Dr. Praeger's Veggie Burgers, Mushroom Risotto
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Fiber
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
- Protein
Verdict
Dr. Praeger's Veggie Burgers, Mushroom Risotto are pre-formed plant-based patties that offer a savory, vegetable-forward flavor profile. Their main strength is a meaningful amount of fiber, while their main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, they function as a convenient, taste-driven component for a quick meal.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it in a toasted whole-grain bun with a side of sautéed kale and a dollop of vegan pesto.
Nutrition Overview
The nutrition panel shows a low-calorie profile with minimal saturated fat and a helpful fiber contribution. However, the protein count is notably low for a burger alternative, and sodium levels are moderate.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 120 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.5g | 3% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 300mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs | 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 20mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.7mg | 4% |
| Potassium | 170mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
These patties are built from a base of brown rice, mushrooms, and oat bran mixed with a variety of garden vegetables. The addition of arrowroot powder and natural flavors helps maintain the burger's structure and consistent seasoning.
Ingredients
Cooked Brown Rice (Water, Brown Rice), Mushrooms, Oat Bran, Peas, Carrots, Onions, Spinach, Expeller Pressed Canola Oil and/or Sunflower Oil, Arrowroot Powder, Celery, Oat Fiber, Cooked Rice (Water, Arborio Rice), Contains Less than 2% of Potato Flakes, Sea Salt, Parsley, Garlic, Fruit Juice (for Color), Natural Flavors, Black Pepper.
