Haldiram's
Haldiram's Lite Chiwda Namkeen
150 g
150 g
Ingredients
Allergen Information
Nutritional Summary
The product scores in the 'AVERAGE' category. While it is low in added sugar and has zero trans fat per serving, it is high in calories (103.2 kcal), total fat (5.6g), and saturated fat (2.5g) for a small 20g serving. The high saturated fat content, primarily from palmolein oil, contributes significantly to the daily limit (11.4% RDA per serving), making it a less-than-ideal choice for frequent consumption.
Nutritional Facts per 100g
Protein
6 g
of RDA
Low in Protein. Seek other food sources.
Total Fat
28 g
of RDA
Contributes 43% of daily Total Fat needs.
Energy
516 kcal
of RDA
Contributes 26% of daily Energy needs.
Carbohydrates
60 g
of RDA
Contributes 20% of daily Carbohydrates needs.
Cholesterol
0 mg
of RDA
Low in Cholesterol. Good choice for restricted diets.
Trans Fat
0.1 g
of RDA
Low in Trans Fat. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sugar
4 g
of RDA
Low in Sugar. Good choice for restricted diets.
Sodium
560 mg
of RDA
Low in Sodium. Good choice for restricted diets.
Saturated Fat
12.5 g
of RDA
Moderate in Saturated Fat. Be mindful of total daily intake.
%RDA: Percentage of Recommended Dietary Allowance based on FSSAI/ICMR guidelines for a 2000 kcal diet.
Healthy Recipe Ideas
Fresh Chiwda Bhel
In a bowl, combine one serving (20g) of Lite Chiwda with finely chopped onion, tomato, and cucumber. Add a squeeze of fresh lemon juice and a tablespoon of chopped coriander. Mix well and serve immediately.
Health Benefits
Adds fresh vegetables for fiber, vitamins, and antioxidants, creating a more balanced and voluminous snack.
Yogurt Chiwda Chaat
Take a serving of Lite Chiwda in a bowl. Top with 2-3 tablespoons of whisked plain yogurt (dahi). Garnish with a pinch of roasted cumin powder and some pomegranate seeds.
Health Benefits
Incorporates protein and probiotics from yogurt, which helps balance the fat and carbohydrates from the chiwda.
Additive Analysis
The only additive found is Acidity Regulator (INS 330), which is Citric Acid. It is generally recognized as safe (GRAS) and approved by FSSAI for use in food products. The product is free from artificial colors, flavors, and major preservatives.
Preservatives
Artificial Colors
No artificial colors added
Artificial Flavors
No artificial flavors added
Marketing Claims
The claim 'Lite' is questionable as consumers typically associate it with low-calorie or low-fat products. This product is energy-dense (516 kcal/100g) and high in fat (28g/100g). The claim 'Sensible Snacking' is subjective and potentially misleading if consumers do not adhere to the small 20g serving size, given the high saturated fat content. The claims are not strictly non-compliant but border on being misleading.