Frozen Prepared Sides: Nutrition Facts and Calories
Frozen Prepared Sides offer convenient options like seasoned vegetables, pasta dishes, and potato-based sides that are ready to heat and serve. These products can help complete a meal quickly. When choosing frozen prepared sides, checking the Nutrition Facts label is helpful. Look for products lower in added sugars. The Dietary Guidelines for Americans (DGA) 2025-2030 suggest limiting added sugars. Also, pay attention to sodium content; the FDA Daily Value is 2,300 milligrams. Choosing options with less sodium can support a healthy eating pattern. The DGA also recommends keeping saturated fat intake below 10% of daily calories, so look for lower amounts here too. On the ingredient list, prioritize products where whole foods like vegetables or whole grains are listed among the first ingredients. This indicates a higher proportion of these beneficial components. Some frozen sides also offer dietary fiber, which is a nutrient many Americans do not get enough of. Making informed choices helps you select frozen prepared sides that fit your dietary needs. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.
767 products · values per 100 g
Goya Foods, Inc.
Mangu Mashed Plantains, Mangu
High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
93kcal
0.7Protein
3.3Fat
17.3Carbs
B&G Foods North America, Inc.
Marinara Made With Zucchini Spirals, Carrots & Yellow Bell Peppers In A Zesty Tomato Sauce Veggie Spiral Skillets, Marinara
36kcal
0.9Protein
0.9Fat
6.4Carbs
Conagra Brands, Inc.
Mashed Butternut Squash With Brown Sugar, Mashed With Brown Sugar
88kcal
1.8Protein
1.8Fat
15.9Carbs
Taylor Fresh Foods, Inc.
Mashed Cauliflower
35kcal
1.8Protein
0.9Fat
6.2Carbs
Safeway, Inc.
Mashed Cauliflower With Chives Mix + Match, Mashed Cauliflower With Chives
High in sodium — 31% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 40% DV per serving
89kcal
1.3Protein
5.8Fat
6.7Carbs
Lunds Inc
Mashed Cauliflower, Broccoli & Cheese Chef-Crafted Vegetables With Premium Cheese Blend
80kcal
3.6Protein
3.6Fat
8.0Carbs
Heinz Frozen Food Company
Mashed Potato
High in saturated fat — 50% DV per serving
164kcal
2.1Protein
10.7Fat
15Carbs
Hans Kissle Co., Inc.
Mashed Potatoes
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
72kcal
1.6Protein
4.8Fat
13.6Carbs
The Schwan Food Company
Mashed Potatoes With Cheddar Cheese
134kcal
2.1Protein
5.6Fat
19.0Carbs
WaffleWaffle, LLC.
Mashed Roasted Sweet Potatoes Topped With Honey Granola Streusel Casserole, Sweet Potato
High in added sugars — 118% DV per serving
288kcal
1.0Protein
2.4Fat
69.2Carbs
Mckenzie Corn Fritters, 16 Oz
High in sodium — 21% DV per serving
242kcal
5.3Protein
12Fat
29.4Carbs
Alle Processing Corp
Meal Mart Matzoh Balls, 32 Oz
109kcal
3.3Protein
7.6Fat
8.7Carbs
PASTA GOURMET NEW YORK
Meat Tortellini
180kcal
7Protein
1.5Fat
33Carbs
Wegmans Food Markets, Inc.
Meat Tortellini Pasta, Meat, Tortellini
210kcal
9Protein
4.5Fat
31Carbs
Pasta Dreams LLC
Meaty Walnut Ravioli, Meaty Walnut
294kcal
9.4Protein
15.3Fat
31.8Carbs
General Mills, Inc.
Mediterranean Blend Potatoes, Zucchini, And Carrots With Mediterranean Inspired Seasonings, Mediterranean Blend
106kcal
2.4Protein
4.7Fat
15.3Carbs
Target Stores
Mediterranean Inspired Quinoa Steam In Bag Blend With Spinach, Garbanzo Beans, Red Peppers & Onions Seasoned With Sea Salt & Olive Oil, Mediterranean Inspired Quinoa
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
107kcal
3.6Protein
3.2Fat
15Carbs