Search our database for specific birds eye products to see individual processing scores and ingredient lists.
Search Birds Eye products →Birds Eye vs Green Giant Frozen Vegetables Comparison
Plain frozen vegetables from both brands are among the least processed foods in the freezer aisle. Flash-freezing vegetables at peak ripeness is a preservation method, not an industrial reformulation. The ingredient list for plain frozen broccoli from either brand is: broccoli.
Frozen FoodsQuick Answer
Both are Level 1 for plain frozen vegetables — just vegetables, nothing added. The processing difference is zero. Sauced or seasoned varieties from either brand jump to Level 3-4 with added butter sauces, cheese sauces, or seasoning packets containing modified starch and flavoring.
Birds Eye vs Green Giant
Birds Eye
Green Giant
Search our database for specific green giant products to see individual processing scores and ingredient lists.
Search Green Giant products →Our Verdict
Both are Level 1 for plain frozen vegetables — just vegetables, nothing added. The processing difference is zero. Sauced or seasoned varieties from either brand jump to Level 3-4 with added butter sauces, cheese sauces, or seasoning packets containing modified starch and flavoring.
Important Note
Processing levels can vary significantly between brands and specific products within each category. Always check the ingredient list of the specific product you are considering. Use our product search to look up exact processing scores.
Frequently Asked Questions
Are frozen vegetables processed?
Plain frozen vegetables are Level 1 — minimally processed. Flash-freezing is a preservation technique that retains nutrients, not an industrial reformulation. The ingredient list is simply the vegetable itself. They are nutritionally comparable to fresh vegetables.
What about the sauced or seasoned varieties?
Sauced frozen vegetables (butter sauce, cheese sauce, teriyaki, etc.) jump to Level 3-4 because the sauce packets contain modified food starch, natural flavors, sodium, and sometimes artificial colors. Stick with plain frozen vegetables and add your own seasoning.
Related Food Guides
Learn more about the individual foods in this comparison.