Entrees, Sides & Small Meals: Nutrition Facts and Calories

This category features a wide variety of packaged entrees, side dishes, and small meals designed for convenience. You'll find items like seasoned grains, plain cooked rice, pasta dishes, and ready-to-heat meals. When choosing products, the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list are helpful tools. For sodium, compare products to help stay within the FDA Daily Value of 2,300 milligrams. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans suggest limiting added sugars and keeping saturated fat intake to less than 10% of daily calories. Look for products with higher fiber content, which can contribute to digestive health. For grain-based items, check the ingredient list for "whole grain" or "whole wheat" as a main ingredient to ensure you're getting more beneficial nutrients. Prioritizing products with recognizable whole food ingredients can also be a good strategy. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.