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Tostitos Hint of Lime Bite Size Rounds
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Tostitos Hint of Lime Bite Size Rounds

Tostitos
17 oz
Available at Foodtown
150
Calories
2g
Protein
1g
Sugars
130mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
33
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Tostitos Hint of Lime Bite Size Rounds (17 oz) are a mainstream, party-ready snack you’ll find in the grocery snack aisle alongside other chips, pretzels, and tortilla chips—often shelved near salsas, party dips, and other bagged chips. Packaged in a large, brightly labeled plastic bag designed to be resealable at home, these small round corn crisps advertise a tangy lime twist on a familiar corn base. They are marketed for casual social occasions—game nights, backyard gatherings, and family movie nights—and are easy to grab on weekly grocery runs, last-minute party shopping, or road-trip prep. Tostitos’ brand positioning leans on sociability and shared moments: approachable, family-friendly, and centered on communal snacking rather than gourmet cred. The label includes modest “natural flavors” wording and emphasizes flavor variety, but contains no organic or whole-food certifications; the front-of-package messaging tends to focus on taste and fun rather than health claims. Nutritionally, a typical serving is 150 calories with about 130 mg sodium and 1 g sugar, signaling an indulgent yet familiar snack portion. In plain language, this product is a highly processed manufactured snack made from refined corn, vegetable oils, added flavorings, and texturizing ingredients. Sensory-wise the rounds are thin, crispy, and uniformly crunchy with a powdered lime tang and a faint dairy-sour cream note, intended for direct snacking or scooping dips. Ritual use often involves sharing from the bag during sports viewing, dipping into salsa or queso, or packing small portions for casual lunches and road trips.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 20
Servings per Container: 17
Calories150
% Daily Value*
Total Fat8g10%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium130mg6%
Total Carbohydrate18g7%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars1g
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

Corn,, Vegetable, Oil, (Corn,, Canola,, and/or, Sunflower, Oil),, and, Less, than, 2%, of, Maltodextrin, (Made, from, Corn),, Salt,, Sugar,, Natural, Flavors,, Dextrose,, Sour, Cream, (Cultured, Cream,, Skim, Milk),, Whey,, Spices,, and, Yeast, Extract..

Flagged Ingredients:

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

Dietary Labels

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

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

Contains refined ingredients, industrially processed vegetable oils, maltodextrin, added sugars, dextrose, natural flavors, and other flavor enhancers—typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Tostitos Hint of Lime Bite Size Rounds

Well, 'healthy' can mean different things to different people! These chips clock in at 150 calories per serving, with a modest amount of fat and low sugar. If you're looking for a tasty snack to enjoy in moderation, they can definitely fit into a balanced diet, especially when paired with some guacamole or salsa.

Perfect For

game-day-prep
movie-night
road-trip

Vibe:

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