Who is this choice relevant to?

Lunch shoppers who want to check the certification

You want to be able to see on the packaging whether the crisps are certified organic, rather than relying on a product name or green packaging alone.

People who want crisps for dipping or sharing

You’re looking for something savoury to go with a sandwich, either to pair with a dip or put out to share. Corn tortilla chips are a different option from regular potato crisps.

Lunch shoppers who compare labels

Before adding anything to your lunch, check the ingredients, nutritional values per 100 g and per portion, and any allergens that are relevant to you.

What should you look for?

First, check whether the crisps are certified organic. Then choose a type that suits your lunch and read the nutritional information and allergen details on the packaging.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Organic certification Look for the EU organic logo, the control body code number and the origin statement on the packaging. If I’m choosing organic crisps, I want to be able to identify the certification for myself. This check is estimated to be the deciding factor for around 30% of consumers.
Type of crisps Choose between options such as corn tortilla chips for dipping, crisps made with vegetable and potato ingredients, or lentil-based crisps. For lunch with a dip, I look for something different from when I’m mainly interested in a particular ingredient. The type of crisps is estimated to be the first consideration for around 40% of consumers.
Nutritional information and allergens Compare energy, fat and salt per 100 g and per portion; also read the ingredients and allergen information. If I’m watching my salt intake or avoiding particular ingredients, I want to be able to check the current packaging. An estimated 30% of consumers put this label check first.

Pitfalls to watch out for with organic crisps

  • Assuming organic means less salt or energy

    Organic certification relates to how a product is made. It doesn’t mean crisps automatically contain less salt, fat or energy.

    Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion if they matter to your choice.

  • Relying on the product title alone

    A name or online filter is no substitute for the information on the packaging. Ingredients and allergen information can also change.

    Check the product for the EU organic logo, certification details and current ingredients and allergen information.

  • Assuming the main ingredient tells you everything

    Lentil crisps aren’t automatically free from allergens that may be relevant to you. Jumbo states that BioToday Lentil Crisps Sea Salt may contain celery, milk, peanuts and soya.

    If you have specific dietary requirements or allergies, read the full packaging, even when the name highlights just one ingredient.

  • Assuming they’ll always be available

    Albert Heijn lists AH Biologisch Plain Crisps as discontinued; Lidl presents its organic sweet potato crisps as a product available in store only. These details may change.

    Check the latest product or store information before you shop, and choose another type of organic crisps if needed.

Brands with relevant organic crisps

AH Biologisch

Albert Heijn lists organic plain corn tortilla chips in its range, making them an option to serve with a dip.

  • Albert Heijn states that this product carries an organic certification and is vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
  • Check the allergen information too: according to Albert Heijn, this product may contain soya. Always follow the packaging if product details change.

Jumbo Biologisch

Jumbo lists both organic plain crisps and organic vegetable crisps with potato. The latter are worth considering if you’re specifically looking for a mix of ingredients.

  • According to Jumbo, the vegetable crisps contain beetroot, parsnip, sweet potato and potato.
  • The name ‘vegetable crisps’ doesn’t tell you everything about their nutritional value: Jumbo states that this product contains 27.8 g of fat and 0.8 g of salt per 100 g.

BioToday

BioToday makes organic lentil crisps for anyone looking for a legume-based option.

  • Jumbo states that BioToday Lentil Crisps Sea Salt contain 43% lentil flour.
  • Jumbo also states that they contain 1.7 g of salt per 100 g and may contain celery, milk, peanuts and soya.

Organic crisps on Joybuy

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

How can I tell if crisps are certified organic?

Look for the EU organic logo and the accompanying certification details on the packaging. According to the European Commission, the logo can only be used on products certified as organic by a recognised control authority or control body. Check the code number and the origin statement for the agricultural ingredients too.

Do organic crisps automatically contain less salt or fat?

No. Organic certification doesn’t determine how much salt or fat crisps contain. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and per portion for the products you’re considering, rather than judging by the certification.

Which type of crisps goes well with a sandwich?

Corn tortilla chips are a good option for dipping or sharing; vegetable crisps suit you if you’re looking for a mix of vegetable and potato ingredients, while lentil crisps are a choice if you want a legume base. Then compare the ingredients, nutritional information and allergens for the specific product.

Should I still read the label after shopping online?

Yes. Read the packaging before eating the crisps, especially if ingredients or allergens matter to you. Albert Heijn notes that this product information may change when details are updated.