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Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese by Trader Joe's provides 147 kcal per 100 g, with 2.4 g of sugars and 6.5 g of protein. That is 49% less sugar than the average product in this category. Its Nutri-Score is C and it is classified as NOVA 4 (ultra-processed food). It is listed in the Pasta dishes category and comes in a 12 oz pack. Contains: gluten, milk, mustard.
Nutrient levels per 100 g
Levels use UK front-of-pack reference thresholds.
Nutrition facts
Serving size: 1 cup (170 g)
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving | % DV* | Category avg |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 147 kcal | 250 kcal | 262 −44% | |
| Total fat | 4.7 g | 8 g | 10% | 6.1 −23% |
| Saturated fat | 2.7 g | 4.5 g | 23% | 2.2 +20% |
| Carbohydrates | 22.4 g | 38 g | 14% | 40 −44% |
| Total sugars | 2.4 g | 4 g | 4.6 −49% | |
| Added sugars | 0 g | 0 g | 0% | 0.6 −100% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 2 g | 7% | 2.5 −53% |
| Protein | 6.5 g | 11 g | 22% | 9.6 −32% |
| Salt | 0.7 g | 1.2 g | 1.5 −53% |
*% Daily Value for a serving, based on a 2,000-calorie diet (FDA reference values). Category average across 2207 Pasta dishes products on Foodmetria.
Compared with other pasta dishes
Bar shows the share of products in this category that contain less of the nutrient.
Ingredients
Mezzi Rigatoni Pasta (Semolina, Durum Wheat Flour, Water, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid), Butternut Squash, Bechamel Sauce (Milk [Milk, Skim Milk, Vitamin A Palmitate, Vitamin D3], Unbleached Enriched Flour [Wheat Flour, Malted Barley Flour, Niacin, Reduced Iron, Thiamine Mononitrate, Riboflavin, Folic Acid], Butter [Cream, Salt], White Pepper), Gouda Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Cultures, Salt, Microbial Enzyme, Beta-carotene [Color], Cellulose Powder), Cheddar Cheese (Pasteurized Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Microbial Enzyme, Annatto [Color], Cellulose Powder), Parmesan Cheese (Pasteurized Part Skim Milk, Cheese Culture, Salt, Microbial Enzyme, Cellulose Powder), Salt, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Mustard (Distilled Vinegar, Water, Mustard Seed, Sea Salt, Spices, Turmeric), Nutmeg, Sage, Black Pepper, Thyme, Cayenne Pepper
- Allergens
- GlutenMilkMustard
Additives 1
Overexposure risk is based on EFSA evaluations as recorded by Open Food Facts.
Product details
- Quantity
- 12 oz
- Serving size
- 1 cup (170 g)
- Sold in
- United States
- Barcode
- 00610230
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Recipe & label changes
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September 18, 2026
- Sugars: 1.18 → 2.35
Changes to this product's label data recorded since Foodmetria started tracking it.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese?
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese contains 147 kcal per 100 g and about 250 kcal per serving (1 cup (170 g)).
How much sugar is in Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese?
Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese has 2.4 g of sugars per 100 g, which is considered low by UK front-of-pack guidelines.
Is Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese healthy?
It has a Nutri-Score of C (A is best, E is worst); it is in NOVA group 4 — ultra-processed food. Scores describe nutritional quality and processing, not suitability for your individual diet.
Is Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese vegan?
Based on its ingredient list, it is not vegan.
What allergens does Butternut Squash Mac & Cheese contain?
According to the label data it contains: Gluten, Milk, Mustard. Recipes change — always check the package label.
Source: Open Food Facts (ODbL). Last updated September 18, 2026. Spotted a mistake? Edit this product on Open Food Facts. Not medical advice — always check the package label.
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