Taste Test Tuesday - Smart Ones Chicken Enchiladas Monterey Frozen Entree
I've told you before I'm not a frozen entree person but I try to sample various options occasionally so I have something to say when people ask me to recommend certain frozen entree brands. Hey, it happens!
This time I was drawn to try one of the Weight Watchers Smart Ones Bistro Selections. That whole "Bistro Selections" thing (written in black and gold on the package) gives you the impression that this isn't going to taste like frozen entrees usually taste - that it's a cut or two above. Couple that with the "Guess Who Tastes Better Than Ever?" written on the box and suffice it to say I was curious. Plus I liked that it had some vitamin A and C, calcium and 5 grams of fiber.
From the picture on the box, at first glance, it looks like two regular chicken enchiladas with a mound of Spanish rice. And you are thinking, "That's definitely a meal." At closer inspection, once you remove the tray from the box, you see it is two mini chicken enchiladas with a small scoop of rice.
This can still work as a meal; you just need to add some fruits and vegetables to it. Eat some sliced apples and maybe some baby carrots with the entree.
How did it taste?
It was better than I expected from a frozen entree but not as good as your favorite Mexican restaurant. All the textures were appetizing and it was spicy enough to get this taster's sinus's running.
What's the nutrition breakdown?
Each entree contains 310 calories, 12 grams protein, 41 grams carbohydrate, 10 grams fat, 3 grams saturated fat (0 trans fat), 3 grams polyunsaturated fat, 2.5 grams monounsaturated fat, 25 mg cholesterol, 5 grams fiber, and 730 mg sodium. Calories from fat: 29 percent.
What about Vitamins and Minerals?
Each entree contributes 30% of the Daily Value for vitamin A, 25% for vitamin C, 15% for calcium and 8% for iron.
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This time I was drawn to try one of the Weight Watchers Smart Ones Bistro Selections. That whole "Bistro Selections" thing (written in black and gold on the package) gives you the impression that this isn't going to taste like frozen entrees usually taste - that it's a cut or two above. Couple that with the "Guess Who Tastes Better Than Ever?" written on the box and suffice it to say I was curious. Plus I liked that it had some vitamin A and C, calcium and 5 grams of fiber.
From the picture on the box, at first glance, it looks like two regular chicken enchiladas with a mound of Spanish rice. And you are thinking, "That's definitely a meal." At closer inspection, once you remove the tray from the box, you see it is two mini chicken enchiladas with a small scoop of rice.
This can still work as a meal; you just need to add some fruits and vegetables to it. Eat some sliced apples and maybe some baby carrots with the entree.
How did it taste?
It was better than I expected from a frozen entree but not as good as your favorite Mexican restaurant. All the textures were appetizing and it was spicy enough to get this taster's sinus's running.
What's the nutrition breakdown?
Each entree contains 310 calories, 12 grams protein, 41 grams carbohydrate, 10 grams fat, 3 grams saturated fat (0 trans fat), 3 grams polyunsaturated fat, 2.5 grams monounsaturated fat, 25 mg cholesterol, 5 grams fiber, and 730 mg sodium. Calories from fat: 29 percent.
What about Vitamins and Minerals?
Each entree contributes 30% of the Daily Value for vitamin A, 25% for vitamin C, 15% for calcium and 8% for iron.
Related Topics:
Technorati Tags: Weight Watchers, frozen entree, diet, nutrition, Taste Test Tuesday
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3 Comments:
Amy's Organic are the better choice. They are tastier and comparable in calories.
I agree Amy's Organic are much better. If you buy the black bean enchiladas w/o cheese, they are just as healthy.
Trader Joe's makes vegetarian enchiladas that have fewer calories and taste really good.
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