Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips

Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips

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Target diet: Vegan

Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips · Vegan

No, skip it.

milk, and 5 more.

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • buttermilk
  • whole milk
  • Milk (allergen data)

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Deciding ingredient

milk

On the label

organic stone ground cornsunflowersafflower and/or canola oilwheysaltcheddar cheese powdercultured pasteurized milkenzymes

What we checked

Animal-derived ingredientsmilk, whey, cheese
Open Food Facts analysisMarked non-vegan

This product on every diet

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Nutrition facts (per 100g)

Energy
500 kcal
Fat
29 g
Carbohydrates
50 g
Sugars
3 g
low
Protein
7 g

Per 100 g this product is low in sugars. Bands follow the UK front-of-pack guide: sugars high at 22.5 g or more and low at 5 g or less; salt high at 1.5 g or more and low at 0.3 g or less; saturated fat high at 5 g or more and low at 1.5 g or less. This describes the label, it is not dietary advice.

Ingredients (original text)

organic stone ground corn, expeller pressed vegetable oil (sunflower, safflower and/or canola oil), whey, salt, cheddar cheese powder (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes), tomato powder, onion powder, sugar, buttermilk powder, soybean oil, garlic powder, nonfat dry milk, natural flavor, paprika oleoresin (for color), yeast extract, citric acid, milk protein concentrate, spices, cultured whole milk, lactic acid, annatto extract (for color), turmeric oleoresi̇n (for color). contains milk, soy.

Detailed analysis: why is Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips not vegan?

Our analysis indicates that Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips is likely not suitable for a vegan diet. This is based on the detection of the following ingredients which are generally avoided:

  • milk
  • whey
  • cheese
  • buttermilk
  • whole milk
  • Milk (allergen data)

The full list of ingredients we analyzed is: organic stone ground corn, expeller pressed vegetable oil (sunflower, safflower and/or canola oil), whey, salt, cheddar cheese powder (cultured pasteurized milk, salt, enzymes), tomato powder, onion powder, sugar, buttermilk powder, soybean oil, garlic powder, nonfat dry milk, natural flavor, paprika oleoresin (for color), yeast extract, citric acid, milk protein concentrate, spices, cultured whole milk, lactic acid, annatto extract (for color), turmeric oleoresi̇n (for color). contains milk, soy.. We always advise verifying with the manufacturer for the most accurate and up-to-date information.

Nutritional information

Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips contains 500 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 29g of fat, and 50g of carbohydrates (3g of which is sugar).

What should you do?

If you are following a vegan diet, we recommend looking for alternative products that do not contain these restricted ingredients. Many manufacturers now offer vegan-friendly versions of popular products, so be sure to check product labels carefully.

Disclaimer: This analysis is based on ingredient data and should not replace professional medical or nutritional advice. If you have specific dietary restrictions due to health conditions, please consult with a healthcare provider or registered dietitian.

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Frequently asked questions

Is Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips Vegan?

No, Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips is generally not Vegan because it contains milk, whey, cheese and others.

Does Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips contain allergens?

Always check the packaging for the most current allergen information. The ingredients list we analyzed includes: organic stone ground corn, expeller pressed vegetable oil (sunflower, safflower and/or canola oil), whey, salt, cheddar cheese powder (cultured pasteu...

What are the nutritional facts of Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips?

Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips contains 500 calories per 100g, with 7g of protein, 50g of carbohydrates, and 29g of fat.

How much sugar is in Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips?

Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips lists 3 g of sugar per 100 g, which counts as low in sugar under the UK front-of-pack guide (5 g or less per 100 g).

Can I eat Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips on a Vegan diet?

No, Nacho Cheese Tortilla Chips is not recommended for a Vegan diet due to the presence of restricted ingredients. We recommend looking for Vegan-certified alternatives.