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Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Little Family Pack
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Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Little Family Pack

Dr. Praeger's
20 oz
Available at Foodtown
130
Calories
3g
Protein
2g
Sugars
290mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Little Family Pack (20 oz) reads like a convenient freezer-aisle solution for busy households that want a vegetable-forward side or quick meatless meal. You'd typically find it in the frozen foods section near other vegetable-based patties, veggie burgers, frozen vegetables and family-sized appetizers, often shelved close to plant-based offerings and kid-friendly frozen items. The product fits weeknight dinners, back-to-school lunch prep, meal-prep Sundays and casual movie nights — any shopping trip where quick reheating and portion control matter. Brand positioning leans into health-conscious, family-oriented marketing: Dr. Praeger's projects a “real ingredients” and parent-trusted vibe that appeals to flexitarians, time-pressed parents, and shoppers seeking simple, veggie-forward convenience. The packaging and name (“Little Family Pack”) signal kid-friendly portions and sharing. Label characteristics commonly create a health halo through an emphasis on recognizable ingredients (broccoli, potatoes, egg whites) and short ingredient lists; based on the provided information there is no organic certification noted. Processing context: this is a prepared, frozen product made from whole-food ingredients combined and formed into patties — processed but not heavily chemically modified. Sensory details: expect a lightly crisped exterior when pan‑fried or baked, tender broccoli-and-potato crumb interior, mild savory notes from onion and garlic, and a neutral oil finish; textures balance bite-sized crispness with soft vegetable body. Packaging is usually a sealed family bag or box designed for freezer storage; ritual use is quick heating in oven or skillet, plating as a side, sandwich filler or kid-friendly finger food. Nutrition cues (about 130 kcal per serving, 290 mg sodium, 2 g sugars) support its role as a moderate-calorie convenience vegetable item.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 5
Servings per Container: 7
Calories130
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Sodium290mg13%
Total Carbohydrate13g5%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Protein3g
* 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

Broccoli,, Potatoes,, Onions,, Potato, Flakes,, Expeller, Pressed, Canola, Oil, and/or, Sunflower, Oil,, Egg, Whites,, Contains, Less, than, 2%, of, Arrowroot, Powder,, Sea, Salt,, Garlic..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole ingredients (broccoli, potatoes, egg whites) combined and formed into a frozen ready-to-heat product with added oil and potato flakes, it is a processed convenience food rather than an unprocessed whole food or a highly industrially formulated ultra-processed product.

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Common Questions about Dr. Praeger's Broccoli Little Family Pack

The Broccoli Little Family Pack can be a healthy choice, especially if you're looking for a vegetable-forward option that’s easy to prepare. At 130 calories per serving, it offers a decent amount of fiber and protein for a snack or side dish. However, it’s important to consider what 'healthy' means for you — it’s not a superfood, but it’s certainly a step up from chips!

Perfect For

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back-to-school
movie-night

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