Life’s a JOURNEY. Bring a SNACK!

Snacking has lots of fans.  This practice is up by nine percent since 2014.  Busier lifestyles, an increase in smaller households and more flexible meal times are the primary drivers according to research by Technomic Inc. 2016 Consumer Food Trends Report. Consumers want portable, healthy snacks with new and unique flavors. If this is the criteria, Rhythm Superfoods, a new snack line made in Austin, Texas, the live music capitol of the world, nails it. Listen to their playlist as you read on. They make six varieties of kale chips (three roasted, three air-crisped), two broccoli bites and two beet chips. Honestly,  I prefer my kale freshly shredded, I don’t like cruciferous vegetables and I prefer concentrated beet juice in a shot glass 2 hours before a run. To each his own! I’m certain this snack line will have many fans because they share at least a dozen of the following nutrition attributes:

1. Certified Gluten Free
2. Good source of fiber
3. Good source of protein
4. Cane sugar if added
5. Vegan
6. Non GMO project verified
7. Dried not fried
8. Ten or fewer ingredients, all recognizable
9. Less than 150 calories per serving
10. Less than 260 milligrams of sodium per serving
11. Added protein in the form of sesame seeds and cashews to keep you fuller longer.
12. Good sources of Vitamin antioxidants A and C
13. Raw food designation
14. Their portable, healthy and come in unique flavors

Rhythm Superfoods knowingly acknowledge that “superfoods” is not a regulated term but they really do it justice with their ingredients and use it anyway. Here’s the ingredient and nutrition profile from a dietitian’s view.

Kale Chips

Kale is an excellent source of Vitamins A, C and K in addition to being rich in antioxidants, phytochemicals and carotenoids.  The sesame seeds give this snack an added crunch and adds protein to keep you fuller longer and nourish muscles. They’re air-crisped under low heat to maximize nutrient retention and allow their “raw” status.

Ingredients: kale, sunflower seeds, tahini, carrot, apple cider vinegar, cane sugar, onion, sea salt and lemon juice.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 150 calories, 12 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams protein, 8 grams fat, 0.5 grams saturated fat, 200 mg sodium, 38% Daily Value Vitamin A, 9% Vitamin C, 8% Calcium and 8% Iron.

Kale Chips Zesty Nachos

Ingredients: kale, sunflower seeds, tahini, onion, red bell pepper, apple cider vinegar, cane sugar, carrot, sea salt, garlic, lemon juice and chipotle powder.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 140 calories, 12 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams protein, 7 grams fat, 0.5 grams saturated fat, 190 mg sodium, 46% Daily Value Vitamin A, 17% Vitamin C, 8% Calcium and 8% Iron.

Kale Chips Kool Ranch

Ingredients: kale, sunflower seeds, tahini, carrot, cane sugar, apple cider vinegar, onion, sea salt, lemon juice, dill weed, garlic and white pepper.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 140 calories, 13 grams carbohydrate, 6 grams protein, 7 grams fat, 0.5 grams saturated fat, 220 mg sodium, 55% Daily Value Vitamin A, 9% Vitamin C, 8% Calcium and 8% Iron.

Roasted Kale Sea Salt

In it’s roasted chips, Rhythm Superfoods uses 100% fresh organic Lacinato kale a variety traditionally used in Italian dishes.

Ingredients: Lacinato kale, high oleic sunflower oil and sea salt.

Nutrition Facts: (10.5 grams) 60 calories, 4 grams carbohydrate, 1 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 0 grams saturated fat, 250 mg sodium, 60% Daily Value Vitamin A, 10% Vitamin C, 6% Calcium and 4% Iron.

Roasted Kale Smoky Bacon

Ingredients: Lacinato kale, high oleic sunflower oil, sea salt, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, natural smoke flavor, black pepper, and Vitamin E from sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts: (10.5 grams) 60 calories, 4 grams carbohydrate, 1 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 0 grams saturated fat, 250 mg sodium, 60% Daily Value Vitamin A, 10% Vitamin C, 6% Calcium and 4% Iron.

Roasted Kale Roasted Onion and Garlic

Ingredients: Lacinato kale, high oleic sunflower oil, onion, garlic, sea salt, cane sugar, black  pepper, and Vitamin E from sunflower seeds.

Nutrition Facts: (10.5 grams) 60 calories, 5 grams carbohydrate, 1 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 0 grams saturated fat, 125 mg sodium, 50% Daily Value Vitamin A, 10% Vitamin C, 6% Calcium and 4% Iron.

Broccoli Bites Asian Citrus

These dehydrated broccoli bites are tossed in a light dressing and dehydrated for a cruciferous crunch.  Broccoli is an excellent source of Vitamin C and the sunflower and cashew combination make this snack a good source of protein.

Ingredients: Broccoli, sunflower seeds, cashews, tamari soy sauce, cane sugar, rice vinegar, onion, lemon juice, orange extract and ginger.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 150 calories, 14 grams carbohydrate, 7 grams protein, 8 grams fat, 1 gram saturated fat, 260 mg sodium, 10% Daily Value Vitamin A, 110% Vitamin C, 4% calcium and 10% iron.

Broccoli Bites Garden Ranch

Ingredients: Broccoli, sunflower seeds, cashews,  apple cider vinegar, onion, cane sugar, lemon juice, dill weed, sea salt, garlic and white pepper.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 150 calories, 15 grams carbohydrate, 7 grams protein, 8 grams fat, 1 gram saturated fat, 230 mg sodium, 10% Daily Value Vitamin A, 110% Vitamin C, 6% calcium and 10% iron.

Beet Chips with Sea Salt

Yes they taste like beets but are crunchy like a chip. They’re dehydrated, not fried.  From a health standpoint, beets are a good source of potassium and nitrates.  Potassium helps to regulate blood pressure and muscle contraction and nitrates that are converted to nitrites by the body.  Nitrites have been widely studies to enhance athletic performance by improving blood flow, enhancing muscle contraction and improving neuron communication.

Ingredients: beets, high oleic sunflower oil, sea salt.

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 130 calories, 20 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams protein, 4 grams fat, 0 grams saturated fat, 200 mg sodium, 480 mg potassium, 4% Daily Value Calcium, 4% Iron.

Beet Chips Naked

This version is good for individuals who need to watch their sodium intake.

Ingredients: Beets

Nutrition Facts: (28 grams) 100 calories, 22 grams carbohydrate, 3 grams protein, 0 grams fat, 0 grams saturated fat, 90 mg sodium, 510 mg potassium, 4% Daily Value Calcium, 4% Iron.

All products were provide free for review by Rhythm Superfoods who believe in making nutrient dense options that are all-good for your body.

Click here to locate where Rhythm Superfoods are sold. As the company says, find your rhythm and never miss a beat.

Categories: Nutrition & Wellness, The Grocery Aisle

Tags: Beet chip nutrition, broccoli bites, Healthy Snacks, Kale chip nutrition, Kale chips, Rhythm Foods