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String Cheese vs Tortilla Chips and Salsa: Which Costs More Calories?

Both foods can fit into a daily calorie budget, but one costs more. Compare the calorie price, budget damage, and smarter swaps.

Lower Cost Choice

String Cheese

$80

4% of daily budget

Pricier Choice

Tortilla Chips and Salsa

$220

11% of daily budget

Difference: $140

Calculations based on a 2,000 calorie daily budget. Set your personal budget on the calculator page.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Which has more calories, string cheese or tortilla chips and salsa?

Tortilla Chips and Salsa has more calories, at 220 compared to 80 for string cheese.

Which is cheaper from a calorie budget?

String Cheese is the cheaper choice, costing about $140 less from a $2,000 daily calorie budget.

What is a smart swap for tortilla chips and salsa?

Tortilla Chips and Salsa doesn't have a specific smart swap yet, but string cheese is already the lower-cost pick between the two.