If organic is a deciding factor for you, choose tortilla chips whose organic labelling you can check on the exact pack. On a long hike, chips are better as a little extra than your only snack: Wandel.nl recommends eating small amounts regularly, drinking enough and choosing carbohydrate sources that aren’t too high in fat.
A natural look isn’t enough for you. You want to be able to check the EU organic logo, inspection code and origin of the agricultural ingredients on the packaging. The product information for AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel lists these labelling details.
For a longer hike, you want to take small portions and not rely on chips alone. Wandel.nl recommends eating regularly, drinking enough and choosing carbohydrate sources that aren’t too high in fat while you’re out and about.
You’re looking for a pack size that suits the number of hikers and planned breaks. The organic plain varieties mentioned from AH Biologisch and Amaizin contain 150 g and 250 g respectively; check the organic labelling on each variety too.
Start with the organic labelling if that’s your main requirement. Then consider which bag size, nutritional information and ingredients suit your hiking plans.
| What to look for | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Organic labelling | Check the EU organic logo, inspection code and the stated origin of the agricultural ingredients. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole describe the organic logo as a way to identify certified products. | I want to take organic chips on a hike and not rely on the word ‘plain’ alone. For around 36% of consumers, verifiable organic labelling comes first. |
| Nutritional information and portions | Read the nutritional information per 100 g and decide how much to take. AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel lists 22 g of fat per 100 g; Wandel.nl also recommends carbohydrate sources that aren’t too high in fat for longer hikes. | On a longer hike, I want to spread my chips across several small snack breaks and take other snacks too. Around 29% of consumers prioritise planning portions while out and about. |
| Bag size | Compare the net weight with the number of hikers and breaks. AH Biologisch lists 150 g, while Amaizin Tortilla Chips Natural is 250 g. | When I’m hiking with others, I want enough to share without carrying an impractically large bag. For around 21% of consumers, choosing a suitable bag size comes first. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the label on the exact variety, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. According to Albert Heijn, AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel may contain soya; the product information for Doritos Naturel lists soya and wheat. | When I share plain chips, I want to know in advance which ingredients and allergen warnings are listed on the bag. For around 14% of consumers, ingredients are their main concern. |
‘Plain’ describes the flavour, not organic certification. Calling a regular corn chip plain doesn’t automatically make it an organic product.
Check the EU organic logo and the accompanying label information if organic certification is a condition of your purchase.
Wandel.nl recommends eating small amounts regularly, drinking enough and choosing carbohydrate sources that aren’t too high in fat while you’re out and about. According to Albert Heijn, AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel contains 22 g of fat per 100 g.
Divide the chips into small portions before you set off, and take drinks and other snacks to suit the length of your hike.
Similar chips can have different warnings: Albert Heijn lists possible traces of soya for AH Biologisch and of soya and wheat for Doritos Naturel.
Read the packaging for the exact flavour and bag you’re taking, especially if you’ll be sharing the chips.
A 250 g bag takes up more space in your rucksack than a 150 g bag, and may be less convenient if you only want to take one small portion.
Choose a net weight to suit the number of hikers and planned snack breaks.
Always compare the exact variety: a brand name or the word ‘plain’ doesn’t, by itself, tell you whether tortilla chips are organic.
The 150 g plain tortilla chips are an option if you want to check the organic labelling on a specific bag.
Tortilla Chips Natural 250 G is an organic plain variety in a larger bag.
The 185 g Naturel variety is a regular tortilla chip for anyone who doesn’t require products to be organic.
The own-brand range includes regular plain tortilla chips in bags of 200 g and 300 g, among other sizes.
ALDI lists 300 g bags of SUN SNACKS tortilla chips in plain, cheese and sweet chilli flavours.
For a pre-packed bag, check the EU organic logo, inspection code and stated origin of the agricultural ingredients. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole describe the organic logo as a way to identify certified organic products; the word ‘plain’ is not a substitute.
Don’t rely on tortilla chips alone for a long hike. Wandel.nl recommends eating small amounts regularly, drinking enough and choosing carbohydrate sources that aren’t too high in fat.
Before you set off, put the amount you want to take in a resealable container or bag. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as a portion for its 150 g bag of organic tortilla chips; this is product information, not a set portion for every hiker.
Yes, read the warnings on the exact packaging. According to Albert Heijn, AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel may contain soya, while the Doritos Naturel listed there may contain soya and wheat.
