Hanover Foods Launched Frozen Veggie-Grain Side Dishes
The new line features simple ingredient lists aimed at shoppers looking for convenient vegetable and grain options.
Updated on Oct. 1, 2026 in Vegetarian
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Hanover Foods has introduced Skinny Veg, a new line of four frozen side dishes that combine vegetables with grains or legumes. The products are designed to offer a simplified ingredient profile for consumers in the United States.
Why it matters
The launch reflects an ongoing consumer demand for packaged foods that minimize the use of additives and preservatives in favor of whole-food ingredients. These options offer a quick way to incorporate plant-based sides into daily meals.
The new line consists of four distinct vegetable and grain combinations. Each individual product is formulated with exactly five ingredients: a vegetable, a grain or legume, avocado oil, pepper, and sea salt.
The players
Hanover Foods
A food manufacturer founded in 1924 that operates 12 locations and employs 3,000 people.
The details
Each side dish is created by blending frozen vegetables with grains or legumes to create a prepared base. The manufacturer reports that all products in the Skinny Veg line are produced without the inclusion of common food additives or preservatives.
Timeline
October 1, 2026: Hanover Foods launched the Skinny Veg product line.
Health Landscape
This launch aligns with the broader consumer-driven shift toward the clean label movement, which prioritizes short, recognizable ingredient lists. It signals an effort to meet the demand for processed foods that closely mirror home-cooked, simple-ingredient preparations.
When incorporating new frozen sides into your diet, check the nutrition label for sodium levels, even when ingredient lists are short. Discuss with your physician whether these products fit your individual dietary needs for fiber or calorie intake.
The takeaway
Simplifying ingredient lists can be a helpful way to avoid hidden additives in processed foods. When choosing frozen sides, focus on those that prioritize whole vegetables and grains while keeping an eye on your overall salt intake.
Further reading
For more information on balancing plant-based convenience with whole-food choices, browse our Vegetarian section.
Source note: This article includes information reported by Refrigeratedfrozenfood.
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