Quest

The Quest Spicy Sweet Chili Tortilla Style earns a disappointing 2 out of 5 green leaves on our clean food scale. This product falls short in offering a healthy, clean snack option, primarily due to its use of non-organic, GMO ingredients, and harmful additives.

At the outset, it is not organic and incorporates non-GMO ingredients, which are two significant missteps for any food product aiming to offer a clean option. The use of these lower quality ingredients compromises the overall health value of the Quest tortilla chips.

Moreover, the product contains added sugars, including Stevia and Citric Acid. These sugars contribute to the product’s overall sweetness but also detract from its healthfulness. Many consumers are increasingly wary of added sugars, and their presence here is a clear negative.

The inclusion of potentially harmful additives further detracts from the product’s quality. It contains Natural Flavor, Flavor, and Soy Lecithin, all of which are unnecessary and could potentially harm consumers’ health. Clean food should be free of such additives, and their inclusion here is a significant drawback.

Lastly, the product incorporates harmful oils, namely Canola, Soybean Oil, and Vegetable Oil. These oils are often processed and can lead to health issues when consumed regularly. A cleaner alternative would be to use healthier oil options such as olive oil or avocado oil.

Taking all these factors into account, the Quest Spicy Sweet Chili Tortilla Style is far from a clean food option. Despite its protein content, the use of non-organic and GMO ingredients, added sugars, harmful additives, and unhealthy oils make it less than desirable for consumers looking for healthy snack alternatives. There are numerous ways to improve this product, starting with the use of organic and non-GMO ingredients, eliminating added sugars and harmful additives, and replacing unhealthy oils with healthier alternatives. The current version of this product does not meet the standards of clean food.