Frozen meals
4,952 products · 808 brands
USDA's branded food database lists 4,952 frozen meals products from 808 brands; the median has 133 calories, 1.9 g of sugars, 6.5 g of protein and 296 mg of sodium per 100 g. The most common serving is 255 g (335 labels).
Data: USDA FoodData Central, April 30, 2026 release.
The leader on each nutrient
There is no single healthiest frozen meals product in the data: each nutrient has its own leader, per 100 g (in single-serve aisles, "most" rankings go by the serving as sold). Each row opens its full ranking.
| Ranking | Product | Its value |
|---|---|---|
| Most protein | John Soules Foods Chicken Fajitas, 16 Oz (John Soules Foods) | 22.6 g per 100 g |
| Least sugar | Sausage Cream Sauce with Orecchiette Pasta (Seviroli) | 0.3 g per 100 g |
| Least sodium | 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegetable Lasagna (365 Everyday Value)One of 2 products at this value; the tie is broken by more protein. | 70 mg per 100 g |
| Fewest calories | Shrimp Wonton Soup (S&p)One of 5 products at this value; the tie is broken by more protein. | 47 calories per 100 g |
| Most fiber | Chana Masala (Vijs)One of 4 products at this value; the tie is broken by fewer calories. | 7.1 g per 100 g |
| Fewest net carbs | Red Chile Pork " Carne Adovada" (The Authentic New Mexican) | 0.5 g per 100 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central branded foods, April 30, 2026 release; 4,952 products, one per UPC.
How frozen meals products are spread
Half of all frozen meals products have between 1.2 g and 3.1 g of sugars per 100 g
| Per 100 g | Lowest quarter up to | Median | Highest quarter from |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 109 | 133 | 175 |
| Sugars | 1.2 g | 1.9 g | 3.1 g |
| Protein | 5.0 g | 6.5 g | 8.2 g |
| Sodium | 231 mg | 296 mg | 381 mg |
| Fiber | 0.8 g | 1.2 g | 1.8 g |
| Saturated fat | 0.7 g | 1.6 g | 2.9 g |
Source: USDA FoodData Central branded foods, April 30, 2026 release; quartiles computed by GetFoodFacts.
How many are at or under FDA's claim lines, per labeled serving
| FDA threshold (per labeled serving) | Products | Share |
|---|---|---|
| "Low calorie": 40 calories or less per serving* | 1,707 of 4,952 | 34% |
| "High in fiber": 5.6 g or more per serving | 672 of 4,943 | 14% |
| "High in protein": 10 g or more per serving | 3,795 of 4,939 | 77% |
| "Low sodium": 140 mg or less per serving* | 250 of 4,949 | 5% |
| "Sugar free": less than 0.5 g per serving | 219 of 4,947 | 4% |
Source: 21 CFR 101.54, 101.60 and 101.61 (ecfr.gov). * Also per 50 g when a serving is 30 g or less; a product in a meal or entree category with a serving of 6 oz or more stands in for FDA's meal and main-dish products and is tested per 100 g: 140 mg of sodium, 120 calories (101.61(b)(5), 101.60(b)(3)). Counted per labeled serving, which since 2016 follows FDA's reference amounts for most products; the counts are not findings that any label complies; the protein line is before FDA's protein-quality correction (fda.gov).
Brands with the most frozen meals products
| Brand | Products |
|---|---|
| Stouffer's | 188 |
| Amy's | 146 |
| Michelina's | 131 |
| Great Value | 125 |
| Lean Cuisine | 115 |
| Signature Select | 104 |
| Birds Eye | 92 |
| Healthy Choice | 87 |
Every frozen meals product, A to Z
- Sausage & Cheese OmeletsEgg-land's Best · 207 calories per 100 g
- Sausage, Egg & Cheese Casserole BitesJimmy Dean · 226 calories per 100 g
- "mild Bean and Beef Bean and Beef with Cheese and Mild Roasted Green Chile BurritoMauro's Kitchens · 184 calories per 100 g
- "our Best" Breaded Veal & Beef Patties, 4 Oz, 4 Count"our Best" · 292 calories per 100 g
- "world's Best" Mac & CheeseBeecher's · 213 calories per 100 g
- 100% All Natural Porcini Mushroom ChickenGrainful · 99 calories per 100 g
- 100% Plant Protein Chik'n Plant-based NuggetsMorningstar Farms · 209 calories per 100 g
- 2 Broccoli & Cheddar Cheese Stuffed ChickenReal Good · 225 calories per 100 g
- 2 Cheese ManicottiWeis · 185 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese & Kale Bake BowlsAmy's · 195 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese & Kale Bake Rice Fusilli Pasta, Kale, Tossed with a 3 Cheese Sauce Topped with Breadcrumbs & ParmesanGreat Value · 166 calories per 100 g
- 3 Cheese Light & Lean Penne MarinaraAmy's · 115 calories per 100 g
- 3 Layer Chicken Enchilada Protein BowlsCedarlane · 106 calories per 100 g
- 3-bean & Cheddar Cheese Burrito, 3-bean & Cheddar CheeseArtisan Bistro · 200 calories per 100 g
- 3-cheese Mac Gluten Free Oat Noodles + Smoked Gouda + Vermont White Cheddar + Mild Cheddar Cheese, 3-cheese MacGrainful · 167 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Beef Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 178 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Cheese Enchiladas365 Everyday Value · 161 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegan Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 155 calories per 100 g
- 365 Everyday Value, Organic Vegetable Lasagna365 Everyday Value · 158 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheese Lasagna RollsCelentano · 159 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheese Ravioli PastaRosina · 192 calories per 100 g
- 4 Cheeses Southern Style Cheese & MacUncle Jerry's Cheese & Macaroni · 381 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese & Spinach Made with Ricotta, Mozzarella, Parmesan, Asiago and Romano Cheeses and Spinach in a Delicious Seasoned Tomato Sauce LasagnaBig Y · 137 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Durum Flour Dough with Ricotta, Mozzarella, Pecorino Romano, Asiago & Parmesan Cheeses in a Delicious Marinara Sauce LasagnaBig Y · 145 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Flatbread Unsmoked Provolone Cheese, Gouda Cheese, Fontina Cheese, Mozzarella Cheese, Parmesan Cheese & White Cream Sauce On a Flatbread CrustWhole Foods Market · 305 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese Lasagna Seasoned Tomato Sauce with Cottage Cheese Layered with Lasagna Noodles, Ricotta, Parmesan and Romano Cheeses and Topped with Mozzarella Cheese Family-size Entree@ease · 106 calories per 100 g
- 5 Cheese RavioliPapa Pasquale Ravioli Co., Inc. · 142 calories per 100 g
- 5-cheese Tender Pipette Rigate Pasta with a Crispy Panko Bread Crumb Topping Mac & Cheese, 5-cheeseGreat Value · 180 calories per 100 g
- 6 Beef EnchiladasThe Authentic New Mexican · 176 calories per 100 g
- A Rich Blend of Ricotta, Mozzarella, Asiago, Parmesan, and Romano Cheeses, with a Chunky Tomato Sauce, Five Cheese LasagnaSignature Select · 128 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Linguine Pasta, Broccoli, Red Bell Peppers, Mushrooms and a Creamy Alfredo Sauce with ShrimpGourmet Dining · 108 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Rotini Pasta, Broccoli, Carrots and a Creamy Garlic Sauce with Shrimp, Shrimp ScampiGourmet Dining · 98 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of Rotini Pasta, Broccoli, Carrots and a Creamy Garlic Sauce with White Chicken MeatGourmet Dining · 100 calories per 100 g
- A Select Blend of White Rice, Sugar Snap Peas, Carrots, Onions, Egg and a Gourmet Teriyaki Sauce with Shrimp, Shrimp Fried RiceGourmet Dining · 103 calories per 100 g
- A Stew of Young Jackfruit, Carrot, Peas, Potato & Tomato Over a Grain Medley CarnitasPlant Made · 99 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken Pulled Chicken Breast with Pinto Beans & Vegetables, Roasted Pepitas and Guajillo Chili Sauce Rolled in a Flour Tortilla WrapHealthy Choice · 194 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken Pulled Chicken Breast with Vegetables Served On Top of Brown & Red Rice, Red Quinoa and Black Barley with a Guajillo Chili Sauce Topped with Roasted Pepitas Power BowlsHealthy Choice · 120 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Chicken with Rice BowlOpen Nature · 119 calories per 100 g
- Adobo Salmon with Black Beans & RiceStarboard · 149 calories per 100 g
- Aged Asiago Freshly Made Hand-layered Pasta with Asiago, Creamy Ricotta & Mozzarella Cheese & a Hearty Tomato Meat Sauce LasagnaStouffer's · 124 calories per 100 g
- Ajinomoto, Bbq Seasoned Beef with Vegetable On Sticky RiceAjinomoto · 203 calories per 100 g
- Ajinomoto, Gyu Don Tender Beef with Onions Sticky RiceAjinomoto · 212 calories per 100 g
- Al Pastor Slices Flame Broiled PorkOpaa! · 190 calories per 100 g
- Alaskan Salmon CakeArtisan Bistro · 130 calories per 100 g
- Alaskan Salmon, Miso GlazedArtisan Bistro · 85 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Chicken White Meat Chicken with Pasta in An Alfredo Cheese Sauce with Broccoli, Carrots and PeasBirds Eye · 105 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Chicken White Meat Chicken, Zucchini-lentil Penne, Broccoli, Carrots & Peas in SauceBirds Eye · 108 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Fettuccine & Grilled Chicken PastaBuona · 194 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Green Chile ShrimpWild Side · 144 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Penne & Vegetables Penne with Peas, Red Bell Peppers, and Corn in An Alfredo SauceBirds Eye · 118 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Shrimp SauteAqua Star · 106 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo Wild Caught ShrimpFreshie · 201 calories per 100 g
- Alfredo with Bacon & Sausage Lasagna Layered with Mozzarella & Ricotta Cheeses, Applewood Smoked Bacon and Italian Sausage in a Rich & Creamy Alfredo SauceDevour · 186 calories per 100 g
- All American Chicken Breast Nuggets Breaded White Meat Chicken Patties, Corn, Pasta & Cheese Sauce, Chocolate Chip CookiesKid Cuisine · 172 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Cauliflower & Pea CurryPath of Life · 77 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Chicken Noodles CaserollsBlake's · 141 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Entrees, Tomato Basil PenneHealthy Choice · 99 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Italian Sausage LasagnaSimek's · 135 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Meat & Sauce LasagnaSimek's · 135 calories per 100 g
- All Natural Vegetable LasagnaSimek's · 144 calories per 100 g
Source: USDA FoodData Central branded foods, April 30, 2026 release.
Sources for this page
- USDA FoodData Central
- the food and product records, April 30, 2026 release. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- FoodData Central documentation
- what each data type is and how branded records are submitted. fdc.nal.usda.gov
- 21 CFR 101.9, Nutrition labeling of food
- the label format, rounding and Daily Values. ecfr.gov
- 21 CFR 101 subpart D, Nutrient content claims
- the thresholds for "low sodium", "sugar free", "high in". ecfr.gov
- FDA, How to Understand and Use the Nutrition Facts Label
- the 5% and 20% Daily Value rule. fda.gov