These are flash frozen shortly after picking. Nutrients leach from vegetables as they age, so that the "fresh" produce on the shelves at supermarkets, which is usually at least a week old, is less nutritious than the super cheap frozen stuff. Best of all is freshly picked veggies from the garden, but for those who don't have that option, frozen veggies are a good low-cost substitute.

Although taste is a matter of taste, I don't think most would agree with your assessment. Would children rather have chicken nuggets? Of course. But as you know they will pay a very severe price for a diet without vegetables.