Brad's Crunchy Kale, Vampire Killer
Why It Scored This Way
Good overall nutrition gives this product clear value, though some processing or minor tradeoffs keep it from ranking higher.
- No added sugar
- Moderate protein
- Low saturated fat
- Low fiber
Verdict
Brad's Crunchy Kale, Vampire Killer is a savory, dried kale snack flavored with garlic and miso. Its main strength is a simple formulation based on whole vegetables and seeds, while its main tradeoff is a relatively low nutrient density per calorie. Overall, it serves as a clean-label alternative to traditional salty chips.
How to Use This
Suitable for regular use a few times per week within a balanced diet, especially as part of a complete meal. Try it as a crunchy topping for a grain bowl or paired with hummus and sliced cucumbers on a snack plate.
Nutrition Overview
The profile is characterized by low saturated fat, though the fiber and protein levels are modest relative to the calorie count.
Nutrition Facts
| Nutrient | Amount | % Daily Value |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 90 | Per serving |
| Total Fat | 6g | 8% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Trans Fat | 0g | — |
| Sodium | 170mg | 7% |
| Total Carbs | 7g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber | 2g | 7% |
| Total Sugars | 1g | — |
| Added Sugars | 0g | 0% |
| Protein | 4g | — |
| Vitamin D | 0mcg | 0% |
| Calcium | 52mg | 4% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
| Potassium | 196mg | 4% |
Ingredient Analysis
The product is built from a base of kale, red bell peppers, and seeds. The addition of chickpea miso and garlic creates a savory flavor profile that keeps the processing level moderate.
Ingredients
Kale (Represents Organic Ingredient), Red Bell Peppers (Represents Organic Ingredient), Sunflower Seeds (Represents Organic Ingredient), Cashews (Represents Organic Ingredient), Lemon Juice (Represents Organic Ingredient), Scallions (Represents Organic Ingredient), Garlic (Represents Organic Ingredient), Chickpea Miso (Represents Organic Ingredient) (Rice (Represents Organic Ingredient), Chick Peas (Represents Organic Ingredient), Sea Salt, Water, Koji Spores (Aspergillus Oryzael), Himalayan Salt.
