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365 by Whole Foods Market, Tater Puffs, 32 Ounce
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365 by Whole Foods Market, Tater Puffs, 32 Ounce

365 by Whole Foods Market
Available at Whole Foods
160
Calories
2g
Protein
0.99g
Sugars
330mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
24
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Found in the frozen aisle next to breakfast potatoes and hash browns, these tater puffs are the sort of freezer staple you grab for quick weekend breakfasts, kid-friendly dinners, or game-day sides. They feel nostalgic and comforting — a crunchy, indulgent shortcut to home fries — and the short ingredient list (potatoes, oil, salt, corn flour, small additives for browning/color) points to processed preparation for crisp texture rather than heavily engineered ultra‑processing.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 3 OZ
Servings per Container: 11
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat7g9%
Saturated Fat0.5g3%
Trans Fat0g
Cholesterol0mg0%
Sodium330mg14%
Total Carbohydrate22g8%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars0.99g
Protein2g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

POTATOES, SUNFLOWER, SEED, AND/OR, EXPELLER, PRESSED, CANOLA, OIL, SEA, SALT, CORN, FLOUR, DEHYDRATED, POTATOES, DEXTROSE, (TO, PROMOTE, BROWNING)**, CITRIC, ACID, (TO, PROMOTE, COLOR, RETENTION)..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • sunflower seed oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • canola oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole potatoes with added vegetable oil, salt and a few simple additives (dextrose, citric acid) to promote browning and color, this product is processed for convenience and texture but lacks the many industrial ingredients and formulations typical of ultra‑processed foods.

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Common Questions about 365 by Whole Foods Market, Tater Puffs, 32 Ounce

Healthiness can be a bit subjective! These Tater Puffs are relatively low in sugar and free from artificial sweeteners and preservatives, which is a plus. They're definitely a fun side or snack option, but if you're looking for something high in protein or fiber, you might want to pair them with a salad or some veggies.

Perfect For

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weekend-brunch
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Vibe:

nostalgiccomfortingconvenientindulgent
$4.99
per package