Vegetables - Unprepared/Unprocessed (Shelf Stable): Nutrition Facts and Calories

This category features shelf-stable vegetables that are largely unprepared or unprocessed, such as dry beans, lentils, and certain canned vegetables. These products offer a convenient way to include vegetables in your diet. When choosing items from this category, it's helpful to check the Nutrition Facts label and ingredient list. For canned options, pay attention to the sodium content. The FDA recommends a Daily Value of 2,300 milligrams of sodium per day. Look for "low sodium" or "no salt added" versions to help manage your intake. Also, check the ingredient list for added sugars. The 2025-2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend avoiding added sugars. Many products in this category are naturally good sources of dietary fiber, which is an important part of a healthy eating pattern. A short ingredient list, primarily featuring the vegetable itself, indicates a less processed product. All values are shown per 100 g so products can be compared.