Doritos
Doritos Nacho Chips - Sweet Chilli Flavour
45 g
45 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores poorly due to its high content of calories, total fat, saturated fat, and sodium per serving. It is a highly processed snack made with refined ingredients and multiple additives, offering minimal nutritional benefits like fiber or vitamins. Regular consumption is not advisable for a healthy diet.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
6.6 g
of RDA
Low in Protein. Seek other food sources.
Total Fat
23.4 g
of RDA
Contributes 36% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
499 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 25% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
65.6 g
of RDA
Contributes 22% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Trans Fat
0.1 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
6.5 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
641 mg
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Sodium.
Saturated Fat
8.7 g
of RDA
Acceptable levels of Saturated Fat.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Doritos Chaat
Crush a serving of Doritos. Mix with chopped onion, tomato, cucumber, and boiled chickpeas. Drizzle with lime juice and garnish with fresh coriander.
Health Benefits
Enhances the snack with fiber, vitamins, and plant-based protein from fresh vegetables and legumes.
Loaded Veggie Nachos
Layer Doritos on a baking dish. Top with cooked kidney beans (rajma), corn, and chopped bell peppers. Sprinkle a small amount of low-fat cheese and bake until warm.
Health Benefits
Creates a more balanced dish by adding protein and fiber from beans and vitamins from vegetables.
Nacho-Crusted Paneer/Chicken Strips
Crush Doritos into a fine crumb. Coat paneer or chicken strips in a yogurt-spice mix. Dredge the strips in the Doritos crumb and bake or air-fry until golden and crispy.
Health Benefits
Provides a healthier, baked alternative to deep-frying while adding a significant source of protein.
Additive Analysis
The additives used, including Acidity Regulators (296, 330, 260), Flavour Enhancers (631, 627), Anticaking Agent (551), Color (160c), and Antioxidant (300), are approved by FSSAI. However, flavour enhancers (631, 627) can cause sensitivity in some individuals. The combination of additives indicates a highly processed product.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
No artificial flavors added
Marketing Claims
The claim 'World's No.1 Nacho Brand' is substantiated by a source (Euromonitor). However, the 'Oven Baked' claim is questionable as the second ingredient is 'Edible Vegetable Oil (Palmolein)', indicating the product is fried. This can mislead consumers into thinking it's a healthier, low-fat option, which it is not.