Better Choice
Recipes designated as "Better Choice" provide simple yet nutritious options for your family. These recipes meet the following criteria, based on guidelines from the USDA 2015 – 2020 Dietary Guidelines for Americans:
| Meal* | Entrée | Side Item | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 750 or less | 500 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 800mg or less | 600mg or less | 360mg or less |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g or more | - | 2g or more |
| Appetizer/Snack | Dessert | Beverages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 200 or less | 250 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 240mg or less | 360mg or less | - |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g or more | - | - |
| Sugars | 18g or less | 22g or less | 18g or less |
* A meal includes a serving of meat, poultry, or seafood and a serving of a starch and a fruit or vegetable and uses 2,000 calories per day as a reference level. You may need more or less depending on your individual needs.
Heart Smart
Recipes designated “Heart Smart” are developed with your heart health in mind. These recipes meet the following criteria, based on guidelines from the American Heart Association:
| Meal* | Entrée | Side Item | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 750 or less | 500 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 800mg or less | 600mg or less | 360mg or less |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g or more | - | 2g or more |
| Appetizer/Snack | Dessert | Beverages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 200 or less | 250 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 6% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 240mg or less | 360mg or less | - |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g or more | - | - |
| Sugars | 18g or less | 22g or less | 18g or less |
* A meal includes a serving of meat, poultry, or seafood and a serving of a starch and a fruit or vegetable and uses 2,000 calories per day as a reference level. You may need more or less depending on your individual needs.
Carb Smart
Recipes designated as “Carb Smart” recipes supplement your diabetic lifestyle. These recipes meet the following criteria, based on guidelines from the American Diabetes Association, the USDA 2015 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, and the American Heart Association:
| Meal* | Entrée | Side Item | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 750 or less | 500 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 800mg or less | 600mg or less | 360mg or less |
| CHO | 60g or less | 45g or less | 30g or less |
| Dietary Fiber | 3g or more | - | 2g or more |
| Appetizer/Snack | Dessert | Beverages | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories (kcal) | 200 or less | 250 or less | 200 or less |
| % of Calories | from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
from Total Fat: 35% or less from Saturated Fat: 10% or less |
| Trans Fat (g) | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Sodium (mg) | 240mg or less | 360mg or less | - |
| CHO | 30g or less | 30g or less | 30g or less |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g or more | - | - |
| Sugars | 18g or less | 22g or less | 18g or less |
* A meal includes a serving of meat, poultry, or seafood and a serving of a starch and a fruit or vegetable and uses 2,000 calories per day as a reference level. You may need more or less depending on your individual needs.
Gluten-Free
Recipes designated as "Gluten-Free" are made with ingredients that are naturally gluten free and/or packaged products that are labeled gluten free by their manufacturer.
Special care is necessary when checking product ingredient lists since gluten is found in many foods. Unless specifically labeled gluten free you must take special care, and must be aware of the risk of cross-contamination.
Because the products in these recipes were evaluated using manufacturer-provided nutrition information, and product formulations can change at any time, Publix cannot guarantee the accuracy of the nutrition information. Customers are encouraged to read the product labels to obtain the most accurate nutrition information. Any concerns regarding the gluten status of a product should be confirmed by contacting the manufacturer.
Lacto-ovo-Vegetarian
Recipes designated as “Lacto-ovo-Vegetarian“ refers to a vegetarian whose diet includes dairy products, eggs, vegetables, fruits, grains, and nuts.
Kosher-Adaptable
Recipes designated as "Kosher-Adaptable" can be made kosher with minimal changes that maintain the separation of meat and dairy. (For example, replacing butter with margarine.)
Better Choice, Heart Smart, Carb Smart, Lacto-ovo Vegetarian, and Gluten Free designated recipes are not meant to provide dietary advice. See your physician and/or registered dietitian for a personalized meal plan.