Shoppers looking for organic snacks
You want tortilla chips with clear organic certification and don’t want to confuse organic with lower-calorie.
Who is this buying guide for?
Calorie-conscious tortilla chip fans
You want to compare kcal for the same amount and then choose a suitable portion size.
Practical meal planners
You’re looking for a pack that suits how you’ll use it, while also considering flavour, allergens and leftovers.
What should you look for when buying?
Consider organic certification separately from kcal per 100 g. According to the European Commission, the ‘low calorie’ claim for solid foods means no more than 40 kcal per 100 g.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy for the same amount | Compare kcal per 100 g for the exact flavour variant. | If I mainly want to compare kcal, I look at the same quantity and recipe; around 28% of consumers prioritise energy per 100 g. |
| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, the control code and the indication of agricultural origin. | Anyone looking to buy organic wants to be able to identify the certification on the pack; around 28% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Amount per snack occasion | Weigh your portion and use the product’s kcal per 100 g to work out the amount. | If I want to stick with my favourite recipe but decide how much to eat, I weigh my portion; around 22% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact flavour variant. | If I’m looking for a particular flavour, I check the ingredients at the same time; around 11% of consumers prioritise flavour and recipe above all else. |
| Pack size and leftovers | Compare the net quantity with how you’ll use the product and check the storage advice after opening. | Anyone choosing a pack for planned snack occasions should consider the quantity and any leftovers; around 11% of consumers prioritise practical packaging. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming organic means low-calorie
Organic certification and a nutrition claim about calories refer to different qualities. AH Biologisch lists 485 kcal per 100 g; the standard plain varieties checked from AH and Doritos list 470 kcal per 100 g.
Check the EU organic logo and kcal per 100 g separately on the exact pack.
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Comparing the serving sizes on labels directly
A per-serving value may refer to a different quantity of tortilla chips. AH Biologisch lists a 25 g serving, while Jumbo naturel lists a 30 g serving.
Compare per 100 g first, then calculate the values for the same amount of your choice.
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Assuming one brand has just one recipe
Plain and cheese-flavoured varieties can differ in their nutritional values and allergens. The Doritos Nacho cheese variety checked contains milk.
Before buying, check the full product name, flavour, ingredients and allergens on the pack.
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Buying a large pack without a plan for leftovers
A larger pack may not be the best fit if you only eat tortilla chips occasionally. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing opened tortilla chips in a cool, dry, dark kitchen cupboard in a tightly sealed pack for 2–5 days.
Choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use it and follow the storage advice on the packaging too.
If you don’t use the opened pack in time, it could go to waste.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
AH Biologisch naturel is an option if you’re looking for organic certification; AH naturel is a separate recipe you can use to compare nutritional values.
- Product information for AH Biologisch lists the EU organic logo and control code BE-BIO-02; the pack contains 150 g.
- AH Biologisch lists 485 kcal per 100 g, compared with 470 kcal per 100 g for AH naturel. This comparison applies to these varieties, not the entire range.
Doritos
Naturel and Nacho cheese are different varieties for anyone looking for a plain or cheese flavour, respectively.
- The plain variety checked lists 470 kcal per 100 g; the Nacho cheese variety lists 480 kcal per 100 g.
- The Nacho cheese variety checked contains milk. The figures and ingredients given apply to the individual varieties, not the entire brand.
Jumbo
Jumbo Tortilla Chips Naturel is a plain variety in a 300 g pack.
- Jumbo lists 481 kcal per 100 g and a serving size of 30 g on the label.
- This variety does not qualify as a low-calorie choice under the threshold of no more than 40 kcal per 100 g for solid foods.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists a variety called Tortilla chips sweet paprika for anyone looking for a paprika flavour.
- The product name makes the flavour variant easy to identify.
- Check the nutritional information and certification details on the exact pack to assess its calorie content and organic certification.
ALDI
The Dutch ALDI product page lists SUN SNACKS blue corn tortilla chips.
- The product name identifies this variety as tortilla chips made from blue corn.
- The words ‘blue corn’ alone say nothing about the energy content or organic certification, so check the packaging for this information.
Mission
Mission Foods Europe describes round and triangular tortilla chips, including salted and seasoned varieties.
- The European range includes products for snacking, serving with dips and making nachos.
- Information about the European range does not confirm that a specific variety is available in shops in the Netherlands. Check the details on the pack you actually buy.
Joybuy products to compare
The Joybuy selection below includes plain, salted and cheese-flavoured varieties with energy information per 100 g. Check organic certification separately on the packaging.
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Doritos Dippers Naturel, 185 g
A good choice if you’re looking for plain tortilla chips to serve with dips or use for nachos.
470 kcal per 100 g. May contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
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g'woon Tortilla Chips Nacho Cheese, 165 g
A good choice if you’re looking for tortilla chips with a nacho cheese flavour.
477 kcal per 100 g. Contains milk and lactose.
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Santa Maria Nacho Chips Original, 475 g
A good choice if you’re looking for nacho chips to snack on or serve with dips.
472 kcal per 100 g. Contains soya.
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Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted, 475 g
A good choice if you’re looking for salted tortilla chips to snack on or serve with dips.
472 kcal per 100 g. Contains soya.
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Santa Maria Original Nacho Chips, 185 g
A good choice if you’re looking for round tortilla chips to serve with dips or use for nachos.
474 kcal per 100 g. Contains soya.
Frequently asked questions
Are the tortilla chips tested low-calorie?
No. The varieties tested with nutritional information do not meet the threshold for a ‘low calorie’ claim. The European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for solid foods; the varieties compared list between 470 and 485 kcal per 100 g. Eating a smaller portion does not change the value per 100 g.
How can I identify organic tortilla chips?
Check the EU organic logo, the control body’s code and the agricultural origin on the packaging. The European Commission states that the logo is compulsory for pre-packed foods produced in the EU and sold as organic; different conditions apply to imported products.
How do I calculate the kcal in my portion?
Multiply the kcal per 100 g by the number of grams you eat, then divide by 100. For example, a 25 g portion of tortilla chips containing 470 kcal per 100 g provides 117.5 kcal. This is a calculation, not personal portion-size advice.
What should I check if I have a food allergy?
Before buying, read the ingredients and allergen information for the exact flavour variant. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must be provided on the label of pre-packed products. The Doritos Nacho cheese variety checked contains milk; Doritos naturel warns that it may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
How should I store an opened bag of tortilla chips?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing opened tortilla chips in a cool, dry, dark kitchen cupboard in a tightly sealed pack for 2–5 days. Follow the storage advice on the packaging too.