The Healthy Walmart Brand Snack That Some Shoppers Can't Stand

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They're bright green, they're crunchy, and they're marketed as a healthier alternative to potato chips. But for some snackers, Walmart's bettergoods Green Bean Chips with sea salt aren't living up to the hype. On paper, these chips check the right boxes: Veggie-forward, lighter than traditional chips, and less processed than other greasy snacks. There's lots of interesting foods you can throw in the dehydrator, so why not go for a dried green bean?

Doing a deep dive into the reviews of Walmart's latest snack, it appears they are split down the middle. One reviewer explained: "I was not sure what to expect out of these chips, but they taste exactly like raw green beans, with a sort of chip-crisp like texture...If I wanted to eat raw green beans I'd go get some from the garden." Others claim there's a distinct flavor that's not organic: "I've often bought dehydrated and dried fruits and vegetables but these green beans had a very strong 'chemical' smell and taste that did not seem normal. It was almost like a plastic or mineral oil flavor on every bean and it left a very strong aftertaste." Another reviewer agreed: "These were so nasty. They tasted old and like a chemical. Nothing like a green bean — they went immediately in the trash."

Walmart is not the cheapest grocery store in the States, and bettergoods, which launched in 2024, is its private-label brand that's focused on trendy, "chef-inspired" products. But, the brand seems to have missed the mark on these green bean chips for many shoppers looking for a healthier crispy snack.

Unlike the popular puffed veggie straws, green bean chips have a dense, brittle crunch. They're typically made by vacuum-frying whole green beans until the moisture evaporates. That process concentrates flavor and salt. For some, it's a crunchy snack that's easy to pack. For others, it leaves a bad taste in their mouths (literally).

However, not everyone detests the maligned chips. One review with a five-star rating left this glowing description: "I personally enjoyed these green bean chips, they were very fresh. They were very crispy, not hard, they were [the] perfect crunch because they were so fresh. The flavor was impeccable." Another added: "Healthy crunch. Excellent and healthy snack."

The snack aisles are shifting as consumers demand more plant-forward, healthier options. However, these green bean chips certainly don't have the same mainstream appeal that a can of Pringles does.  If you go in expecting something that mimics a potato chip, you're likely to be disappointed. Which is why one reviewer left this particularly harsh critique: "Not crispy, barely any flavor, and worst of all, not even my dog will try it." If you prefer to eat your legumes the traditional way, just remember there's mistakes everyone makes when cooking green beans.