Snacks, yucca (cassava) chips, salted
FDC 173152oz (28 g)
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Original analysis by NutriVerdict
Density 32 · -12 vs Snacks medianSalted yucca chips score 32 of 100 on the Nutrient Density Score, a Low band that ranks 47th of 60 snacks. They deliver a good 19% DV of vitamin E and a good 18% DV of potassium per 100 grams, more than most fried snack foods manage.
Yucca, also called cassava, is sliced thin and fried or baked into chips much like potato chips, then salted for crunch. A one ounce serving is calorie-dense at 515 calories per 100 grams and carries 8.7 grams of saturated fat per 100 grams, and a plain hard granola bar scores higher in the same snacks category if you are comparing options.
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Percent of calories derived by NutriVerdict from USDA grams
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 515 kcal | 26% |
| Total fat | 26 g | 33% |
| Saturated fat | 8.7 g | 43% |
| Cholesterol | - | |
| Sodium | 296 mg | 13% |
| Carbohydrate | 69 g | 25% |
| Dietary fiber | 3.7 g | 13% |
| Sugars | 3.4 g | |
| Protein | 1.3 g | 3% |
| Potassium | 868 mg | 18% |
| Calcium | 52 mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.72 mg | 4% |
| Magnesium | 46 mg | 11% |
| Vitamin C | - | |
| Vitamin A | - | |
| Vitamin E | 2.8 mg | 19% |
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 144 kcal | 7% |
| Total fat | 7.3 g | 9% |
| Saturated fat | 2.4 g | 12% |
| Cholesterol | - | |
| Sodium | 83 mg | 4% |
| Carbohydrate | 19 g | 7% |
| Dietary fiber | 1 g | 4% |
| Sugars | 0.94 g | |
| Protein | 0.38 g | 1% |
| Potassium | 243 mg | 5% |
| Calcium | 15 mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.2 mg | 1% |
| Magnesium | 13 mg | 3% |
| Vitamin C | - | |
| Vitamin A | - | |
| Vitamin E | 0.78 mg | 5% |
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FDC 173152Original 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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More nutrient-dense swaps
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In the kitchen and how to use it
Yucca chips are thin slices of cassava root fried until crisp and salted, similar in role to potato chips but with a slightly nuttier, starchier crunch and a bit more chew at the edges. They're eaten straight from the bag as a snack, alongside sandwiches in place of regular chips, or served with dips like guacamole, salsa or a garlicky aioli that plays well against their salty crunch. Their sturdier texture also holds up well as a scoop for chunkier dips, since they're less prone to snapping than a thin potato chip.
Keep the bag sealed and stored at room temperature away from moisture to preserve their crispness, and reseal it tightly between servings since cassava chips soften quickly once exposed to air. At 515 calories per 100 grams, a standard ounce serving adds up quickly, so portioning by the ounce label helps keep snacking in check, and the chips supply 19% of the Daily Value for vitamin E, 18% for potassium, 13% for fiber and 11% for magnesium, a broader nutrient spread than most fried snack foods offer. Pairing them with a fresh salsa, a squeeze of lime, or a cooling yogurt-based dip helps balance their fried richness and rounds out a snack plate.
Frequently asked questions about snacks
How many calories are in yucca chips?
Salted yucca chips have 515 calories per 100 grams, so a standard ounce serving adds up quickly.
Are yucca chips a good source of potassium?
Yes, they provide 18% of the Daily Value for potassium along with 19% for vitamin E.
How should yucca chips be stored?
Keep the bag sealed at room temperature away from moisture, since they lose their crispness once exposed to air.