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Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Kettle Chips
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Kettle Chips

Boulder Canyon
5.25 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
19
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Kettle Chips live on the snack aisle, often tucked between premium chip brands and the “better-for-you” section near kettle, tortilla, and vegetable chip varieties. You’ll also spot them on endcaps with natural and specialty snacks or next to avocado- or olive-oil–branded items. These 5.25 oz bags are aimed at grab-and-go moments: a weekend picnic, a movie-night couch spread, or a crunchy side for an informal lunch. The brand leans into a premium, health-conscious positioning — marketing toward adults who want indulgent flavor but are mindful about oils and ingredient lists. Packaging highlights like “Avocado Oil” and short ingredient panels create a health-halo effect without organic certification; the bag typically emphasizes natural-sounding claims rather than child-oriented branding. In plain terms, these are fried, packaged potato chips: the potatoes are sliced, cooked in avocado oil, seasoned, and sealed for shelf life — a processed snack made from recognizable ingredients. Texturally they are kettle-cooked: pronounced crunch, irregular ridges, and a slightly oily mouthfeel that carries sea salt, black pepper, and savory garlicky notes from dried garlic, onion, and yeast extract. The ritual is tactile and social — tearing the bag open at a tailgate, digging into a bowl during board games, or pairing with sandwich lunches. The visual and verbal cues on the label aim to bridge indulgence and perceived naturalness, making them a familiar, slightly upscale presence in American grocery culture for shoppers seeking a crunchy, flavorful snack with a healthier-sounding twist.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 5.5
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat1.5g8%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
Added Sugars1g2%
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,, Avocado, Oil,, Rice, Flour,, Cane, Sugar,, Sea, Salt,, Black, Pepper,, Dried, Garlic,, Dried, Onion,, Yeast, Extract,, Spice, Extract..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • avocado oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Made from whole potatoes and a simple oil with seasonings, this product is a processed snack (added oil, salt, and flavor extracts) rather than a minimally processed whole food or a highly engineered formulation.

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Common Questions about Boulder Canyon Avocado Oil Kettle Chips

Well, 'healthy' can be a bit of a moving target, can't it? These chips have 140 calories and some decent flavor thanks to the avocado oil, but they do have added sugars and aren’t exactly high in fiber or protein. If you’re looking for a crunchy snack that satisfies without breaking the calorie bank, they’re a fun option, but like everything, moderation is key!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

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