per 100 calories, which signals a meal padded with carbs and sauce rather than lean protein. The protein per 100g sits at 7.7g, which trails the 10.4g category average for ready meals. It also lags behind many of its Youfoodz siblings, including the Thai Chicken Yellow Curry and the FUEL'D range, which consistently offer a denser protein hit. Ultimately, this tray is a convenient source of moderate protein, but it isn't a lean or efficient one. It suits someone who needs a quick, filling meal without scrutinising the protein-to-carb ratio too closely.
Clean Score: 7.4/10
The trade-off for a ready-made ravioli with a stable sauce is a longer ingredient list and a few additives. This tray uses a flavour enhancer (635) to boost the savoury notes of the ragu and a preservative (220) in the red wine, landing it a 6.3/10 for its processing level. The ingredient count of 38 is higher than the category average of 32, which is expected for a multi-component meal like this. The list includes whole foods like beef, tomato, onion, and carrot, but also processed elements like textured vegetable protein and various acidity regulators. This score sits right on the average for the ready meal category, making it a standard choice for shoppers who prioritise convenience over a short, clean ingredient list. It's a typical supermarket meal, not a whole-food kitchen creation.
Wins
- A solid 23.8g of protein per serve.
- Beef is the main protein source, not just filler.
- Heats up in the microwave in minutes.
Watch outs
- Sodium is high, hitting 36% of the daily limit.
- Protein density of 4.8g per 100kcal is low.
- Contains three additives including a flavour enhancer.
Ingredients
(Beef Ravioli (48%) {Durum Wheat, Breadcrumbs (Wheat Flour, Water, Yeast), Beef, Carrot, Canola Oil, Onion, Parmesan Cheese (Milk, Salt, Starter Culture, Non-Animal Rennet), Water, Egg, Spice Mix (Natural Flavour, Salt, Spices, Herbs), Tomato (Acidity Regulator (330))}, Textured Vegetable Protein (Defatted Soy Meal, Colour (150d)), Garlic), Beef (16%), Crushed Tomato (13%) {Diced Tomato, Tomato Puree, Acid (330)}, Onion, Garlic, Carrot, Celery, Tomato Paste (2%) {Acidity Regulator (330)}, Red Wine {Preservative (220)}, Mushroom Booster (Flavour Enhancer (635), Acid (330)), Butter (Milk), Brown Sugar, Parsley, Thyme, Black Pepper.
36 ingredients.
Frequently asked questions
- How much protein is in Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli?
- The Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli tray contains 23.8 grams of protein per 310g serve. This is enough to be considered a solid dinner for many Australians, but its protein density of 4.8g per 100 calories is lower than more protein-focused meals. The protein comes from a combination of shredded beef and beef-filled ravioli, which also contains textured soy protein. For a higher-protein option in the Youfoodz range, their FUEL'D meals typically offer a denser protein hit for a similar calorie count. This 2026 review finds it's a decent protein source, but not the leanest.
- Is Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli a stronger on the numbers meal choice?
- We can't give specific nutritional advice, but the data for this meal shows a mixed profile for an Australian adult in 2026. The 23.8g of protein is a positive for a single-serve meal. However, the sodium content is high at 719mg per tray, which is approximately 36% of the 2000mg daily limit recommended for adults. The fibre is also very low at just 0.5g. While convenient, it's a processed meal with 38 ingredients, so it's best viewed as a backup dinner rather than a daily staple for someone prioritising whole foods.
- How much sodium is in the Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli?
- This meal contains 719mg of sodium in a single 310g tray. That figure represents about 36% of the 2000mg daily sodium limit suggested for an average Australian adult. This is a significant portion of your daily allowance from just one meal. If you're eating this regularly, it's important to be mindful of your sodium intake from other foods throughout the day to avoid consistently exceeding the recommended limit. Meals with this level of sodium are best kept for occasional convenience.
- Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli vs FUEL'D Spaghetti Bolognese: which is better?
- Choosing between these two Youfoodz meals depends on your goals. The FUEL'D Spaghetti Bolognese has a slightly stronger protein profile, with 8.2g of protein per 100g compared to the Shredded Beef Ravioli's 7.7g. The FUEL'D meal also has a higher Protein Score on our index. The ravioli, on the other hand, has slightly less sugar. Both meals contain added sugar and have a similar number of ingredients, reflecting their nature as convenient, processed meals. For a pure protein-per-calorie choice, the FUEL'D option has the edge.
- What's in the Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli?
- The ingredient list for this meal has 38 items, led by beef ravioli, shredded beef, and crushed tomatoes. The ravioli filling is a mix of beef, breadcrumbs, textured vegetable protein (from soy), and cheese. The sauce is built on tomatoes, onion, garlic, carrot, and celery, with flavour added from red wine, tomato paste, and a mushroom booster that includes a flavour enhancer (635). It also contains added sugar, a colour (150d) in the soy protein, and a preservative (220) in the wine, which is common for ready meals.
- Where can I buy Youfoodz meals in Australia?
- Youfoodz ready meals are widely available in the chiller aisle of major Australian supermarkets, with this Shredded Beef Ravioli tray listed at Coles. You may also find the brand's products stocked at other independent grocers. In addition to supermarkets, Youfoodz operates its own direct-to-consumer delivery service via its website, which often carries a wider range of meals than what you might find on the shelf. The brand is owned by HelloFresh and its meals are made in Brisbane.
- How do I cook the Youfoodz Shredded Beef Ravioli?
- This meal is designed to be heated in the microwave for maximum convenience. You simply need to pierce the plastic film on the tray and heat it for the time specified on the packaging, which is typically a few minutes. It's a single-serve tray, so there's no prep or other cooking required. As a chilled meal, it should be stored in the fridge and is not suitable for oven cooking or freezing at home unless the packaging explicitly states otherwise. Always check the on-pack instructions for the most accurate heating times.