Snacks

Snacks, bagel chips, plain

FDC 173150oz (28 g)

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Density 37 · -7 vs Snacks median

Plain bagel chips score 37 of 100, the Low band, ranking 42 of 60 in Snacks, just under the category median of 44. They post an excellent 28% DV for iron and 25% DV for protein, with dietary fiber adding a good 15% DV, unusually strong marks for a baked snack chip.

Bagel chips are thin, twice-baked slices of bagel, crisped until crunchy and eaten plain or with dips like hummus or spinach dip. An ounce (28 g) is a typical snack portion, but per 100 g they carry 6.8 g of saturated fat, worth watching if paired with a rich dip; crisped rice bars, which rank higher in the same Snacks category, are a lighter-fat alternative.

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Fig. 1 · Macronutrient composition
Protein 12.3 g · 11%Carb 66.4 g · 59%Fat 15.1 g · 30%

Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams

Nutrition facts

NutrientAmount% DV
Calories451 kcal23%
Total fat15 g19%
Saturated fat6.8 g34%
Cholesterol0 mg0%
Sodium233 mg10%
Carbohydrate66 g24%
Dietary fiber4.1 g15%
Sugars6 g
Protein12 g25%
Potassium140 mg3%
Calcium24 mg2%
Iron5.1 mg28%
Magnesium39 mg9%
Vitamin C0 mg0%
Vitamin A0 µg0%
Vitamin E0.81 mg5%

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FDC 173150

Original analysis by NutriVerdict

What it is rich in

Nutrients supplying at least 10% of the Daily Value per 100 grams. 20% or more is an excellent source.

Iron28% DV
Protein25% DV
Dietary fiber15% DV

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Versus the snacks median

Nutrient density37 vs 44 median
Protein / 100 g12 vs 8.1 median
Fiber / 100 g4.1 vs 4.2 median
Sodium / 100 g233 vs 400 median

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More nutrient-dense swaps

Foods in the same category that score higher on nutrient density.

Snacks, crisped rice bar, chocolate chipDensity 38 vs 37Snacks, trail mix, tropicalDensity 38 vs 37Breakfast bar, corn flake crust with fruitDensity 40 vs 37

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In the kitchen and how to use it

Bagel chips are thin slices of bagel dried or toasted until sturdy and crisp, with the plain variety keeping a simple wheat flavor that works as a base for other flavors rather than competing with them. They are usually eaten alongside dips like hummus, spinach dip, or a cheese spread, standing up to thick dips the way a sturdy cracker would without snapping, and are sold by the ounce in resealable bags for snacking straight from the bag or arranged on a cheese board. Their firm bite also holds up well as a base for a quick open-faced snack topped with cheese or smoked fish.

Keep bags sealed and store them in the pantry; once opened, close them tightly with a clip or move the chips to an airtight container, since humid storage softens their crunch within a day or two. Per 100 g they deliver 451 calories along with 28% DV iron, 25% DV protein, and 15% DV fiber, figures that make them a sturdier, higher-protein option than a typical potato-style chip for scooping up a dip, though their sodium runs to 233 mg and fat to 15.1 g per 100 g as well, worth noting for anyone snacking straight through the bag.

Frequently asked questions about snacks, bagel chips

How many calories are in plain bagel chips?

Plain bagel chips have 451 calories per 100 g.

Are bagel chips a good source of protein?

They provide 25% of the Daily Value for protein per 100 g, along with 28% DV iron.

What do bagel chips pair well with?

They are commonly served with dips like hummus, spinach dip, or cheese spreads.

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