Is Mighty Organic Tortilla Chips Keto?

The Ingredient Breakdown

As a food scientist, I look past the marketing claims of "organic" and "avocado oil" to see what is actually in the bag. While the ingredient list is short, two specific items immediately disqualify this product for the keto diet.

The first and most obvious issue is ORGANIC STONE GROUND YELLOW CORN. Corn is a high-starch grain. On a gram-for-gram basis, corn contains significantly more carbohydrates than the leafy greens and low-carb vegetables that form the base of a keto diet. When you eat corn, your body breaks those starches down into glucose (sugar), which spikes blood sugar and insulin levels. This is the exact metabolic state the keto diet aims to avoid.

The second red flag is ORGANIC MALTODEXTRIN. This is a highly processed sugar derivative often made from corn, rice, or potatoes. Even though it is "organic," its chemical structure allows it to be absorbed almost instantly, often causing a faster blood sugar spike than table sugar itself. On a keto diet, where you typically limit net carbs to under 20-25 grams per day, adding a concentrated carb source like maltodextrin is a recipe for getting kicked out of ketosis.

On a positive note, the inclusion of ORGANIC AVOCADO OIL is excellent. Avocado oil is high in monounsaturated fats and has a high smoke point, making it a stable and heart-healthy choice. However, the quality of the fat cannot outweigh the high carbohydrate load of the corn base.

Nutritional Value

When evaluating these chips, the macro breakdown tells the story. A standard serving of tortilla chips is usually around 1 ounce (28g). In that serving, you are looking at roughly 130 to 150 calories, with the vast majority coming from carbohydrates.

While the fat content is decent due to the avocado oil, the Net Carb count is the dealbreaker. A single serving of corn chips typically contains 15g or more of total carbohydrates. In the keto world, eating just one serving could consume your entire carb allowance for a meal, leaving no room for vegetables or other nutrient-dense foods.

Furthermore, the sugar content—exacerbated by the maltodextrin and the organic lime and lemon juices—adds to the glycemic load. Even if the sugar count on the label seems low, the maltodextrin acts similarly to sugar in the body. Therefore, from a nutritional standpoint, these chips provide empty calories (high energy, low micronutrients) that do not align with the metabolic goals of ketosis.