Snacks, potato chips, lightly salted
FDC 174805pieces (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 52 · +8 vs Snacks medianLightly salted potato chips score 52 of 100, Fair band, ranking 17 of 60 in Snacks, above the category median of 44. The numbers behind that ranking are the vitamin E content at 51% of the Daily Value, vitamin C at 30%, and potassium at 28%, unusual figures for a fried snack.
These are the everyday bagged chips eaten by the handful alongside a sandwich or on their own, made from potato slices fried and lightly salted rather than heavily seasoned. At 560 calories per 100 g they are calorie dense, and the brief flags 5.5 g of saturated fat per 100 g as a limit worth keeping in mind if chips are a frequent snack rather than an occasional one.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560 kcal | 28% |
| Total fat | 35 g | 45% |
| Saturated fat | 5.5 g | 27% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 187 mg | 8% |
| Carbohydrate | 54 g | 19% |
| Dietary fiber | 4.2 g | 15% |
| Sugars | 0.34 g | |
| Protein | 6.7 g | 13% |
| Potassium | 1300 mg | 28% |
| Calcium | 24 mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1.4 mg | 8% |
| Magnesium | 62 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 27 mg | 30% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 7.7 mg | 51% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 157 kcal | 8% |
| Total fat | 9.9 g | 13% |
| Saturated fat | 1.5 g | 8% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 52 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 15 g | 5% |
| Dietary fiber | 1.2 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 0.1 g | |
| Protein | 1.9 g | 4% |
| Potassium | 364 mg | 8% |
| Calcium | 6.7 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 17 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 7.6 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 2.2 mg | 14% |
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FDC 174805Original 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.
Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Versus the snacks median
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Lightly salted potato chips are thin slices of potato fried until crisp, seasoned with a reduced amount of salt compared to standard chips. They are a snack food eaten straight from the bag, alongside sandwiches, or crushed as a crunchy topping for casseroles and baked mac and cheese. Their thin, crisp texture and mild salt-and-potato flavor pair well with dips like French onion, salsa, or guacamole, and they are a common side at picnics and casual lunches.
Keep the bag sealed and stored in a cool, dry pantry to preserve crispness, and reseal or transfer to an airtight container once opened. Per 100 grams, potato chips are calorie-dense at 560 calories with 35.4 grams of fat and 53.5 grams of carbohydrate, so a reasonable serving size like the 28-gram portion listed here is worth measuring out rather than eating from the bag. Despite being a fried snack, this lightly salted version shows some notable nutrient contributions from the potato itself: 30% of the daily vitamin C value and 28% of potassium per 100 grams, alongside 4.2 grams of fiber.
Frequently asked questions about snacks, potato chips
How many calories are in lightly salted potato chips?
They have 560 calories per 100 grams, so measuring out a portion like a 28-gram serving helps with portion control.
Do potato chips have any potassium?
Yes, this lightly salted variety provides 28% of the daily potassium value per 100 grams, along with 30% of vitamin C.
How should potato chips be stored?
Keep the bag sealed in a cool, dry pantry, and transfer to an airtight container once opened to maintain crispness.