Purple Carrot Loaded Vegetable Fried Rice Bowl
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
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
Verdict
Purple Carrot Loaded Vegetable Fried Rice Bowl is a frozen, microwaveable meal featuring a blend of grains and mixed vegetables. Its main strength is the high protein content, while its main tradeoff is the high sodium level. Overall, it is a nutrient-dense convenience meal for those needing a quick, plant-based lunch.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Pair it with a side of fresh sliced cucumbers or a handful of steamed snap peas for extra crunch.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a strong balance of protein and fiber, though the salt levels are significant. Saturated fat remains very low, keeping the overall calorie density manageable.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 340 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 11g | — |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | — |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 810mg | — |
| Total Carbs | 47g | — |
| Dietary Fiber | 6g | — |
| Total Sugars | 5g | — |
| Protein | 12g | — |
Ingredient Analysis
The bowl is built from a base of white rice, red quinoa, and whole vegetables like edamame and bok choy. The formulation is more processed due to a complex tamari-based sauce containing sugar, corn starch, and yeast extract for flavor enhancement.
Ingredients
GRAINS BLEND (COOKED RICE [WATER, WHITE RICE], COOKED RED QUINOA [WATER, RED QUINOA]), SAUCE (TAMARI SOY SAUCE [WATER, SOYBEANS, SALT, SUGAR, ALCOHOL, VINEGAR, LACTIC ACID], WATER, SESAME SEED OIL, GARLIC PUREE, GINGER PUREE, CANE SUGAR, CORN STARCH, CONTAINS 2% OR LESS OF: CHILI PASTE [RED CHILI PEPPERS, DISTILLED VINEGAR, GARLIC, SALT], RICE VINEGAR, ONION POWDER, SALT, MUSHROOM JUICE CONCENTRATE, YEAST EXTRACT), EDAMAME, BROCCOLI, BOK CHOY, SPINACH, CARROTS.
