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Buitoni Spinach & Ricoota Ravioli 20oz Family Size
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Buitoni Spinach & Ricoota Ravioli 20oz Family Size

Buitoni
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
270
Calories
13g
Protein
1g
Sugars
510mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
87
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Buitoni Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli (20 oz Family Size) sits in the refrigerated prepared pasta aisle of a typical American supermarket, usually on chilled shelving near other fresh pastas, filled pastas (tortellini, gnocchi), and ready-made sauces. You might also find it adjacent to refrigerated sauces, pesto tubs, and sometimes near deli cheeses. It reads as an easy weeknight centerpiece for family dinners or a convenient option for a casual weekend meal when you want a quick Italian-style dinner without making pasta from scratch. The brand projects an Italian-American, family-oriented positioning — familiar, mid-market, leaning on heritage cues and simple comfort food appeal — aimed at busy households who want a “homemade” feel with minimal fuss. Packaging often emphasizes “Family Size,” appetizing photos of the spinach-and-ricotta filling, and calls out real cheeses; it is not presented as organic, and there are no prominent health-claim badges beyond implied freshness and traditional ingredients. In plain processing terms, this is a commercially made fresh pasta product: dough is mixed, filled, shaped, and chilled/packaged in a factory rather than home-prepared. Sensory expectations include tender, slightly chewy pasta pockets that give way to a creamy ricotta-spinach interior with melty low-moisture mozzarella and grated Parmesan notes; subtle nutmeg and salt round the flavor. Typical packaging is a cardboard sleeve over a plastic-sealed tray or bag for chilled display. The ritual is straightforward — simmer or sauté briefly, dress with tomato sauce, butter-sage, or olive oil, and serve family-style — evoking a quick, comforting Italian meal shared at the table.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 5
Calories270
% Daily Value*
Total Fat9g12%
Saturated Fat5g25%
Cholesterol55mg18%
Sodium510mg22%
Total Carbohydrate35g13%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
Protein13g
* 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

Filling:, Ricotta, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Milk,, Pasteurized, Whey,, Vinegar,, Salt),, Spinach,, Low, Moisture, Mozzarella, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Parmesan, Cheese, (Part-Skim, Cow's, Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Fontina, Cheese, (Milk,, Cheese, Cultures,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Salt,, Potato, Starch,, Potato, Flakes,, Dried, Citrus, Pulp,, Breadcrumbs, (Enriched, Flour, [Wheat, Flour,, Malted, Barley, Flour,, Niacin,, Reduced, Iron,, Thiamin, Mononitrate,, Riboflavin,, Folic, Acid];, Contains, 2%, or, Less, of, the, Following:, Sunflower, Oil,, Sugar,, Salt,, Instant, Dry, Yeast),, Sugar,, Nutmeg., Dough:, Wheat, Flour,, Durum, Wheat, Semolina,, Eggs,, Water,, Salt,, Beta, Carotene, Color..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • 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 not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

The product is a commercially prepared filled pasta made from recognizable ingredients (cheeses, spinach, flour, eggs) with added starches and a colorant; it is more processed than whole foods but lacks the extensive industrial additives and formulations typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Buitoni Spinach & Ricoota Ravioli 20oz Family Size

The Spinach & Ricotta Ravioli can be a nutritious option depending on your dietary needs. With 13 grams of protein per serving, it’s a decent choice for a quick meal, especially when paired with a salad or some veggies. Just remember, 'healthy' is subjective — it’s about balance and what fits into your overall diet.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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