Do healthy frozen food options exist? Frozen food is known to be loaded with high levels of sodium and excessive calories. Some brands are better than others and we did some research to find them. These options are on the healthier side with some nutritional value and ingredients kids will enjoy for quick and easy meals!
Kidfresh (www.kidfresh.com) – Created by a dad for kids. Not only do they pride themselves on their food not containing any artificial ingredients, but their packaging is also BPA and phthalates free. Their classic kids’ meals also come with “hidden veggies.” Here are a few of their many options.
Kidfresh Super Duper Chicken Nuggets™
Whole grain breading, pure white meat and pureed veggies.
Serving Size: 5 nuggets
Servings per Container: 2.5
Sodium: 250mg
Calories: 130
Protein: 12g
Total Fat: 4g
Kidfresh Wagon Wheels Mac + Cheese
Real grated cheddar and mashed up carrots in the cheese sauce.
Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Sodium: 360mg
Calories: 270
Protein: 12g
Total Fat: 9g
Kidfresh Rainbow Rice + Chicken
All natural chicken, whole grain rice blend, colorful veggies.
Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Sodium: 450mg
Calories: 250
Protein: 9g
Total Fat: 2g
Kidfresh Easy Cheesy Ravioli
Real ricotta, smooth tomato sauce, ½ cup hidden veggies.
Serving Size: 1
Servings per Container: 1
Sodium: 280mg
Calories: 190
Protein: 9g
Total Fat: 3g
Peas of Mind (www.peasofmind.com) – Each meal contains a high serving of veggies with options to fit everyone needs, such as gluten free, vegan, dairy free, GMO free, soy and even fat free. You can feel guilt free giving your child this quick and easy meal.
Peas of Mind Garden Grown Nuggets™
Vegetarian, gluten free, GMO free, 3 flavors.
Serving Size: 5 nuggets
Servings per Container: 3
Sodium: 320mg
Calories: 150
Protein: 8g
Total Fat: 4-6g
Peas of Mind Pull-A-Parts™
1 Serving of veggies, vegetarian, 2 flavors.
Serving Size: 90-92 grams
Servings per Container: 2
Sodium: 390-430mg
Calories: 170
Protein: 7-8g
Total Fat: 2.5-3g
Peas of Mind Veggie Wedges®
French fries made from veggies, vegan, gluten/dairy/fat free.
Serving Size: 57 grams
Servings per Container: 6
Sodium: 50-80g
Calories: 70
Protein: 1-2g
Total Fat: 0g
Peas of Mind Peas of Pie®
Veggie crust, 1.5 serving of veggies, 50% less fat than leading brands.
Serving Size: 109-113 grams
Servings per Container: 3
Sodium: 510-630mg
Calories: 240-260
Protein: 11-13g
Total Fat: 5-8g
Amy’s (www.amys.com) – This brand has tons of meals for everyone. They have everything from pizza to burritos to kids’ meals. Amy’s is all vegetarian and made with organic ingredients. Although some of their products contain higher amounts of sodium and/or fat, the kids’ meals incorporate fruits and veggies and all products try to stay away from MSG and preservatives.
Amy’s Kids Baked Ziti Meal
Gluten free, vegan, dairy free, organic rice noodles.
Serving Size: 8.0 oz.
Servings per Container: 1
Sodium: 460mg
Calories: 360
Protein: 7g
Total Fat: 12g
Amy’s Kids Rice Mac n’ Cheese Meal
Rice macaroni, organic broccoli, no added MSG or preservatives.
Serving Size: 8.0 oz.
Servings Per Container: 1
Sodium: 510mg
Calories: 390
Protein: 12g
Total Fat: 13g
Amy’s Cheese Pizza
Organic tomatoes and flour, soy and tree nut free.
Serving Size: 4.33 oz.
Servings per Container: 3
Sodium: 590mg
Calories: 290
Protein: 12g
Total Fat: 12g
Healthy Choice (www.healthychoice.com) – This healthier frozen food company has created meals with real, delicious ingredients that contain less sodium, calories and saturated fat than typical frozen food brands. They’ve also come out with a line of delicious, healthier dessert options that even kids will love!
Healthy Choice Dark Fudge Swirl Greek Frozen Yogurt
Creamy frozen yogurt and decadent fudge.
Serving Size: 1 container
Servings per Container: 3
Sodium: 45mg
Calories: 100
Protein: 4g
Total Fat: 2g
Sugar: 11g
Healthy Choice Fudge Bars
Low fat, creamy, no added sugar.
Serving Size: 1 bar
Servings per Container: 6
Sodium: 65mg
Calories: 80
Total Fat: 1.5g
Sugar: 4g
