The Snack Aisle Dilemma

Walk down any snack aisle and you’ll see three popular choices: classic potato chips, crunchy corn chips, and the newer star—vacuum-fried vegetable chips. All are tasty, but if you’re looking for the balance of health, flavor, and crunch, the differences matter.

Potato Chips

How They’re Made: Traditionally deep-fried at high heat (170–190 °C).

Nutritional Profile: High in starch and calories, usually with more oil absorbed during frying.

Pros: Universally loved, salty, crispy, and satisfying.

Cons: High oil absorption, loss of vitamins at high heat, and higher risk of acrylamide formation.

Corn Chips

How They’re Made: Typically from ground corn (masa), fried or baked into triangular or round chips.

Nutritional Profile: Denser and often higher in carbs than potato chips, sometimes with added flavorings.

Pros: Crunchier, gluten-free, strong flavor profile, great with dips.

Cons: Still fried at high heat, similar oil issues as potato chips, plus sodium content tends to be high.

Vacuum-Fried Vegetable Chips

How They’re Made: Vegetables like beetroot, carrot, okra, or sweet potato are fried under low-pressure vacuum at 80–160 °C. Excess oil is removed by centrifuge, leaving them lighter and crisp.

Nutritional Profile: Retain more natural vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants thanks to lower frying temperatures. Oil absorption is up to 50% less compared to traditional frying.

Pros: More nutrients, less oil, brighter colors, and natural flavor intact. Significantly lower acrylamide levels.

Cons: Usually pricier because of advanced frying technology.

Which One Should You Choose?
  • Choose Potato Chips if you want a classic, indulgent snack and aren’t worried about oil or calories.
  • Choose Corn Chips if you need a sturdier snack for dips or a gluten-free option.
  • Choose Vacuum-Fried Vegetable Chips if you want a guilt-free crunch with more nutrients, less oil, and cleaner flavors.

For everyday snacking, vacuum-fried veggie chips give you the crunch you crave without the heaviness of traditional chips.

Why Nuts & Roots Goes With Vacuum-Fried Veggie Chips

At Nuts & Roots, we believe snacks shouldn’t make you feel guilty. That’s why we use vacuum frying—keeping veggies colorful, crunchy, and nutritious while using less oil. It’s the smarter choice for anyone who wants to snack better.