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Amy's Burrito, Non-Dairy Beans & Rice
Frozen Foods
📊 NOVA 4🥛 Dairy-Free🌿 Organic

Amy's Burrito, Non-Dairy Beans & Rice

Amy's Kitchen
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
320
Calories
10g
Protein
2g
Sugars
580mg
Sodium
8g
Fiber
45
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Store placement: You'd find Amy's Burrito, Non-Dairy Beans & Rice in the frozen foods aisle, shelved with other frozen burritos, vegetarian entrees, and branded natural/organic frozen meals. It sits near other Amy's offerings, meatless options, and sometimes in a dedicated vegan/organic frozen section. Occasions: This product appeals to quick weeknight dinners, back-to-school lunches for older kids, movie-night convenience, or a simple meal-prep option for busy days. Brand positioning: Amy's Kitchen markets itself as a family-friendly, organic comfort-food brand that targets health-conscious shoppers who want convenience without artificial ingredients; cultural associations include plant-based eating, organic/whole-food values, and “better-for-you” convenience. Label characteristics: Packaging emphasizes certifications and health halos — “Certified Organic,” “Certified Vegan,” “No GMOs,” and allergen notes like “contains wheat” while calling out simple ingredient names. These cues create a natural, minimally-processed impression despite being a prepared frozen meal. Processing context: In plain language, this is a ready-to-heat frozen meal made from organic ingredients but manufactured and packaged for long shelf life and convenience. Sensory details: The burrito is sold in a paperboard box or plastic-wrapped tray and heats to a soft, slightly doughy tortilla around a warm, mashed pinto-bean and rice filling with tomato and bell pepper notes; texture contrasts include creamy beans, tender rice, and occasional chewy wheat gluten pockets. Ritual context: People grab one for a quick solo meal, pop it in the microwave or oven, maybe pair it with salsa or a salad, and eat straight from the foil or plate — a small, comforting routine for busy lifestyles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories320
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium580mg25%
Total Carbohydrate52g19%
Dietary Fiber8g29%
Total Sugars2g
Protein10g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

INGREDIENTS : ORGANIC, PINTO, BEANS,, FILTERED, WATER,, ORGANIC, UNBLEACHED, WHEAT, FLOUR,, ORGANIC, BROWN, RICE,, ORGANIC, WHOLE, WHEAT, FLOUR,, ORGANIC, TOMATO, PURÉE,, EXPELLER, PRESSED, HIGH, OLEIC, SAFFLOWER, AND/OR, SUNFLOWER, OIL,, ORGANIC, ONIONS,, ORGANIC, BELL, PEPPERS,, ORGANIC, SWEET, RICE, FLOUR,, SEA, SALT,, SPICES,, ORGANIC, WHEAT, GLUTEN,, ORGANIC, GARLIC.  CONTAINS, WHEAT ..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • high oleic safflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

This is a ready-to-heat frozen packaged meal formulated with multiple processed ingredients (refined flours, added oils, wheat gluten) and industrial preparation, fitting NOVA group 4 ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Amy's Burrito, Non-Dairy Beans & Rice

The Non-Dairy Beans & Rice burrito can be considered a healthy option, especially if you're looking for a quick meal packed with protein and fiber. With 10 grams of protein and 8 grams of fiber per serving, it’s a filling choice that can keep you satisfied. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people — it's all about how it fits into your overall diet!

Perfect For

back-to-school
movie-night
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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