Amy's Frozen Pizza Vegan Margherita
Why It Scored This Way
Weak nutritional value, significant processing, or both make this product less supportive of a health-focused diet.
- Protein
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Amy's Frozen Pizza, Margherita, Vegan is a plant-based frozen meal designed for quick preparation. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is high sodium levels. Overall, it serves as a convenient, pre-made dinner solution for those seeking a classic pizza flavor.
How to Use This
Best kept to limited use within a balanced diet, in controlled portions and not as a routine choice. Pair it with a fresh side salad or roasted vegetables for a more complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by significant sodium and saturated fat, though it maintains a helpful amount of protein per serving.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 300 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 15g | 19% |
| Saturated Fat | 4.5g | 23% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 590mg | 26% |
| Total Carbs | 34g | 12% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 2% |
| Protein | 6g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.9mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The pizza is built from wheat flour, diced tomatoes, and a vegan mozzarella blend. The formulation relies on refined potato starch and natural flavorings within the cheese substitute to achieve its texture and taste.
Ingredients
organic unbleached wheat flour, filtered water, organic diced tomatoes, organic vegan mozzarella-style cheeze (filtered water, organic potato starch, organic coconut oil, sea salt, organic ground sunflower kernels, natural flavoring, organic fruit and vegetable concentrate [organic carrot, organic pumpkin and organic apple]), organic tomato purée, extra virgin olive oil, organic agave syrup, organic basil, expeller pressed high oleic safflower and/or sunflower oil, sea salt, black pepper, yeast. contains wheat. includes sunflower seeds.
