Amy's Quinoa & Black Bean Light Meal
Why It Scored This Way
Strong overall nutrition, simple ingredients, and minimal processing make this a reliable base food within a balanced diet.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Amy's Quinoa & Black Bean Light Meal is a frozen plant-based bowl featuring a mix of grains and legumes. Its main strength is the high protein content for a light meal, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a nutrient-dense foundation for a fast lunch.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use within a balanced diet, including daily use when portions are moderate. Pair it with a side of sliced avocado or a fresh green salad to create a more substantial meal.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a strong combination of protein and fiber with zero saturated fat. Sodium levels are kept in a moderate range for a prepared frozen option.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 320mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs | 37g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 8g | 29% |
| Total Sugars | 5g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 76mg | 6% |
| Iron | 3mg | 17% |
| Potassium | 688mg | 15% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from a whole-food base of black beans, quinoa, and organic vegetables like butternut squash and swiss chard. The addition of tamari and a blend of oils for seasoning creates a moderately processed formulation.
Ingredients
ORGANIC BLACK BEANS, ORGANIC QUINOA, ORGANIC YELLOW ONIONS, ORGANIC SWISS CHARD, ORGANIC BUTTERNUT SQUASH, ORGANIC TOMATO PURÉE, ORGANIC CARROTS, ORGANIC MUSHROOMS, ORGANIC GINGER PURÉE (ORGANIC GINGER, WATER), EXTRA VIRGIN OLIVE OIL, ORGANIC TAMARI (WATER, ORGANIC SOYBEANS, SALT, ORGANIC ALCOHOL [TO PRESERVE FRESHNESS]), ORGANIC CILANTRO, ORGANIC CELERY, SEA SALT, ORGANIC GARLIC, EXPELLER PRESSED HIGH OLEIC SAFFLOWER AND/OR SUNFLOWER OIL, BLACK PEPPER, SPICES
