Forget protein shakes – one serving of ProTings crisps packs a whopping 15 grams of protein. I’ve never expected so much power from chips before. Pretty neat!

These ProTings baked crisps were included in my January Vegan Cuts snack box, and I was surprised to see that the snack-sized pack of chili lime crisps had about 1/3 of my daily recommended intake of protein. That’s pretty cool!

Now, for some pros and cons:

PRO: Great for Athletes and Gym Buffs

The founders are active gym-goers who came up with their product idea after noticing the abundance of protein bars and shakes on the market, yet little protein-packed snacks. So, for people who need extra protein because they lift weights, work out hard, or are an athlete, I can see how these may be regular pantry staples.

PRO: Great for Long Car Rides and Flights

ProTings crisps are also a good snack food to keep on hand for travel and emergencies. As a traveling vegan, I know the benefit of quick sustenance. Back in college, I drove nine hours from Cincinnati, OH to Ithaca, NY each year, and the only place I could stop off the highway for a meatless dinner was Burger King to get a veggie burger and fries. If I had these crisps back then, I may have just packed some ProTings and other shelf stable foods, then skipped the Burger King altogether.

PRO: This product is vegan, gluten-free, and gmo-free.

CON: Too Much Seasoning

I had the chili lime flavor and thought there was too much flavoring. It’s too bad; I really wanted to enjoy the taste. Perhaps I would like a different flavor (and I’ve only tried this one), but the chili lime was just too strong for me. Immediately I wished there was less seasoning. I would enjoy these better if there were less salt and seasoning.

Verdict: A Good Snack for Quick, Easy Protein. Great for Travelers or Athletes.

ProTings has a nice idea, and the chips are certainly convenient for flying or roadtrips or other situations where vegan eating is challenging. Just pop open a bag of chips and be satiated. I can see how these could be a life saver for busy vegans in sticky situations!