Sprouts Crinkle Cut Sweet Potato Fries
Why It Scored This Way
A mixed nutrition profile and more processed formulation give this product some useful qualities, but also meaningful limitations.
- Low Sodium
- Meaningful Fiber
- Low Saturated Fat
- Refined Starches
Verdict
Sprouts Crinkle Cut Sweet Potato Fries are a frozen, pre-cut vegetable option. Its main strength is the low sodium content, while its main tradeoff is a more formulated profile. Overall, it is a convenient way to add a vegetable component to a quick meal.
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 vegan garlic aioli and a fresh garden salad for a complete meal.
Nutrition Overview
The label shows a favorable balance of fiber and minimal salt, which is uncommon for frozen fries. Calories and total fat are kept moderate, avoiding the heavy saturation found in many deep-fried alternatives.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 130 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 5g | 6% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 100mg | 4% |
| Total Carbs | 19g | 7% |
| Dietary Fiber | 4g | 14% |
| Total Sugars | 7g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 2g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
| Potassium | 350mg | 8% |
Ingredient Analysis
The base consists of sweet potatoes and vegetable oil. A small percentage of batter—made from potato and corn starches and leavening agents—is added to achieve the specific crinkle-cut texture and crispiness.
Ingredients
SWEET POTATOES 90%, VEGETABLE OIL 6% (SUNFLOWER OR SOYBEAN)*, BATTER 4% (POTATO STARCH, CORN STARCH, SALT, DEXTRIN, CONTAINS LESS THAN TWO PERCENT OF LEAVENING (SODIUM ACID PYROPHOSPHATE, SODIUM BICARBONATE), EXTRACTIVE OF PAPRIKA (COLOR)).
