Corn Chip
Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor
Nutrition facts per 100 g · edible portion
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Dietary labels are inferred automatically from Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor's food group, name and nutrient profile — a helpful guide, not a guarantee. Recipes and brands vary, so always read the label on packaged foods.
Low nutrient density 5/100
How many beneficial nutrients Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor delivers for its calories — scored across 24 vitamins, minerals, protein and fiber, minus saturated fat and sodium. See the most nutrient-dense foods.
Caloric ratio
Where the calories in Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor come from — the split across carbs, fat & protein.
42% from carbs
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Carbs 42%57.3 g per serving
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Fat 53%31.7 g per serving
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Protein 5%6.5 g per serving
What Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor is a good source of
Stand-out nutrients per 100 g, by share of your Daily Value.
Full nutrition breakdown
- Beneficial
- Moderate
- Limit
- Neutral
Bars are shaded by how a high amount affects your diet — green for nutrients to seek out (fiber, protein, vitamins), red for those best kept low (saturated fat, sodium, cholesterol), neutral where it depends. Each bar shows the % of your Daily Value per serving.
| Carbohydrates | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Carbohydrate | 57.3 g | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.0 g |
| Fats & Fatty Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Total Fat | 31.7 g | |
| Saturated Fat | 26.8 g | |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 2.1 g | — |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.8 g | — |
| Omega-3 Fatty Acids | 20.0 mg | — |
| Omega-6 Fatty Acids | 830.0 mg | — |
| Butyric Acid | 30.0 mg | — |
| Caproic Acid | 200.0 mg | — |
| Caprylic Acid | 2,280.0 mg | — |
| Capric Acid | 1,830.0 mg | — |
| Lauric Acid | 13,520.0 mg | — |
| Myristic Acid | 5,170.0 mg | — |
| Palmitic Acid | 2,810.0 mg | — |
| Stearic Acid | 960.0 mg | — |
| Palmitoleic Acid | 30.0 mg | — |
| Oleic Acid | 2,120.0 mg | — |
| Linoleic Acid | 830.0 mg | — |
| Protein & Amino Acids | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Protein | 6.5 g | |
| Histidine | 199.0 mg | — |
| Isoleucine | 265.0 mg | — |
| Leucine | 758.0 mg | — |
| Lysine | 262.0 mg | — |
| Methionine | 141.0 mg | — |
| Phenylalanine | 319.0 mg | — |
| Threonine | 252.0 mg | — |
| Tryptophan | 56.0 mg | — |
| Valine | 350.0 mg | — |
| Alanine | 427.0 mg | — |
| Arginine | 305.0 mg | — |
| Aspartic Acid | 455.0 mg | — |
| Cystine | 105.0 mg | — |
| Glutamic Acid | 1,260.0 mg | — |
| Glycine | 235.0 mg | — |
| Proline | 587.0 mg | — |
| Serine | 320.0 mg | — |
| Tyrosine | 274.0 mg | — |
| Vitamins | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Vitamin A (RAE) | 24.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin C | 0.1 mg | |
| Vitamin D | ~ | — |
| Vitamin E | ~ | — |
| Vitamin K | ~ | — |
| Thiamin (B1) | 0.2 mg | |
| Riboflavin (B2) | 0.1 mg | |
| Niacin (B3) | 1.4 mg | |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.1 mg | |
| Folate (B9) | 5.0 mcg | |
| Vitamin B12 | 0.0 mcg | |
| Pantothenic Acid (B5) | 0.4 mg |
| Minerals | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium | 36.0 mg | |
| Iron | 1.3 mg | |
| Magnesium | 25.0 mg | |
| Phosphorus | 76.0 mg | |
| Potassium | 123.0 mg | |
| Sodium | 952.0 mg | |
| Zinc | 0.5 mg | |
| Copper | 0.1 mg | |
| Manganese | 0.1 mg | |
| Selenium | 3.8 mcg |
| Sterols | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Cholesterol | 5.0 mg | |
| Phytosterols | ~ | — |
| Other | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Alcohol | ~ | — |
| Caffeine | ~ | — |
| Theobromine | ~ | — |
| Ash | 2.6 g | — |
About Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor
The corn chip is a crunchy, salty snack made from cornmeal that is fried or baked and cut into small, sturdy pieces, loved for its bold corn flavor and satisfying crunch. Unlike the thinner, softer tortilla chip cut from pressed corn tortillas, the classic corn chip is denser and more brittle, with Fritos the best-known example. Corn chips are calorie-dense and high in fat and sodium, offering a bit of fiber and a little plant protein from the corn.
People eat them straight from the bag, scoop them through dips, pile them into the walking taco known as Frito pie, or crumble them over chili and salads for texture. Their robust structure makes them perfect for heavier toppings that would snap a flimsier chip. Flavored versions add chili, lime, cheese, and barbecue seasoning. To keep them crisp, reseal the bag tightly or clip it shut, since corn chips go stale and lose their snap once air sneaks in.
Source: USDA FoodData Central & FooDB. Values are per 100 g, edible portion.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor?
There are 536 calories in 100 g of Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor, or about 152 calories in 1 oz (28 g).
How much protein is in Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor?
Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor contains 6.5 g of protein per 100 g.
How many carbs are in Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor?
Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor has 57.3 g of carbohydrates per 100 g.
How much fat is in Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor?
Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor provides 31.7 g of total fat per 100 g.
What is Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor a good source of?
Snacks, corn-based, extruded, cones, nacho-flavor is a good source of Thiamin (B1) and Protein (per 100 g). Daily Values are based on a 2,000-calorie diet.
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