Amy's Frozen Vegan Vegetable Lasagna With Daiya Cheeze
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Added Sugar
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Amy's Frozen Vegan Vegetable Lasagna With Daiya Cheeze, Gluten free is a pre-assembled frozen meal featuring rice-based pasta and mixed vegetables. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is high sodium levels. Overall, it serves as a convenient plant-based dinner for those needing a gluten-free option.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a fresh side salad or steamed broccoli to create a more complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a significant amount of sodium and moderate saturated fat. It provides a helpful amount of protein and fiber for a frozen entrée.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 330 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 13g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 790mg | 34% |
| Total Carbs | 44g | 16% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 11% |
| Total Sugars | 6g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 8g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 80mg | 6% |
| Iron | 2.6mg | 15% |
| Potassium | 510mg | 10% |
Ingredient Analysis
The lasagna is built from rice pasta, tomato purée, and a variety of vegetables like zucchini and spinach. The formulation becomes more processed through the addition of a vegan mozzarella-style cheese made from potato starch and coconut oil, along with natural flavors.
Ingredients
organic rice pasta (organic rice flour, filtered water), organic tomato purée, organic zucchini, filtered water, organic onions, organic spinach, organic vegan mozzarella-style cheeze (filtered water, organic potato starch, organic coconut oil, sea salt, organic ground sunflower kernels, natural flavor, organic fruit and vegetable concentrate [carrot, pumpkin and apple]), organic tofu (filtered water, organic soybeans, magnesium chloride), extra virgin olive oil, organic carrots, organic basil, sea salt, organic garlic, black pepper, spices. contains soy and sunflower seeds.
