Nutritional Info
Calories 140
Net Carbs 4 grams
Fat 6 grams
Protein 18 grams
When I first saw this product I was pleasantly surprised because most protein snacks are sweet and this is obviously a savory, salty, crunchy one. I just had to try them. Since these chips have 18 grams of protein and only 4 grams of net carbs, they are a much better choice than regular tortilla chips at only 3 grams of protein and 30 grams of net carbs. While they are not a “health food”, they are definitely a healthier alternative.
At $2.48 per serving most people are not going to binge on these chips. I found them at Walmart in the pharmacy with the protein powders and bars. They come in three flavors in my store, Nacho Cheese, Barbecue and Ranch. I went for the Nacho Cheese because that is probably the most common tortilla chip flavor.
I don’t like Quest brand protein bars so I wasn’t expecting much from these chips. The first bite seemed overly seasoned and salty but I took another chip out of the bag and suddenly, the seasoning was really working for me. They are high in sodium, 340 mg, so naturally they are salty. In mere minutes that bag was gone! I really liked these chips.
If you have had to rehab from binging on chips, leave them alone because they are good enough to get that craving started again and you are not likely to keep paying this price. If you start wanting them all the time, you would most likely go back to the cheaper regular tortilla chips and wreck your weight management efforts. If you are not prone to that particular addiction, you can enjoy these occasionally with ease.
They have a crunch that is similar to a fried flour tortilla, a softer crispy crunch but definitely crunchy and satisfying. They are obviously cheesy with a smoky undertone that reminds me of smoked cheddar, all in all a tasty protein snack.
They are still a processed food so I won’t make them a regular part of my diet but for that late night trip to Walmart without enough calories in me and my stomach getting a bit empty, they filled the gap nicely. Although I won’t buy them often, I’m happy to see a higher quality protein snack for those times when convenience is paramount. If you find yourself wandering the aisles looking for a small snack to tie you over until you get home, you might want to try Quest Protein Chips. The crunch is a delight.
I really appreciate your practical approach to weight management and budgeting.
Weight management has to be practical in the real world. No one has unlimited funds and if weight management is not practical and easily assimilated into our lives, we will not address the issue. Thank you, Tanya!
Thank you Dr. Tanya. One of the aspects we have covered in many articles is that even if healthy whole foods are a bit more expensive, a healthy life style is actually easier on the budget with the elimination of unnecessary medical expenses incurred as a direct result of poor nutritional habits.