Who is this relevant for?

People who exercise and have a protein target

You want to keep an eye on the amount of protein per serving when enjoying a snack after exercise, without assuming that a snack can replace a meal.

People comparing nutritional information

Alongside protein, you check energy, fat, salt, fibre, serving size and allergens before choosing a flavour.

Hosts looking for something to share

You’re looking for tortilla chips that suit your guests’ taste preferences and the dips you’re serving. Extra protein isn’t your main reason for choosing a bag.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether extra protein or a snack to share is your priority. Then compare the nutritional information for the specific flavour and the portion you plan to eat.

What to consider What to check before buying Who it matters to
Protein per serving Compare protein per serving and per 100 g, and check the size of the stated serving. After exercising, I want to know how much protein my portion actually contains when I’m having a snack. For around 50% of consumers, the protein content is the priority.
Overall nutritional value Check the energy, fat and salt per serving and per 100 g on the label. A protein claim alone doesn’t help me choose if I’m also considering the rest of the nutritional information. Around 30% of consumers prioritise this broader comparison.
Flavour and sharing Check the flavour, pack size and ingredients if you’re serving dips. When I’m sharing snacks with others, I mainly want to choose chips that suit our taste preferences and dips. For around 20% of consumers, this matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Thinking protein crisps can replace a meal

    A savoury snack doesn’t automatically provide everything you’d get from a varied meal. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise don’t need special protein products if they eat a varied diet.

    Choose chips because you fancy the snack, and consider any protein target in the context of your diet throughout the day.

  • Only reading the protein claim on the front

    That claim doesn’t tell you how much energy, fat or salt you’ll get from your own portion. What’s more, average crisp values from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre aren’t product-specific values for the bag you’re buying.

    Compare the full nutritional information per 100 g and per serving, and check how many servings are in the pack.

  • Assuming every flavour in a product range is the same

    Mission Foods states that its Protein Chips range contains 10 g of plant-based protein per serving. For a specific flavour, refer to the nutritional information on the pack you’re actually choosing.

    Check the exact flavour, serving size and ingredients at the retailer.

  • Overlooking allergens in chips and dips

    Ingredients can vary between flavours. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label.

    Read the labels on both the chips and the dips if you’re buying for guests with allergies.

Brands to consider

More Nutrition

The brand’s range includes Tortilla Protein Chips. Jumbo also lists a 50 g Paprika flavour.

  • According to More Nutrition’s own product information, a 50 g bag contains more than 14 g of protein.
  • For your chosen flavour, check the full nutritional information, ingredients and allergens on the current packaging.

Mission

Mission Foods has a Protein Chips range that includes Jalapeño and Chile Limón.

  • According to Mission Foods’ own product information, the range provides 10 g of plant-based protein per serving.
  • Check the nutritional information and availability of the exact flavour at the retailer; product information for the international range is not a Dutch label.

Doritos

A brand to consider if you’re looking for regular tortilla chips to share; Albert Heijn and Jumbo list Doritos products in their online ranges.

  • You can assess a specific bag by its flavour, pack size and nutritional information.
  • Don’t assume the brand name means it has a higher protein content; read the nutritional information for the flavour you’ve chosen.

Sun Snacks

ALDI lists Sun Snacks tortilla chips in Original, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.

  • The different flavours offer options to suit different tastes when sharing snacks.
  • Don’t assume a flavour is a high-protein option without comparing the protein content on the label.

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Frequently asked questions

Do I need high-protein tortilla chips after recreational exercise?

No, high-protein tortilla chips aren’t necessary. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise get enough protein from a varied diet. Choose this kind of snack based on your own preferences and the nutritional information, rather than assuming you need chips after exercising.

How do I compare the protein content of two types of tortilla chips?

Compare the amount of protein per 100 g and per serving, and check the size of that serving. Also check the energy, fat, salt and fibre on the same label, so protein isn’t your only criterion.

What does Nutri-Score tell me when choosing between crisps?

According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, Nutri-Score rates a product based on its composition. Use the score only as an additional point of comparison between similar products, and also check the nutritional information and serving size for the specific bag.

How can I take allergens into account when sharing snacks?

Check the allergen information for each flavour and dip separately. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label.