Brad's Kale, Crunchy, Radical Ranch
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- Saturated Fat
- Sodium
- Fiber
Verdict
Brad's Kale, Crunchy, Radical Ranch is a seasoned, baked kale chip. Its main strength is the addition of a probiotic, while its main tradeoff is the low fiber content. Overall, it is a light, savory alternative to traditional potato chips.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Pair it with a side of hummus and sliced cucumbers for a crunchy snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by low calories and minimal saturated fat, though it provides very little fiber for a vegetable-based food.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 180mg | 8% |
| Total Carbs | 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Protein | 3g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 46mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 209mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from organic kale and cashews, seasoned with apple cider vinegar and a ranch-style spice blend. This moderately processed formulation uses these components to achieve a crisp texture and incorporates a probiotic supplement.
Ingredients
Kale (Represents Organic Ingredient), Cashews (Represents Organic Ingredient), Apple Cider Vinegar (Represents Organic Ingredient), Lemon Juice (Represents Organic Ingredient), Garlic (Represents Organic Ingredient), Garlic Powder (Represents Organic Ingredient), Onion Powder (Represents Organic Ingredient), Basil Powder (Represents Organic Ingredient), Ganeden BC30 (Organic Inulin, Bacillus Coagulans GBI-30 6086 (Probiotic)).
