Chifles Plantain Lime Chips
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Saturated Fat
- Added Sugar
- Sodium
- Fiber
Verdict
Chifles Plantain Lime Chips are a zesty, fried plantain snack seasoned with citrus. Its main strength is the low saturated fat content for a fried chip, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it serves as a tangy alternative to traditional potato chips.
How to Use This
Best included occasionally, a few times per month, within a balanced diet and in controlled portions. Pair it with a side of chunky guacamole or a fresh bean salsa for a complete snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by moderate calories and sodium with very little fiber or protein. Saturated fat remains low relative to the total fat content.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 150 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 8g | 10% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 220mg | 10% |
| Total Carbs | 18g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 1g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 0mg | 0% |
| Iron | 0mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 70mg | 0% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from green plantains and palm oil, with a seasoning blend that includes maltodextrin and natural lime flavors. These additives are used to ensure a consistent flavor coating across the plantain base.
Ingredients
Green Plantains, Maltodextrin (from Corn), Salt, Citric Acid, Natural Flavors (including Lime Flavor), Not more than 2% Silicon Dioxide added as a processing aid, Palm Oil
