They are packed with the best amount of seasoning, flavor, and the perfect crunch. But if you follow a vegan lifestyle, you may be wondering: are Takis vegan?
Takis in Fuego, Nitro, and Salsa Brava flavors are considered vegan as they do not contain non-vegan ingredients. However, Xplosion, Guacamole, and Crunchy Fajitas Takis contain milk and/or eggs, making them notably non-vegan. None of the Takis varieties contain the vegan certification label. The best vegan alternative to Takis is Thrive Market Grain-Free Puffs in Vegan Nacho.
In this article, we’ll go over which Takis flavors are vegan and non-vegan while providing healthy vegan alternatives that are guilt-free. Let’s dig in!
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Are Takis Bad For You?
Yes, as Takis are not the healthiest and don’t contain the best ingredients. If you check out the ingredients list for any Takis product, you’ll note the addition of preservatives and monosodium glutamate (MSG). MSG has been a worldwide controversial ingredient as it has caused a notable reaction in people (such as nausea, weakness, chest pain, heart palpitations, etc.) Though recognized by the FDA as “generally recognized as safe”, it is not recommended to be consumed due to these recognized symptoms from consumption. Takis also contains a large amount of sodium and fat.
Moderation is always important when consuming products such as Takis, which can be easily consumed in one sitting (especially with the pack of flavor and high sodium content). There are thankfully healthier, yet still flavorful, alternatives to replace Takis, while still enjoying these treats for taste.
Vegan Takis Nutritional Facts
Takis, Fuego
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola Oil and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Seasoning [Salt, Maltodextrin, Citric Acid, Sugar, Monosodium Glutamate, Hydrolyzed Soy Protein, Onion Powder, Yeast Extract, Artificial Color (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake), Natural and Artificial Flavors, Baking Soda, Soybean Oil, Chili Pepper (Chile), Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, TBHQ (Antioxidant)]
- CONTAINS SOY
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
Taki’s Fuego flavor contains all-vegan ingredients. They may not be the healthiest, but these Fuego chips, crunchy rolled tortilla chips with that hot flavor that has your tastebuds screaming for more, are an intense snack that is conveniently vegan-friendly.
Takis, Zombie
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Maltodextrin
- Salt
- Citric Acid
- Dextrose
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Sugar
- Onion Powder
- Natural and Artificial Flavors
- Artificial Colors (Yellow 5 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Yellow 5)
- Gum Arabic
- Mannitol
- MAY CONTAIN WHEAT, MILK, EGG, AND SOY
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
These Zombie Taki’s are just the right amount of spooky and flavor of Halloween! With habanero and cucumber flavoring for the perfect, flavorful combination, these snacks are vegan-friendly, but be aware. There is a warning in the ingredients list that they may contain wheat, milk, eggs and/or soy. Though there are no notable ingredients that are not vegan, it is up to the individual on whether they want to avoid and try out these chips!
Takis, Nitro
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Maltodextrin
- Salt
- Citric Acid
- Dextrose
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Sugar
- Onion Powder
- Natural and Artificial Flavors
- Artificial Colors (Red 40 Lake, Yellow 6 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Yellow 5 Lake)
- Gum Arabic
- Mannitol
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
Part lime, part cucumber, and part habanero, these Nitro Takis also have an intense flare of heat so beware if your tastebuds can’t handle a bite of spice! These Nitro Takis don’t contain any notable non-vegan ingredients but they also don’t have the “vegan” label, so it’s up to the individual on whether they want to try out these bad boys.
Takis, Salsa Brava
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn
- Palm Oil
- Seasoning (Salt, Maltodextrin, Corn Flour, Monosodium Glutamate, Sugar, Corn Oil, Red Pepper Powder, Spices, Vegetable Protein (Soybean), Citric Acid, Artificial Flavor, Artificial Colors (FD&C Red 40, FD&C Yellow 6, FD&C Blue 1), Sodium Diacetate, Acetic Acid)
- Contains 2% or Less of the Following:
- Antioxidants (TBHQ and/or BHA and BHT)
- Traces of Lime
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 7g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
Flavored with hot sauce, these Salsa Brava Takis bring the heat and the flavor. The product does not contain any notable non-vegan ingredients but they also don’t have the “vegan” label, so it’s up to the individual on whether they want to give these hot and flavorful chips a try!
Non-Vegan Takis Nutritional Facts
Takis, Xplosion
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Maltodextrin
- Sugar
- Salt
- Potassium Chloride
- Citric Acid
- Natural and Artificial Colors
- Whey (MILK)
- Monosodium Glutamate
- Hydrolyzed Soybean Protein
- Cheese
- Vegetable Shortening Powder (Palm Oil, Corn Syrup Solids, Sodium Caseinate (MILK), Mono and Diglycerides, Citric Acid)
- Artificial Colors (Yellow 6 Lake and Yellow 5 Lake)
- Onion
- Chili Pepper (Chile)
- Disodium Inosinate
- Disodium Guanylate
- TBHQ (Antioxidant)
- CONTAINS SOY AND MILK
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
These Xplosion Taki Chips are flavored with chili pepper and cheese, giving it a hot and cheesy taste of flavor. This flavor is unfortunately not vegan as it contains milk (sodium caseinate and whey) and cheese.
Takis, Guacamole
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Seasoning [Maltodextrin, Salt, Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (Corn), Monosodium Glutamate, Tomato Powder, Citric Acid, Onion Powder, Garlic Powder, Modified Corn Starch, Sugar, Acetic Acid, Sodium Caseinate (MILK), Dipotassium Phosphate, Spices, Natural and Artificial Colors, Silicon Dioxide, Disodium Inosinate, Disodium Guanylate, Mono and Diglycerides, Yellow 5, BHA (Antioxidant), Blue 1, Red 40]
- Artificial Flavor
- CONTAINS MILK
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 150
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
It’s guac time! These Guacamole Takis might have the “mild” flavor tag but they still have a kick of spice and definitely loads of delish guacamole flavor. They, unfortunately, are not vegan-friendly as they contain milk (sodium caseinate).
Takis, Crunchy Fajitas
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Corn Masa Flour (Processed with Lime)
- Vegetable Oil (Palm and/or Soybean and/or Canola and/or Rice Bran Oil)
- Seasoning [Maltodextrin, Salt, Monosodium Glutamate, Corn Starch, Chili Pepper (Chile), Citric Acid, Onion Powder, Natural and Artificial Flavors (MILK, EGG), Artificial Colors (Yellow 6 Lake, Blue 1 Lake, Red 40 Lake), Dextrose, Sugar]
- CONTAINS MILK AND EGG
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 140
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 17g
- Protein- 2g
Your favorite Mexican dish is now in chip form! These Crunchy Fajitas Chips might even out-do your favorite dish with the amount of flavor it has. They, unfortunately, are not vegan-friendly as they contain milk and egg (natural and artificial flavors).
Healthy Vegan Alternatives to Takis
Thrive Market, Non-GMO Grain-Free Puffs Vegan Nacho
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Cassava Flour
- Navy Bean Meal
- Organic Coconut Oil
- Vegan Nacho Seasoning (Maltodextrin, Sea Salt, Onion Powder, Natural Flavor, Sugar, Tomato Powder, Garlic Powder, Yeast Extract, Green Bell Pepper Powder, Paprika, Spices, Paprika Extract, Lactic Acid, Citric Acid, White Distilled Vinegar, Jalapeno Pepper)
- Gluten-free
- Dairy-free
- Vegan
- Non-GMO
- Kosher
- BPA-free
- CONTAINS COCONUT
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 130
- Total Fat- 0g
- Total Carbs- 15g
- Protein- 2g
Thrive Market’s Vegan Nacho Grain-free (and non-GMO) puffs are worth the money. A great addition to lunch, game days, or even just as a guilt-free snack, these puffs are the perfect healthy and vegan alternative to Takis.
Beanfield’s, Spicy Nacho Vegan Cracklins
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Navy Beans
- Safflowers or Sunflower Oil
- Cassava Flour
- Chickpea Protein
- Seasoning Blend
- Tapioca Starch
- Contains 2% or Less of:
- Tomato Powder
- Onion Powder
- Garlic Powder
- Spices
- Sea Salt
- Cane Sugar
- Paprika Extract (Color)
- Citric Acid
- Lactic Acid Powder
- Natural Flavors
- Yeast Extract
- Gluten-free
- Vegan
- Non-GMO
- Grain-free
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 130
- Total Fat- 8g
- Total Carbs- 14g
- Protein- 4g
With that necessary twist and twinge of spicy nacho flavor, these Spicy Nacho Vegan Cracklins by Beansfield’s is just what you need. Vegan and gluten-free, this product is the alternative to Takis that overpower with flavor and deliciousness.
Siete, Dairy-free Fuego Tortilla Chips
Ingredients for this flavor include:
- Cassava Flour
- Avocado Oil
- Coconut Flour
- Red Chile Powder
- Nutritional Yeast
- Coconut Milk Powder
- Beet Powder
- Sea Salt
- Chia Seed
- Tomato Powder
- Jalapeno Powder
- Citric Acid
- Lactic Acid
- Garlic Powder
- Onion Powder
- Habanero Powder
- Grain-free
- Dairy-free
- Non-GMO
- Gluten-free
- Soy-free
- Vegan
- Paleo
Nutrition Facts (per 1 oz., 28g):
- Calories- 130
- Total Fat- 7g
- Total Carbs- 19g
- Protein- 1g
If spice is your thing, these Fuego Grain-free Tortilla Chips by Siete are too. Using chili peppers, jalapeno and habanero, these chips have a kick that will have you coming back for more.
Related Questions
Can I find a Takis powder for seasoning?
If there’s a will, there’s a way!
Though the company Takis does not create their own Taki seasoning, there are other companies that have made a good fortune selling the popular seasoning. You can find Takis Powder by the Mexican Candy Lady, or you can use this Taki Spice Powder recipe to make your own version at home!
Are there Takis flavored Pringles?
There are! Takis has catered to the people and their love of the thin, curved chips by creating these Takis Crisps Fuego Pringles. Just click on the link to buy your first batch and enjoy this cylinder container of spice and flavor!
What is the heat scale for Takis?
On the Scoville scale, Takis fall between a Hungarian Pepper and a Jalapeño. In total, they round up to about 10,000 Scoville units. Out of all their flavors, there are three that battle as the hottest in all of Takis flavors. The Fuego flavor is the spiciest (combined with the hot punch of hot chili pepper and lime flavoring). The Flare flavor has a milder take with chili pepper lime flavors and Smokin’ Lime, the mildest out of the whole group, combines the flavor of smoky chipotle and citrusy lime.