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Delicious Fresh Pierogi Inc. Potato and Spinach
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Delicious Fresh Pierogi Inc. Potato and Spinach

Delicious Fresh Pierogi Inc.
13 oz
Available at Foodtown
250
Calories
6g
Protein
200mg
Sodium
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Delicious Fresh Pierogi Inc. Potato and Spinach presents itself as a family-style frozen comfort food with an old-country twist. You'd typically find this 13 oz bag in the supermarket freezer aisle near other ready-to-heat dumplings, ravioli and refrigerated ethnic specialties — shelved beside pierogi varieties, gnocchi and frozen potato products. The label leans into a homey identity: “Family owned and operated Since 1991,” a clear no-egg claim, and a website URL, with photographic artwork hinting at golden, pan-fried dumplings. It’s positioned for shoppers looking for quick weeknight dinners, weekend brunch shortcuts, or easy contributions to potlucks and game-day spreads; it appeals to multi-generational households and cooks wanting a nostalgic, Eastern European-inspired side dish without making dough from scratch. The packaging is a scored plastic bag that moves from freezer to pan or pot, and ritual use often involves boiling then pan-frying for crisp edges, served with sour cream or caramelized onions. Texturally the pierogi promise a pillowy dough exterior giving to a creamy mashed potato center studded with flecks of spinach and onion; pan-seared versions add a crunchy, buttery edge. Label characteristics create mild health halos — “fresh” in the brand name and the family-owned story — but there is no organic or clean-label certification visible. In processing context, this product contains industrial additives and emulsifiers used to stabilize texture and shelf life, so while marketed as a homestyle convenience, it is manufactured rather than hand-made. Overall it sits at the intersection of convenience and tradition in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 123.0 g
Servings per Container: 3
Calories250
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat2g10%
Sodium200mg9%
Total Carbohydrate0g0%
Protein6g
* 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

Water,, Potato,, Mashed, Granules, (Potatoes,, Calcium, Stearoyl, Lactylate,, Monoglycerides,, preservatives, [Disodium, Dihydrogen, Pyrophosphate,, Sodium, Bisulfite,, BHT,, Vitamin, C]),, Flour,, Spinach,, Onion,, Soy, Oil,, Salt,, Pepper..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Soy Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • Monoglycerides - Processed emulsifier
  • Disodium Dihydrogen Pyrophosphate - Synthetic preservative
  • Sodium Bisulfite - Synthetic preservative
  • BHT - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial additives (emulsifiers, preservatives, BHT) and formulated mashed granules alongside refined flour, indicating significant industrial processing consistent with ultraprocessed foods (NOVA 4).

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Common Questions about Delicious Fresh Pierogi Inc. Potato and Spinach

The Potato and Spinach pierogi can be a tasty addition to your meal rotation, but whether it's 'healthy' really depends on your personal dietary goals. With 250 calories and 6g of protein per serving, it's a solid choice for a quick meal, but it’s not packed with fiber or micronutrients. Think of it as comfort food rather than a health food, and enjoy it in moderation!

Perfect For

weekend-brunch
game-day-prep
meal-prep-sunday

Vibe:

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