Jack & Annies Classic Jackfruit Meatballs
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
- Sodium
- Saturated Fat
Verdict
Jack & Annies Classic Jackfruit Meatballs are frozen, plant-based meat alternatives designed for quick heating. Their main strength is a high protein content, while their main tradeoff is a significant amount of saturated fat. Overall, they function as a savory center-of-plate component for plant-based comfort meals.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Simmer them in a marinara sauce and serve over whole grain pasta or in a sub sandwich.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a strong combination of protein and fiber, though the profile is heavily impacted by high saturated fat. Sodium levels are moderate and typical for a prepared frozen food.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 210 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 6g | 30% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 350mg | 15% |
| Total Carbs | 25g | 9% |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | 21% |
| Total Sugars | 3g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 14g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0.4mcg | 2% |
| Calcium | 50mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1.4mg | 8% |
| Potassium | 450mg | 10% |
Ingredient Analysis
The meatballs are built from a base of jackfruit, soy flour, and coconut oil. This formulation is rounded out with bread crumbs and a blend of stabilizers and seasonings to create a consistent, meat-like texture.
Ingredients
JACKFRUIT, WATER, SOY FLOUR, COCONUT OIL, CANOLA OIL, WHITE ONION, SPICES, NATURAL FLAVOR, BREAD CRUMBS (WHEAT, SALT, YEAST), LESS THAN 2% OF: GARLIC POWDER, ONION POWDER, BAKER'S YEAST, METHYLCELLULOSE (PLANT FIBER), SALT.
