Annie's Vegan Mac Macaroni & Cheddar Flavor Macaroni & Sauce
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Protein
- Fiber
- Sodium
Verdict
Annie's Vegan Mac Macaroni & Cheddar Flavor Macaroni & Sauce is a shelf-stable boxed pasta kit. Its main strength is a moderate protein content, while its main tradeoff is high sodium levels. Overall, it serves as a convenient plant-based comfort 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 bowl mixed with steamed broccoli and peas for a more complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by a significant amount of sodium relative to the serving size. It does provide a helpful amount of protein and fiber for a refined pasta dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 260 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 3.5g | 4% |
| Saturated Fat | 1.5g | 6% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 570mg | 25% |
| Total Carbs | 51g | 18% |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g | 12% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 7g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 30mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 140mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from organic wheat flour and a formulated cheddar flavor seasoning. This seasoning blend introduces palm oil, corn starch, and natural flavors to create the creamy sauce profile.
Ingredients
Organic Pasta (Organic Wheat Flour), Vegan Cheddar Flavor Seasoning (Organic Rice Syrup Solids, Organic Palm Oil, Sea Salt, Organic Corn Starch, Organic Natural Flavor, Organic Pea Protein, Lactic Acid, Sunflower Lecithin, Organic Annatto Extract [for Color], Silicon Dioxide [for Anticaking], Mixed Tocopherols [Vitamin E] and Organic Rosemary Extract to Protect Flavor).
