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Tortitas de maíz
Product Insights
Tortitas de maíz are puffed corn cakes made primarily from corn (98 %), with added salt, high‑oleic sunflower oil and soy‑derived lecithin, placing them in the plant‑based cereals category. They carry a Nutri‑Score of B and belong to NOVA group 4, reflecting an ultra‑processed product that is low in sugars and saturated fat but relatively high in carbohydrates, energy (376 kcal per 100 g) and contains a moderate amount of salt (0.85 g / 100 g). While the snack provides 5.6 g of dietary fiber and 8.2 g of protein per 100 g, its high starch content and processed nature may limit its suitability for low‑carb or low‑salt diets.
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Nutritional Values
Values per 100 g/ml
Comparative Analysis
Compared with average puffed‑cereal snacks, Tortitas de maíz contain far less sugar (1.2 g vs 9 g), lower fat (2 g vs 6.94 g) and salt (0.85 g vs 2.96 g), but they are higher in carbohydrates (80 g vs 63.97 g), energy (376 kcal vs 353.32 kcal) and slightly lower in protein (8.2 g vs 9.76 g).
Ingredients
Maíz (98%), sal, aceite de girasol alto oleico, emulgente (lecitina de soja)
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