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Bhuja Snacks  Original Mix
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Bhuja Snacks Original Mix

Majans Bhuja
7 oz
Available at Foodtown
140
Calories
5g
Protein
2g
Sugars
180mg
Sodium
2g
Fiber
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Majans Bhuja Original Mix arrives as a colorful, small-bag snack you’re likely to find on an endcap in the international or snack aisle, shelved near other Indian munchies, trail mixes, and crunchy pea or lentil chips. Shoppers reach for it when they want a flavorful grab-and-go treat — think movie nights, packed lunches, or a crunchy alternative for casual entertaining. The brand leans into South Asian heritage with a name and spice profile that signal an ethnic, adventurous snack; marketing often targets millennials and families who enjoy global flavors and convenient, shareable bites. The label typically highlights ingredients like chickpea and yellow pea flour and whole elements such as peas, peanuts, and raisins, giving a mildly wholesome or “protein-forward” halo, though it usually lacks organic certification and reads as a mainstream packaged snack rather than a natural or organic product. In plain terms, this is a processed, factory-made savory mix of extruded crisps, roasted peas, and seasoned nuts/starches — designed for long shelf life and consistent crunch. Sensory notes: a stiff, crunchy texture with popping shards of noodles and chip crisps, occasional softness from raisins, and warm, toasted spice aromatics (cumin, turmeric, chili, fennel). Packaging is a lightweight, sealed polyethylene bag with bright graphics; the ritual is casual scooping into a bowl or nibbling straight from the packet during commutes, study breaks, or social snacking. Overall it reads as an accessible, flavor-forward ethnic snack positioned between novelty and everyday convenience.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 0.5 cup
Servings per Container: 7
Calories140
% Daily Value*
Total Fat6g8%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium180mg8%
Total Carbohydrate16g6%
Dietary Fiber2g7%
Total Sugars2g
Protein5g
* 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

Noodles, and, Chip, Crisps, (Yellow, Pea, Flour,, Chickpea, Flour,, Hi-Oleic, Sunflower, and/or, Canola, Oil,, Rice, Flour,, Potato, Flake,, Tapioca, Starch,, Salt,, Sesame, Seeds,, Cumin),, Peas, (Coconut, Oil),, Peanuts,, Raisins,, Hi-Oleic, Sunflower, and/or, Canola, Oil,, Salt,, Spices, (Fennel, Seeds,, Chili, Powder,, Turmeric,, Paprika),, Maltodextrin,, Sugar..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • Hi-Oleic Sunflower 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 not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains industrial ingredients (maltodextrin), refined flours, and processed extruded crisps with added oils and flavoring; formulation and packaging indicate an ultra-processed snack product.

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Common Questions about Bhuja Snacks Original Mix

The Original Mix can be a tasty snack option, especially if you're looking for something crunchy and satisfying. It has a decent amount of protein and fiber for a snack, but it's not exactly a superfood. Think of it as a fun treat rather than a health food — great for munching on while watching a movie!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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