Lean Cuisine
Is Lean Cuisine Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls healthy?
Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls
Longevity Score
62/100
Food Integrity Score
52/100
Limit When Possible
Mixed or weaker nutrition and ingredient signals suggest looking for better options when you can.
Quick answer
Limit When Possible
Lean Cuisine creamy tomato vodka pasta cauli' bowls is rated limit when possible overall, with a Longevity Score of 62 out of 100 and a Food Integrity Score of 52 out of 100. Vegetable-based pasta with tomato and dairy, but refined starches, soybean oil, and high sodium reduce alignment. Strengths include good fiber for a single serving (about 10g), cauliflower and tomato provide vegetable content, and moderate protein for the calorie level, while main considerations include high sodium at about 821mg per serving, multiple refined starches and gums in pasta, and soybean oil and creamy sauce add processing.
Longevity Score 62/100Food Integrity Score 52/100
What helped the score?
- Good fiber for a single serving (about 10g)
- Cauliflower and tomato provide vegetable content
- Moderate protein for the calorie level
What held the score back?
- High sodium at about 821mg per serving
- Multiple refined starches and gums in pasta
- Soybean oil and creamy sauce add processing
Ingredients
Ingredient list
CAULIFLOWER PASTA (WATER, TAPIOCA STARCH, CAULIFLOWER, KONJAC FLOUR, ARROWROOT STARCH, EGGS, SOYBEAN OIL, XANTHAN GUM, CARRAGEENAN), TOMATO PUREE (WATER, TOMATO PASTE), TOMATOES, SKIM MILK, TOMATO JUICE, WATER, 2% OR LESS OF PARMESAN CHEESE (CULTURED MILK, SALT, ENZYMES), BUTTER (CREAM, SALT), MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, VODKA, GARLIC, SOYBEAN OIL, SALT, CREAM, SPICES, CITRIC ACID, CALCIUM CHLORIDE
Formulations can vary — check the package label for the final word.
Key nutrition
Per serving: 255 g (1 Package (255g))
- Calories24012% DV
- Protein7g14% DV
- Total Carbs36g13% DV
- Fiber9.9g36% DV
- Total Fat8g10% DV
- Saturated Fat3.5g17% DV
Source data, GTIN, and Healthy Food Guide analysis details
Product facts
- Product
- Lean Cuisine Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls
- Brand
- Lean Cuisine
- Category
- Prepared Meals (source: Frozen Dinners & Entrees)
- GTIN / UPC
00013800841612- Serving size
- 255 g (1 Package (255g))
- Source data — ingredients
- Ingredient list from product label data (see Sources)
- Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards. See methodology under Sources.
- Data last verified
How this product may fit different goals
The same food can look different depending on what matters most to you. Here is a general preview of how this product may align with several common goals.
Low-Spike Stability
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low-Spike Stability, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Higher net carbs (26.1g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Heart-Healthy Eating
MixedMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Heart-Healthy Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Higher sodium (821.1mg)
This product has 2 additional signals for this goal.
GLP-1 Eating Support
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing GLP-1 Eating Support, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: High fiber (9.9g)
Appetite & Portion Awareness
SupportiveMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Appetite & Portion Awareness, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: High fiber (9.9g)
Athletic Fueling
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Athletic Fueling, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Available carbohydrates (36g)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Workout Recovery
SupportiveAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Workout Recovery, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Recovery carbs (36g)
Strength & Protein Focus
Watch-outsAthletic Performance
For someone prioritizing Strength & Protein Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Lower protein (7g)
Vegetarian
SupportiveDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegetarian, the available data suggest this product may align in helpful ways.
A supportive signal: Plant-food ingredients (Mentions "cauliflower", "tomato". See ingredients for details.)
Vegan
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Vegan, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "butter", "cream". See ingredients for details.)
Plant-Based
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Plant-Based, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Animal-derived ingredients (Mentions "milk", "butter", "cream". See ingredients for details.)
Low-Carb Lifestyle
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low-Carb Lifestyle, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Higher net carbs (26.1g)
Keto-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Keto-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Net carbs above typical keto snack range (26.1g)
Minimally Processed Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Minimally Processed Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "carrageenan". See ingredients for details.)
Whole-Food Focused Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Whole-Food Focused Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "carrageenan". See ingredients for details.)
Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Reduce Ultra-Processed Foods, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Common ultra-processed markers (Mentions "carrageenan". See ingredients for details.)
Mediterranean-Style Eating
MixedDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Mediterranean-Style Eating, the same nutrition and ingredient data show both supportive signals and tradeoffs.
A tradeoff: Higher sodium (821.1mg)
This product has 4 additional signals for this goal.
Paleo-Style Eating
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Paleo-Style Eating, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Grain/legume ingredients (Mentions "flour". See ingredients for details.)
This product has 1 additional signal for this goal.
Healthy Fat Focus
Watch-outsDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Healthy Fat Focus, the analysis identifies considerations that may matter more than the general product score alone.
A consideration: Ingredients often higher in saturated fat (Mentions "butter", "cheese". See ingredients for details.)
Low Sugar Lifestyle
NeutralMetabolic Health
For someone prioritizing Low Sugar Lifestyle, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Pescatarian
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Pescatarian, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
Low Gluten Eating
NeutralDietary Patterns
For someone prioritizing Low Gluten Eating, the available Longevity and Food Integrity data do not show a strong matching signal for this product.
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Common questions about this product
Is Lean Cuisine Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls highly processed?
Food Integrity lists processing level as Highly processed. That reflects formulation and processing signals from the ingredient analysis — not a medical or regulatory classification.
Why are the Longevity and Food Integrity scores different?
Longevity emphasizes nutrition per serving and longer-term dietary alignment. Food Integrity emphasizes ingredients, additives, processing, and label transparency. The same product can score differently on those lenses.
How much fiber is in one serving?
Lean Cuisine Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls shows about 9.94g of fiber per labeled serving in the Longevity nutrition facts.
Does it contain added sugar?
Lean Cuisine Creamy Tomato Vodka Pasta Cauli' Bowls: 5.99g total sugar per serving. Confirm the current package Nutrition Facts and ingredient list.
What helped the Longevity Score?
Key positives called out in the analysis include: Good fiber for a single serving (about 10g); Cauliflower and tomato provide vegetable content; Moderate protein for the calorie level.
What prevented a perfect Longevity Score?
Key concerns noted include: High sodium at about 821mg per serving; Multiple refined starches and gums in pasta; Soybean oil and creamy sauce add processing.
Who might evaluate this product differently?
People prioritizing different goals (for example lower carbs, higher protein, or minimally processed eating) may weigh the same prepared meals differently. Use the goal preview on this page, then personalize in KarbCoach for your priorities.
Source data and Healthy Food Guide analysis
- Public label databases (including USDA FoodData Central and Open Food Facts) — Possible sources for package ingredients and nutrition.
- Healthy Food Guide analysis (Longevity and Food Integrity) — Independent Longevity and Food Integrity scorecards.
- How the Longevity Score is calculated
- How the Food Integrity Score is calculated
- Scoring models: KarbCoach Longevity and Food Integrity.
- Independent analysis. No manufacturer affiliation.
- Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions. Full sources and safety details.
Label accuracy and safety information
Formulations can vary by region, size, and packaging. Check the package label for ingredients, allergens, and nutrition. Not medical advice — do not use this site or the KarbCoach mobile app for allergy or health decisions.
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