Snacks, sweet potato chips, unsalted
FDC 174783oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 72 · +28 vs Snacks medianThese unsalted chips score 72 of 100, a Good band food that ranks 1st of 60 in the Snacks category, well clear of the category's median of 44. Vitamin A leads at 131% of the Daily Value, alongside vitamin E at 65%, dietary fiber at 31%, and potassium at 20%.
Made by thinly slicing and frying or baking sweet potato, these are eaten the same way as any crunchy snack chip, straight from the bag or alongside a dip; a one-ounce (28 g) serving is the standard reference size. The trade-off is calorie density: at 532 calories and 32.4 g of fat per 100 g, this is an energy-dense food best portioned out rather than eaten straight from a large bag, even though sodium itself is low at 35 mg per 100 g since these are unsalted.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 532 kcal | 27% |
| Total fat | 32 g | 42% |
| Saturated fat | 2.9 g | 15% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 35 mg | 2% |
| Carbohydrate | 57 g | 21% |
| Dietary fiber | 8.8 g | 31% |
| Sugars | 8.8 g | |
| Protein | 2.9 g | 6% |
| Potassium | 925 mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 59 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 2.1 mg | 12% |
| Magnesium | 65 mg | 15% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 1180 µg | 131% |
| Vitamin E | 9.8 mg | 65% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 149 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 9.1 g | 12% |
| Saturated fat | 0.82 g | 4% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 9.8 mg | 0% |
| Carbohydrate | 16 g | 6% |
| Dietary fiber | 2.5 g | 9% |
| Sugars | 2.5 g | |
| Protein | 0.82 g | 2% |
| Potassium | 259 mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.59 mg | 3% |
| Magnesium | 18 mg | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin A | 330 µg | 37% |
| Vitamin E | 2.7 mg | 18% |
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FDC 174783Original 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
Sweet potato chips are made by slicing sweet potatoes thin and frying or baking them until crisp, giving a naturally sweet, earthy flavor that is more distinctive than a plain potato chip. They work well as a snack on their own, crumbled over a salad or grain bowl for crunch, or served alongside a dip like guacamole or a yogurt-based sauce. The unsalted version leans on the vegetable's own sweetness rather than added seasoning, so it pairs especially well with a savory dip to balance the flavor, or with a sprinkle of cinnamon and a touch of brown sugar for a dessert-like snack.
Because they are fried, sweet potato chips are calorie-dense, 532 calories per ounce, with 32.4 g of fat in that same amount, so they are best treated as an occasional snack in modest portions rather than an everyday side. Choosing the unsalted version keeps sodium low, just 35 mg per ounce, leaving room to season them yourself with herbs or spice blends if desired. They also stand out for vitamin A, at 131% of the daily value per this amount, and vitamin E at 65%, plus 8.8 g of fiber and 20% for potassium that add to their nutritional profile alongside the crunch.
Frequently asked questions about snacks
How many calories are in sweet potato chips?
Unsalted sweet potato chips have 532 calories per ounce, since they are fried.
Are sweet potato chips a good source of vitamin A?
Yes, they provide 131% of the daily value for vitamin A per ounce, along with 65% for vitamin E.
Why choose the unsalted version?
Unsalted chips keep sodium low, at 35 milligrams per ounce, leaving room to season them yourself if desired.