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Scott & Jons Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Bowl
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Scott & Jons Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Bowl

Scott & Jon's
9.60 oz
Available at Foodtown
290
Calories
22g
Protein
4g
Sugars
630mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
46
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Scott & Jon's Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Bowl is a single-serve, ready-to-heat meal pitched at the grab-and-go corner of American supermarkets. You'd typically find it in the refrigerated prepared meals section or stacked with other microwavable bowls and frozen entrees near the deli and ready-to-eat refrigerated cases, often adjacent to other pasta bowls, mac-and-cheese varieties, and heat-and-eat seafood options. It reads like a quick solution for busy weeknights, solo dinners, college students, and parents looking for a fast comforting meal after work. The brand positioning skews practical and value-oriented—an everyman convenience brand that emphasizes 'real' ingredients like shrimp, cultured cream, and parmesan to feel familiar and slightly upscale without premium price. Labels often carry subtle health halos such as "made with real cheese" or protein-forward claims, plus mentions of simple-sounding dairy ingredients; there is no organic certification and no explicit kid-branded characters. Processing context is understated: components are pre-cooked and assembled with stabilizers and thickeners so the bowl just needs heating. Sensory details lean toward a creamy, garlicky aroma with a silky, slightly viscous Alfredo sauce (xanthan gum and starch add body), tender pre-cooked pasta, bite-sized shrimp and soft broccoli florets; textures are smooth sauce, springy pasta, and occasional vegetable chew. Packaged in a microwavable plastic bowl with a peel-back film lid, it's designed for a short heat-and-eat ritual—heat, stir, and eat from the container—appealing to those who want minimal prep and cleanup for a comforting, indulgent weeknight or quick lunchtime treat.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0
Servings per Container: 1
Calories290
% Daily Value*
Total Fat5g6%
Saturated Fat3g15%
Cholesterol80mg27%
Sodium630mg27%
Total Carbohydrate37g13%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars4g
Protein22g
* 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

Cooked, Pasta, (Water,, Durum, Wheat, Semolina),, Shrimp,, Cultured, Cream,, Broccoli,, Water,, Parmesan, Cheese, (Pasteurized, Part, Skim, Cow's, Milk,, Cheese, Culture,, Salt,, and, Enzymes),, Nonfat, Dry, Milk,, Salt,, Sodium, Citrate,, Sodium, Carbonate,, Corn, Starch,, Granulated, Garlic,, Parsley,, Black, Pepper,, Natural, Flavor,, Buttermilk, Solids,, Milk, Solids,, Xanthan, Gum..

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?

The product contains many industrially processed ingredients and additives (stabilizers, emulsifiers, 'natural flavor', powdered dairy solids) and is a pre-cooked, ready-to-heat packaged meal, consistent with NOVA group 4 ultraprocessed foods.

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Common Questions about Scott & Jons Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Bowl

The Shrimp Alfredo Pasta Bowl has a decent amount of protein at 22g per serving, which can be great for muscle repair and keeping you full. However, it’s not exactly a powerhouse of veggies or fiber, so consider pairing it with a side salad or some steamed greens for a more balanced meal.

Perfect For

back-to-school
weeknight-dinner
movie-night

Vibe:

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