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
Pinnacle Foods Group LLC
White Cabbage & Carrots With Scallions And Grilled Onions, Lightly Seasoned With Salt And Black Pepper Shredded Veggies, White Cabbage & Carrots
48kcal
1.1Protein
1.6Fat
7.5Carbs
Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division
White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Al Dente Cavatappi Pasta Smothered In A Creamy White Cheddar Sauce Featuring 9-Month-Aged Sharp Cheddar Cheese From New York, White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
High in sodium — 36% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 45% DV per serving
177kcal
6.8Protein
10.9Fat
12.7Carbs
Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division
White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese Cavatappi Pasta In A Creamy White Cheddar Cheese Sauce, White Cheddar Macaroni & Cheese
High in sodium — 41% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 55% DV per serving
188kcal
7.6Protein
11.6Fat
13.4Carbs
Conagra Brands, Inc.
White Cheddar Riced Cauliflower With Black Pepper
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
High in saturated fat — 20% DV per serving
76kcal
3.8Protein
4.6Fat
5.3Carbs
Topco Associates, Inc.
White Rice Mixed With Carrots, Corn And Peas Vegetables Side Dish, White Rice With Vegetables
110kcal
2Protein
0Fat
23Carbs
The Great Atlantic & Pacific Tea Company, Inc.
White Rice With Vegetable Blend
107kcal
2.1Protein
0.4Fat
22.1Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Whole Foods Market, Artichoke, Kale & Swiss Chard Bites
137kcal
5.9Protein
8.8Fat
11.8Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Whole Foods Market, Vegetable Fried Rice
High in sodium — 25% DV per serving
116kcal
3.1Protein
0.8Fat
23.3Carbs
Wakefern Food Corporation
Whole Grain A Seasoned Blend Of Brown Rice, Red Rice, And Barley Medley, Whole Grain
155kcal
2.8Protein
2.1Fat
31.7Carbs
Ahold USA, Inc.
Whole Grain Brown Rice
141kcal
3.5Protein
1.1Fat
30.3Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Whole Grain Brown Rice
141kcal
3.5Protein
1.1Fat
30.3Carbs
The Kroger Co.
Whole Grain Brown Rice, Whole Grain Red Jasmine Rice & Whole Grain Black Barley Medley, Whole Grain
155kcal
2.8Protein
2.1Fat
31.7Carbs
Whole Foods Market, Inc.
Wild Rice Blend Organic Grain Medley, Wild Rice Blend
95kcal
2.9Protein
0Fat
20Carbs
Nestle Usa-Frozen Food Division
Yams & Apples
High in added sugars — 30% DV per serving
115kcal
0.8Protein
3.1Fat
21.5Carbs
Peruvian Import Company
Yellow Potatoes
103kcal
5.6Protein
0Fat
23.9Carbs
Zatarain's Inc.
Yellow Rice Long Grain Rice With Vegetables & Spices, Yellow Rice
High in sodium — 30% DV per serving
357kcal
8.9Protein
0.9Fat
76.8Carbs
Goya Foods, Inc.
Yellow Rice With Pink Beans
High in sodium — 20% DV per serving
127kcal
3.5Protein
2.1Fat
24.6Carbs
Herdez S.A.
Yucatan Blend
114kcal
3.4Protein
0.7Fat
20.4Carbs
B&G Foods North America, Inc.
Zucchini Garlic & Parmesan Veggie Fries, Zucchini Garlic & Parmesan
212kcal
4.7Protein
9.4Fat
27.1Carbs
Old Fashioned Kitchen, Inc.
Zucchini Pancakes
184kcal
5.3Protein
7.9Fat
21.1Carbs
Authentic Joy
Zucchini Spirals With Basil Pesto
114kcal
1.9Protein
11.4Fat
2.9Carbs
United Natural Foods, Inc.
Zucchini Spirals Zucchini Spirals With Creamy Pesto Sauce, Zucchini Spirals
64kcal
1.8Protein
4.5Fat
3.6Carbs
B&G Foods North America, Inc.
Zucchini Veggie Spirals, Zucchini
18kcal
1.2Protein
0Fat
2.4Carbs