Amy's Enchilada with Spanish Rice & Beans
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Amy's Frozen Whole Meals, Enchilada with Spanish Rice & Beans, Gluten Free is a pre-prepared frozen entree designed for quick heating. Its main strength is the high protein content, while its main tradeoff is the high sodium level. Overall, it is a nutrient-dense convenience meal for those needing a fast, plant-based dinner.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Pair it with a fresh side salad or sliced avocado to create a more complete dinner bowl.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a favorable balance of protein and fiber paired with very low saturated fat. The primary concern is the sodium, which accounts for over a third of the daily recommended limit in one tray.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 360 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 9g | 12% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 820mg | 36% |
| Total Carbs | 57g | 21% |
| Dietary Fiber | 7g | 25% |
| Total Sugars | 4g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 12g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 120mg | 10% |
| Iron | 3.2mg | 20% |
| Potassium | 650mg | 15% |
Ingredient Analysis
The meal is built from organic rice, pinto beans, and corn tortillas, supplemented by tofu and a variety of vegetables. The formulation is rounded out with a seasoning blend and refined tapioca starch to maintain texture and flavor during freezing.
Ingredients
filtered water, organic rice, organic pinto beans, organic corn tortillas (organic white corn. water. trace of lime), organic tomato purée, organic corn, organic onions, organic zucchini, organic bell peppers, organic tofu (filtered water, organic soybeans, magnesium chloride), organic black beans, expeller pressed high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil, organic sweet rice flour, spices, sea salt, organic tapioca starch, olives, organic garlic, organic green chiles, chives. contains soy.
