Calories in Tortilla chips, yellow, plain, salted
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Tortilla chips, yellow, plain, salted contains 497 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving of 1 oz (28.4 g) provides about 141 kcal.
Roughly 54% of its calories come from carbohydrates, with 40% from fat and 5% from protein (estimated with general energy factors).
That is more energy than the typical item in snacks on FoodFactly, where the median is 434 kcal per 100 g across 176 foods.
100 g provides 20% of the Daily Value for magnesium, 20% of the Daily Value for Vitamin E and 19% of the Daily Value for phosphorus.
The data comes from USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, where most core values were measured by laboratory analysis.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Amount per 100 g | % DV |
|---|---|---|
| Calories C | 497 kcal | |
| Total fat M | 22.3 g | 29% |
| Saturated fat C | 2.8 g | 14% |
| Trans fat C | 0.066 g | |
| Cholesterol C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Sodium M | 310 mg | 13% |
| Total carbohydrates C | 67.4 g | 25% |
| Dietary fiber M | 4.7 g | 17% |
| Total sugars M | 1.2 g | |
| Protein M | 6.6 g | 13% |
| Vitamin A C | 8 µg | 0.9% |
| Vitamin C C | 0 mg | 0% |
| Vitamin D C | 0 µg | 0% |
| Vitamin E C | 3 mg | 20% |
| Vitamin K C | 0.6 µg | 0.5% |
| Thiamin (B1) M | 0.13 mg | 11% |
| Riboflavin (B2) M | 0.043 mg | 3% |
| Niacin (B3) M | 1.5 mg | 9% |
| Pantothenic acid (B5) M | 0.41 mg | 8% |
| Vitamin B6 M | 0.2 mg | 12% |
| Folate (B9) C | 22 µg | 6% |
| Vitamin B12 C | 0 µg | 0% |
| Choline C | 19.1 mg | 3% |
| Calcium M | 104 mg | 8% |
| Iron M | 1.3 mg | 7% |
| Magnesium M | 84 mg | 20% |
| Phosphorus M | 234 mg | 19% |
| Potassium M | 206 mg | 4% |
| Zinc M | 1.5 mg | 13% |
| Copper M | 0.11 mg | 12% |
| Manganese M | 0.36 mg | 16% |
| Selenium M | 8.4 µg | 15% |
| Fluoride C | 0 µg |
% DV: percent of the FDA Daily Value for adults (reference amounts). Letters show how each value was obtained: M measured, C calculated, L label, Z assumed zero, I imputed. Vitamins and minerals not listed were not reported by the source.
Nutritional breakdown
- Protein 5%
- Carbohydrates 54%
- Fat 40%
Approximate share of calories, using general energy factors (4 kcal/g protein and carbohydrate, 9 kcal/g fat, 7 kcal/g alcohol).
Vitamins and minerals, % Daily Value per 100 g
Nutritional insights
- Protein6.6 gbelow the median for snacks (median 8 g)
- Fiber4.7 gabove the median for snacks (median 4.3 g)
- Sugars1.2 gbelow the median for snacks (median 8.8 g)
- Fat22.3 gabove the median for snacks (median 15.4 g)
- Saturated fat2.8 gbelow the median for snacks (median 3.9 g)
- Sodium310 mgbelow the median for snacks (median 319 mg)
- Protein per 100 kcal1.3 gprotein density, useful for comparing foods with different calorie levels
- Water1.9 gwater per 100 g, which largely explains differences between raw, cooked and dried forms
Full nutrient profile
Fats and cholesterol (2)
| Monounsaturated fat C | 8.6 g |
|---|---|
| Polyunsaturated fat C | 9.2 g |
Sugars and starch (7)
| Starch M | 60.6 g |
|---|---|
| Sucrose M | 0.89 g |
| Glucose M | 0.16 g |
| Fructose M | 0.16 g |
| Lactose M | 0 g |
| Maltose M | 0 g |
| Galactose M | 0 g |
Individual fatty acids (46)
| EPA (omega-3, 20:5 n-3) M | 0.005 g |
|---|---|
| DHA (omega-3, 22:6 n-3) M | 0 g |
| ALA (omega-3, 18:3 n-3) M | 0.31 g |
| Linoleic acid (omega-6, 18:2) ? | 8.8 g |
| SFA 4:0 M | 0.007 g |
| SFA 6:0 M | 0 g |
| SFA 8:0 M | 0.01 g |
| SFA 10:0 M | 0.023 g |
| SFA 12:0 M | 0.002 g |
| SFA 14:0 M | 0.021 g |
| SFA 16:0 M | 2.1 g |
| SFA 18:0 M | 0.47 g |
| SFA 20:0 M | 0.056 g |
| MUFA 18:1 ? | 8.4 g |
| PUFA 18:3 ? | 0.31 g |
| PUFA 20:4 M | 0.003 g |
| SFA 22:0 M | 0.021 g |
| MUFA 14:1 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 16:1 ? | 0.027 g |
| PUFA 18:4 M | 0 g |
| MUFA 20:1 M | 0.1 g |
| MUFA 22:1 ? | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 22:5 n-3 (DPA) M | 0 g |
| SFA 15:0 M | 0.004 g |
| SFA 17:0 M | 0.013 g |
| SFA 24:0 M | 0.025 g |
| TFA 16:1 t M | 0 g |
| TFA 18:1 t M | 0.02 g |
| TFA 22:1 t M | 0 g |
| TFA 18:2 t not further defined M | 0.046 g |
| PUFA 18:2 CLAs M | 0.011 g |
| MUFA 24:1 c M | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 20:2 n-6 c,c M | 0.009 g |
| MUFA 16:1 c M | 0.027 g |
| MUFA 18:1 c M | 8.4 g |
| PUFA 18:2 n-6 c,c M | 8.8 g |
| MUFA 22:1 c M | 0.003 g |
| PUFA 18:3 n-6 c,c,c M | 0 g |
| MUFA 17:1 M | 0.005 g |
| PUFA 20:3 ? | 0 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-monoenoic C | 0.02 g |
| Fatty acids, total trans-polyenoic C | 0.046 g |
| MUFA 15:1 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-3 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 20:3 n-6 M | 0 g |
| PUFA 22:4 M | 0.001 g |
Carotenoids (7)
| Beta-carotene M | 39 µg |
|---|---|
| Lycopene C | 0 µg |
| Lutein + zeaxanthin C | 1,198 µg |
| Retinol C | 0 µg |
| Carotene, alpha C | 56 µg |
| Vitamin D (D2 + D3), International Units Z | 0 IU |
| Cryptoxanthin, beta M | 57 µg |
Other components (12)
| Water M | 1.9 g |
|---|---|
| Alcohol C | 0 g |
| Caffeine C | 0 mg |
| Ash M | 1.7 g |
| Theobromine C | 0 mg |
| Energy C | 2,080 kJ |
| Vitamin A, IU C | 158 IU |
| Folic acid C | 0 µg |
| Folate, food C | 22 µg |
| Betaine C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin E, added C | 0 mg |
| Vitamin B-12, added C | 0 µg |
Other forms of Tortilla chips
Raw, cooked, dried and processed versions are separate records with their own measured values.
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Tortilla chips, low fat, baked without fat Cooked | 448 | 11 g | 80.2 g | 5.7 g |
| Tortilla chips, plain | 472 | 7.1 g | 67.8 g | 20.7 g |
| Tortilla chips, flavored | 519 | 7.4 g | 60.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Tortilla chips, nacho cheese flavor (Doritos) | 519 | 7.4 g | 60.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Tortilla chips, cool ranch flavor (Doritos) | 470 | 7.1 g | 67.4 g | 20.6 g |
| Tortilla chips, other flavors (Doritos) | 519 | 7.4 g | 60.8 g | 27.4 g |
| Tortilla chips, reduced fat, plain | 411 | 10.9 g | 79.1 g | 5.6 g |
| Tortilla chips, reduced fat, flavored | 411 | 10.9 g | 79.1 g | 5.6 g |
| Tortilla chips, low fat, unsalted | 416 | 11 g | 80.1 g | 5.7 g |
| Tortilla chips, reduced sodium | 489 | 9.4 g | 68.1 g | 19.8 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Foods with a similar nutritional profile
| Food | Calories | Protein | Carbs | Fat |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Snacks, tortilla chips, unsalted, white corn | 503 | 7.8 g | 65.3 g | 23.4 g |
| Snacks, tortilla chips, plain, white corn, salted | 472 | 7.1 g | 67.8 g | 20.7 g |
| Potato chips, without salt, reduced fat | 487 | 7.1 g | 67.8 g | 20.8 g |
| Snacks, potato chips, reduced fat | 471 | 7.1 g | 66.9 g | 20.8 g |
| Potato chips, reduced fat | 482 | 7 g | 67.1 g | 20.6 g |
| Snacks, tortilla chips, taco-flavor | 480 | 7.9 g | 63.1 g | 24.2 g |
| Snacks, crisped rice bar, almond | 458 | 7 g | 64.6 g | 20.4 g |
| Snacks, tortilla chips, ranch-flavor | 501 | 7.2 g | 62.7 g | 24.6 g |
Per 100 g. Calories in kcal. n/a: not reported by the source.
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in tortilla chips?
100 g of tortilla chips has 497 kcal. 1 oz (28.4 g): about 141 kcal.
How much protein is in tortilla chips?
Tortilla chips contains 6.6 g of protein per 100 g (13% of the 50 g Daily Value), or 1.9 g in 1 oz (28.4 g). About 5% of its calories come from protein. Compared with other snacks, that is below the median (median 8 g).
How many carbs are in tortilla chips?
Tortilla chips has 67.4 g of total carbohydrates per 100 g, including 4.7 g of fiber and 1.2 g of sugars.
How much fat is in tortilla chips?
Tortilla chips contains 22.3 g of fat per 100 g, of which 2.8 g is saturated (14% of the Daily Value).
What vitamins and minerals does tortilla chips contain?
Per 100 g, the most notable amounts relative to the Daily Value are magnesium (20% DV), Vitamin E (20% DV), phosphorus (19% DV), manganese (16% DV) and selenium (15% DV). The full list is in the vitamins and minerals table above.
How much sodium is in tortilla chips?
100 g contains 310 mg of sodium, 13% of the 2,300 mg Daily Value.
Does tortilla chips have the same nutrition not specified and cooked?
No. Per 100 g, tortilla chips, yellow, plain, salted has 497 kcal, while tortilla chips, low fat, baked without fat has 448 kcal. Cooking changes the water content, so always use the record that matches how you weigh the food.
Where does this nutrition data come from?
From USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record dated April 1, 2019. FoodFactly last checked it on November 6, 2026. Each value above shows whether it was measured, calculated or taken from a label.
Source of the nutrition information
- USDA FoodData Central: SR Legacy, record 173143. License: CC0 1.0 (U.S. public domain). Source record dated April 1, 2019. Imported November 6, 2026.
Last updated: . Data quality score: 100/100 (how it is calculated).
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