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Taco-flavored grain chips with quinoa
CALORIES · 100 G
GI
POTASSIUM · 100 G
FIBER · 100 G
1 pack (mini) of Ülker Altınbaşak Grain Chips Taco Flavored Quinoa Snack (50 g) has 243 calories. That works out to 485 calories per 100 g. It contains 32.3 g of carbs, 4.1 g of protein, 10.9 g of fat and 2.8 g of fiber. Its 0.4 mg of Manganese covers 16% of the Daily Value. Its glycemic index is 62 (medium), so it raises blood sugar at a moderate pace.
Selected: 1 pack (mini) · 50 g
243
KCAL / 50G
Carbs
32.3g
· 12% DV
Protein
4.1g
· 8% DV
Fat
10.9g
· 14% DV
Fiber
2.8g
· 10% DV
DV is the share of the daily value covered, on a 2,000 kcal reference diet.
Calories come from: Carbs 53% · Protein 7% · Fat 40%
| Nutrient | Amount | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 243 kcal | |
| Total fat | 10.9 g | 14% |
| Saturated fat | 1.2 g | 6% |
| Trans fat | 0.04 g | |
| Sodium | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrate | 32.3 g | 12% |
| Fiber | 2.8 g | 10% |
| Protein | 4.1 g | 8% |
Calories: Calories measure energy. Average daily need is 2,000 kcal. Excess calories are stored as fat, too few cause weight loss.
Carbs: Your body's primary energy source. The brain runs exclusively on carbs. Daily need: 275g.
Protein: Essential for muscle repair and cell growth. Daily need: 50g. Keeps you full and boosts metabolism.
Fat: Needed for hormone production and vitamin absorption. Daily need: 78g. Limit saturated fats, choose unsaturated.
Fiber: Critical for digestive health and satiety. Daily need: 28g. Stabilizes blood sugar, lowers cholesterol.
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| Serving | Amount | Calories |
|---|---|---|
| 1 pack (mini) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 1 cup (whole) | 28 g | 136 kcal |
| 1 ounce (whole) | 28.4 g | 137 kcal |
| 1 serving (small) | 30 g | 146 kcal |
| 1 serving (medium) | 50 g | 243 kcal |
| 2 cup (double) | 56 g | 272 kcal |
| 1 serving (large) | 75 g | 364 kcal |
| 100 g | 100 g | 485 kcal |
Calculated from 485 calories per 100 g.
Ülker Altınbaşak Grain Chips Taco Flavored Quinoa Snack is a grain-chip snack that contains quinoa and has taco seasoning. The name alone does not give the full ingredient list or proportions, so use the package ingredient panel for the exact grains, seasonings, and amounts.
It contains quinoa, but the product name does not tell you how much. “With quinoa” does not mean the snack is mostly quinoa; check the ingredient list for its position and any stated percentage to understand how prominent it is.
It has a taco-style seasoning, which commonly brings a savory, spiced flavor and may have some heat. The exact spice level is not clear from the product name, so try a small amount first if you are sensitive to chili.
They are not the same kind of chip: tortilla chips are typically made from corn, while this product is sold as grain chips with quinoa. Its taco seasoning also gives it a distinct flavored-snack profile rather than the plain corn taste of many tortilla chips.
Yes, it is a ready-to-eat snack, so you do not need to cook it. Eat it on its own or serve it with a dip; reheating is unnecessary and may make the chips less crisp.
Keep the opened chips in an airtight container or seal the bag tightly, then store them somewhere cool and dry. Exposure to air and moisture makes them lose their crunch, so they are best eaten soon after opening.
Salsa, guacamole, or a cool yogurt-based dip all pair well with Ülker Altınbaşak Grain Chips Taco Flavored Quinoa Snack. A fresh, tangy dip can balance the taco seasoning without competing with its savory flavor.
It is an ultra-processed packaged snack; having quinoa in the name does not change that. It can fit as an occasional snack, but fruit, plain yogurt, or nuts are less processed choices for regular snacking.
The snack does not cause weight gain by itself, but eating it often or in large portions can add substantially to your overall intake. Sharing a pack or pairing a smaller portion with a filling food can help keep the serving in check.
Yes, children who can safely chew crunchy snacks can have a small portion. The taco seasoning may taste too strong or salty for some children, and because it is ultra-processed, it is better offered occasionally rather than as an everyday snack.
Vitamins
B1
0.11mg · 9% DV
B3
1.2mg · 8% DV
Biotin
2µg · 7% DV
Vitamin E
0.8mg · 5% DV
Minerals
Manganese
0.36mg · 16% DV
Phosphorus
105mg · 15% DV
Sodium
310mg · 13% DV
Copper
0.09mg · 10% DV
Potassium ⭐
120mg · 4% DV
GLYCEMIC INDEX
GLYCEMIC LOAD
Accounts for portion size — a more realistic measure than GI alone.
To burn the 243 calories in 1 pack (mini) (50 g):
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Ülker Altınbaşak Grain Chips Taco Flavored Quinoa Snack is a packaged, crunchy grain snack with quinoa and taco-style seasoning. Its savoury, spiced flavour makes it easy to eat straight from the pack, share at a casual gathering or serve between meals. A mild yoghurt dip or fresh vegetables can balance the seasoning and add variety.
Grain-based and rich in carbohydrates, it also provides 5.6 g of fibre per 100 g. For a lighter snack, serve a small portion alongside sliced vegetables rather than making it the whole snack.
Low
How many vitamins, minerals and how much fiber this food carries per calorie. A high score means a lot of nutrition for few calories.
Medium
An EatBetter score computed from fiber, protein and calorie density. A high score means staying full longer on the same calories.
Both scores are calculated per 100 g and do not change with the selected portion. The satiety score is EatBetter's own calculation, not a clinical measure.
NOVA 4
Ultra-Processed
1. Unprocessed
2. Minimally Processed
3. Processed
4. Ultra-Processed
NOVA classifies foods into 4 groups by industrial processing. NOVA 1 (unprocessed) is the healthiest.
Contains these allergens:
Vegan
— Not suitable
Vegetarian
✓ Suitable
Gluten-Free
— Not suitable
Dairy-Free
— Not suitable
Mediterranean
— Not suitable
Paleo
— Not suitable
Whole30
— Not suitable
DASH
— Not suitable
Keto
— Not suitable
Low FODMAP
— Not suitable
SATURATED
1.2g
MONOUNSATURATED
4.05g
POLYUNSATURATED
3.4g
Omega 6:3 ratio 80:1
Above the ideal 4:1 (80:1).
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Nutrition data compiled from USDA FoodData Central and scientific sources.