Snacks, taro chips
FDC 168865oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 51 · +7 vs Snacks medianTaro chips score 51 of 100, a Fair rating that ranks a respectable 18th of 60 in the snacks category, driven by vitamin E at 75% DV, dietary fiber at 26% DV, and magnesium at 20% DV, all excellent tiers, plus potassium at a good 16% DV.
Sliced from taro root and fried like potato chips, they work best as an occasional snack rather than an everyday side, with an ounce (28 g) delivering a calorie-dense 498 calories per 100 g. Saturated fat is the caveat, flagged high at 6.4 g per 100 g, so portion control still matters even with the stronger fiber and mineral numbers.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 498 kcal | 25% |
| Total fat | 25 g | 32% |
| Saturated fat | 6.4 g | 32% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 342 mg | 15% |
| Carbohydrate | 68 g | 25% |
| Dietary fiber | 7.2 g | 26% |
| Sugars | 3.8 g | |
| Protein | 2.3 g | 5% |
| Potassium | 755 mg | 16% |
| Calcium | 60 mg | 5% |
| Iron | 1.2 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium | 84 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin C | 5 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin A | 7 µg | 1% |
| Vitamin E | 11 mg | 75% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 139 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 7 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 1.8 g | 9% |
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium | 96 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 19 g | 7% |
| Dietary fiber | 2 g | 7% |
| Sugars | 1.1 g | |
| Protein | 0.64 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 211 mg | 4% |
| Calcium | 17 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.34 mg | 2% |
| Magnesium | 24 mg | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 1.4 mg | 2% |
| Vitamin A | 2 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E | 3.2 mg | 21% |
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FDC 168865Original 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
Taro chips are thin slices of the starchy taro root, fried or baked until crisp, similar in method to potato chips but with a slightly sweeter, nuttier flavor and a purple-flecked or ivory color depending on the variety of taro used. They're eaten straight from the bag as a snack, served alongside dips like guacamole or hummus, or used as a crunchy garnish over salads and grain bowls in place of croutons. Because taro is starchier and denser than potato, the chips tend to fry up thicker and a bit chewier at the edges rather than shattering-crisp.
Buy taro chips in sealed bags and check for a fry date if available, since the oil in fried chips can turn stale after opening; reseal the bag tightly or transfer to an airtight container for the best crunch. Per 100g, taro chips have 498 calories and are notable for fiber at 26% of the Daily Value (7.2g), along with vitamin E at 75% DV, magnesium at 20% DV, and potassium at 16% DV, a higher fiber count than most fried snack foods. Given the calorie density, they work better measured into a small bowl alongside a dip than eaten straight from a large bag.
Frequently asked questions about snacks, taro chips
How many calories are in taro chips?
Taro chips have 498 calories per 100g.
Are taro chips a good source of fiber?
Yes, per 100g they provide 7.2g of fiber, about 26% of the Daily Value.
What do taro chips pair well with?
They're good with dips like guacamole or hummus, or used as a crunchy topping over salads and grain bowls.