
Green Giant Broccoli & Cheese Sauce 10 oz
What You Should Know
Green Giant Broccoli & Cheese Sauce (branded as a 10 oz-style convenience side in a 12 oz package) is a ready-to-serve vegetable side that reads like a modern comfort-food shortcut. Store placement: you’ll most often find it in the refrigerated prepared sides aisle near steamable vegetables, microwavable sides, and jarred cheese sauces — sometimes alongside canned or frozen broccoli for comparison. Occasions: it’s aimed at quick weeknight dinners, potluck additions, and lazy weekend sides for when you want vegetables but little prep. Brand positioning: Green Giant trades on nostalgia and trust, pairing a heritage produce name with approachable, family-friendly marketing that targets busy parents and value-minded shoppers who want “something green” without cooking. Label characteristics: packaging leans on wholesome imagery of broccoli and cheese, clean fonts, and may include “natural” ingredient cues (e.g., real cheese) but lacks organic certification; the front label implies convenience and family appeal rather than health halo specifics. Processing context: this is a convenience product with several processed and industrial ingredients (modified starches, protein concentrates, gums and stabilizers) used to create a stable, shelf-ready sauce. Sensory details: expect tender broccoli florets suspended in a smooth, slightly glossy cheese sauce that reheats easily in a microwave or stovetop; texture is creamy with a mild tang and a salty finish. Packaging is a small jar or plastic tub meant for single-family use; the ritual is simple — heat, spoon onto plates, and serve as an easy vegetable side to mashed potatoes, pasta, or as a topping for baked potatoes.
Nutrition Facts
Ingredients
Broccoli,, Water,, Whey,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Salt,, Soybean, Oil,, Ricotta, Cheese, (Whey,, Milkfat,, Lactic, Acid,, Salt),, Cheddar, Cheese, (Cultured, Milk,, Salt,, Enzymes),, Whey, Protein, Concentrate,, Natural, Flavors,, Ultra, Filtered, Skim, Milk,, Xanthan, Gum,, Sodium, Alginate,, Lactic, Acid,, Bakers, Yeast, Extract,, Extractives, of, Annatto, and, Paprika, (Color)..
Flagged Ingredients:
- •Soybean Oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
Dietary Labels
Ultra-Processing Assessment
Ultra-Processed
Why this score?
Contains multiple industrial ingredients and additives (modified corn starch, whey protein concentrate, gums, stabilizers, natural flavors, and refined oils) and is formulated as a ready-to-heat convenience product, consistent with ultra-processed classification.
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Common Questions about Green Giant Broccoli & Cheese Sauce 10 oz
The Broccoli & Cheese Sauce can be a convenient way to sneak in some veggies, offering 2 grams of fiber and a modest amount of calcium. At just 45 calories per serving, it’s a low-calorie option, especially when you’re craving a creamy side. However, keep in mind that it’s not high in protein or fiber, so pairing it with a more substantial protein source can make for a balanced meal.
