Vidalia Brands Zesty Ranch Sweet Onion Petals

Company: Inventure Foods Inc., Phoenix

Introduced: February

Distribution: National (vending and convenience stores)

Suggested Retail: $1 for a 1.35-ounce bag, $1.99 for a 2.25-ounce bag

Product Snapshot: Inventure Foods Inc. has expanded on its licensing agreement with Vidalia Brands with the debut of Zesty Ranch Sweet Onion Petals. The snack sticks’ signature sweet onion flavor comes from real Vidalia onion puree, while an herb-spiced ranch dressing adds just the right amount of pepper spice. Zesty Ranch Sweet Onion Petals are baked, gluten-free and trans-fat-free, and have 130 calories per serving.

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