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Goya Cut Leaf Spinach
International & World Foods
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Goya Cut Leaf Spinach

Goya
16 oz
Available at Foodtown
25
Calories
3g
Protein
1g
Sugars
65mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
1
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Goya Cut Leaf Spinach is the familiar 16-ounce frozen bag you’ll spot in the freezer aisle, tucked beside other frozen greens, mixed vegetables, and the ethnic frozen section where Goya often appears. In a typical supermarket it sits near staples like peas, broccoli florets, and frozen plantains — an easy grab for shoppers building a frugal, health-forward cart. This product shines in quick weeknight dinners, meal-prep Sundays, post-workout smoothies, and weekend brunches where a handful of greens becomes an omelet, sauté, or hearty soup addition. Goya’s brand positioning brings a bilingual, multicultural resonance: known in many American households for Latinx pantry staples, the brand appeals to budget-minded families, home cooks seeking authentic flavors, and anyone who values trusted, long-standing labels. Packaging usually emphasizes simplicity — clear product naming, imagery of spinach leaves, and an uncluttered ingredient list — lending a natural, wholesome halo; it typically lacks overt kid-focused characters or premium organic badges on the standard SKU. Processing-wise, this is minimally handled produce: washed, cut and quick-frozen to lock in nutrients and shelf life rather than heavily transformed. Sensory details are straightforward — the leaves thaw and wilt into a tender, slightly earthy green with a smooth mouthfeel when cooked, and retain a pleasant vegetal aroma; texture varies by use, from silky in smoothies to slightly fibrous in stews. Rituals around the bag are pragmatic: torn open over a pan, stirred into sauces, or measured into blender cups — a reliable, convenient green that anchors many everyday American meals.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 cup
Servings per Container: 5
Calories25
% Daily Value*
Total Fat0g0%
Saturated Fat0g0%
Sodium65mg3%
Total Carbohydrate4g1%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars1g
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

Spinach..

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:1 / 4

Minimally Processed

Why this score?

Contains a single ingredient (spinach) and is simply washed/cut and frozen, so it fits the NOVA classification for unprocessed or minimally processed foods.

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Common Questions about Goya Cut Leaf Spinach

Absolutely! With just 25 calories per cup and packed with vitamins like calcium and iron, it's a nutritious addition to your meals. Just remember, 'healthy' can be subjective — while it may not be a superfood, it definitely beats many processed snacks when it comes to nutrients.

Perfect For

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post-workout
weekend-brunch

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