The chickpea snack brand Hippeas has launched a new range of plant-based tortillas for healthy, guilt-free snacking.

Leonardo DiCaprio backed vegan snack brand Hippeas launched a new organic, gluten-free, vegan and totally delicious range of chickpea tortillas in three distinctive flavours on December 18.

The new variety of chips are made with chickpea flour, corn flour, sunflower oil, pea fiber and sea salt.

The chickpea chips provide 3 grams of protein, 3 grams of fiber and 150 to 160 calories per 1-oz serving.

The flavours include Straight Up Sea Salt, Rockin’ Ranch and Jalapeño Vegan Cheddar, with the latter two containing rice flour.

Hippeas Tortilla Chips are available exclusively at Whole Foods Market stores nationwide.

Better-for-you snacking

Joe Serventi, chief executive officer of Hippeas said: “We are excited about the launch of Hippeas Tortilla Chips.They’re made with the nutritional profiles our consumers demand; organic, gluten-free, plant-based, and they taste great.

“This product expansion signifies the growth of Hippeas as a snacking platform and lifestyle brand that our fans know and love. We are extremely fortunate to be recognized as a brand that is pioneering the next generation of better-for-you snacking and working closely with retailers such as Whole Foods Market to develop innovation that both retailers and consumers are looking for.”

Speaking on the new product line, David Woods, Senior Category Merchant for Grocery at Whole Foods Market said: “We are thrilled to be the exclusive launch partner for HIPPEAS’ new line of vegan tortilla chips.

“Plant-based and vegan items are continuing to drive growth across a wide array of categories, and we are excited to broaden our selection with this new, salty snack option that’s offered nationwide.”

Customers that tried out the chickpea tortillas, couldn’t stop raving about its deliciousness on social media.

“They are delicious ❤️,” wrote a fan.

“I WULD DIE FOR THESE CHIPS,” commented another.

“Hippeas Puffs are a staple food in my life. Love some variety coming,” added a third.

Hippeas

The Hippeas snacks range debuted in July 2016 with chickpea puffs asking all snackers to #GivePeasAChance® while also doing good in the world.

The chickpea snack puffs available in Vegan White Cheddar, Nacho Vibes, Bohemian Barbecue, Sriracha Sunshine and Himalayan Happiness flavors have been a huge hit since their launch officially taking over consumers’ tastes nationwide.

• Read: Meat consumption drops 80% when sufficient veggie options are available

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