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Green Giant Creamed Spinach
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Green Giant Creamed Spinach

Green Giant
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
80
Calories
4g
Protein
5g
Sugars
450mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
25
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Green Giant Creamed Spinach is a frozen, microwavable side that sits in the frozen vegetable aisle alongside other Green Giant Simply Steam items, frozen sides, and convenience veg blends. Packaged as an easy-to-stack box containing a single microwavable pouch, it is the kind of product you reach for near frozen casseroles, prepared potato sides, and dinner shortcuts. This product is pitched at busy families and cooks who want a quick vegetable side that still feels comforting and familiar; Green Giant trades on a heritage vegetable brand image, approachable marketing, and messaging that balances convenience with a nod to naturalness. Labels emphasize wholesome cues such as steamed vegetables and a no-artificial-flavors-or-preservatives claim, though the pack is not organic and includes industrial ingredients. In plain terms, this is a ready-made creamed vegetable: chopped spinach in a smooth cream sauce delivered in a heat-and-serve pouch, made with dairy derivatives, modified starches, and flavor systems to stabilize texture and shelf life. Sensory notes include a silky, slightly saucy mouthfeel, tender chopped leaf pieces, a buttery and savory aroma with onion and garlic undertones, and a warm, creamy finish; it reheats quickly in the microwave and is typically spooned onto a plate as a side for weeknight meals, holiday dinners, or brunch spreads. The ritual is simple and practical — tear the pouch, microwave, steam-release, and serve — making it a familiar convenience staple in American grocery culture where speed and a vegetable-forward appearance are prized.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.67 cup
Servings per Container: 1.5
Calories80
% Daily Value*
Total Fat2.5g3%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Cholesterol5mg2%
Sodium450mg20%
Total Carbohydrate11g4%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars5g
Added Sugars3g6%
Protein4g
* 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,, Water,, Modified, Whey,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Butter, (Cream,, Natural, Flavor),, Nonfat, Milk,, Buttermilk,, Salt,, Cream,, Maltodextrin,, Onion, Powder,, Natural, Flavor,, Garlic, Powder,, Sodium, Caseinate..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Modified Corn Starch - Processed emulsifier
No Emulsifier

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients and additives such as modified whey, modified corn starch, maltodextrin, natural flavors, and is sold as a ready-to-heat frozen pouch, indicating ultraprocessed status under NOVA.

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Common Questions about Green Giant Creamed Spinach

The creamed spinach can be a part of a balanced diet, especially if you're looking for a quick and easy veggie side. With 80 calories per serving and 2 grams of fiber, it offers some nutritional benefits, but it does have added sugars and sodium, so it’s best enjoyed in moderation, especially if you’re watching your salt intake.

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Vibe:

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