Grain Trust Ancient Grain Mix
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
- Fiber
Verdict
Grain Trust Ancient Grain Mix is a frozen blend of pre-cooked whole grains. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a convenient base for those needing a quick grain component in a meal.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Try it as a base for a roasted vegetable bowl or stir it into a hearty vegan stew.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a balanced calorie count and a lack of saturated fat, though sodium levels are notable for a grain mix.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 170 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 340mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs | 35g | 13% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 1g | 2% |
| Protein | 6g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 68mg | 2% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from a variety of whole grains including brown, red jasmine, and wild rice along with oats. A seasoning blend and the addition of rice bran oil and sunflower lecithin move the formulation away from a simple whole-food state.
Ingredients
Cooked Whole Grain Brown Rice (Water and Rice), Cooked Whole Grain Oats (Water and Oats), Cooked Whole Grain Red Jasmine Rice (Water and Rice), and Cooked Whole Grain Wild Rice (Water and Wild Rice), Seasoning (Salt, Cane Sugar, Garlic Powder, Onion Powder, Spices, Turmeric). Rice Bran Oil, and Sunflower Lecithin.
