If extra protein is your main priority, choose paprika crisps that clearly state the amount of protein per bag; a lower fat content on its own tells you nothing about protein. If you’re planning to exercise soon after your snack, pay attention to the portion size and ingredients too: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise.
If you fancy something savoury mid-morning and want to make a conscious choice about protein, compare the amount per full bag. This can vary between packs, even when both carry a protein claim.
If there’s little time between your snack and your workout, portion size deserves extra attention. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise.
If you’re mainly looking for paprika crisps with a lower fat content, that’s a different consideration from choosing extra protein. Check each feature separately on the packaging.
Start with what you want from your snack: a measurable amount of protein, a small portion before exercise, less fat or simply the familiar taste of paprika crisps.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per bag | Compare the grams of protein per full pack and check the weight of the bag. | I want my savoury snack to provide a clearly stated amount of protein. Around 38% of consumers prioritise this protein contribution. |
| A snack before exercise | Check the portion size and the amount of fat, protein and fibre if you’re going to exercise soon afterwards. | If I’m exercising soon, I want to avoid eating a large or heavy snack just beforehand. This timing around exercise is a key factor in the choice for around 23% of consumers. |
| Lower fat content | Check what a reduced-fat claim refers to; check the protein separately if that matters to you too. | I’m looking for paprika crisps with a lower fat content, but extra protein isn’t my main goal. Around 23% of consumers prioritise this focus on fat content. |
| Regular paprika crisps | Check the packaging and nutritional information if flavour or the amount you want is what determines your choice. | For my snack, the familiar type of crisps or a suitable pack size matters more than a protein claim. Around 16% of consumers give this the highest priority. |
A claim about fat doesn’t tell you how much protein a bag provides. Lay's describes Oven Baked Roasted Paprika as having 50% less fat than regular potato crisps; this isn’t a comparison of protein content.
Check the fat and protein separately in the nutritional information, using the same quantity as the basis for comparison.
A value per 100 g doesn’t tell you directly how much protein you’ll get from one bag. Foodello Netherlands states that The Organic Crave Protein Chips Paprika & Onion contain 25 g of protein per 100 g; for the 30 g bag listed by Jumbo, that works out at around 7.5 g.
For your snack, compare the protein per full pack and bear in mind that bag sizes vary.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. So the option with the highest protein value isn’t automatically the best choice for this moment.
First work out when you’re going to exercise, then decide whether the portion size and ingredients are right for that time.
The name paprika crisps doesn’t tell you what other ingredients the product contains. According to the product information, WeCare Paprika Flavour Chips contains soya; The Organic Crave Protein Chips Paprika & Onion may contain traces of soya.
Read the allergen information on the current packaging rather than relying on the online product title alone.
Smart Protein Chips Paprika Flavour is a paprika option for anyone specifically looking for a protein-rich snack.
Paprika Flavour Chips comes in an individual 25 g bag and is listed by Jumbo as a product with a protein claim.
Protein Chips Paprika & Onion is a lentil-based crisp option, in a 30 g bag.
Oven Baked Roasted Paprika is a good option when comparing the fat content of paprika crisps, but not necessarily when choosing a product for extra protein.
Compare the grams of protein per full pack, not just the value per 100 g or a claim on the front. Check the weight of both bags too, so you know you’re comparing like with like.
Not necessarily: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against large portions and foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. First check how much time there is between your snack and your workout, then consider the portion size and ingredients.
Read the allergen information on the current packaging for the specific product. According to the product information, WeCare Paprika Flavour Chips contains soya and The Organic Crave Protein Chips Paprika & Onion may contain traces of soya; you can’t tell this from the product name alone.
No, lower fat content and a higher protein contribution are two different things. Lay's compares the fat content of Oven Baked Roasted Paprika with that of regular potato crisps; if protein is your buying priority, check the protein per pack separately.
