Choose protein crisps if the protein in each snack portion matters more to you than the qualities of a corn tortilla chip: Albert Heijn lists 7 g of protein per 25 g portion for AH Proteïne crisps paprika. If you mainly want crisps for dipping or nachos, choose a tortilla chip and assess its protein separately; Albert Heijn lists 6.5 g of protein per 100 g for Doritos Naturel. Whichever you choose, check the portion size, nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.
You want something crunchy after exercising and would like to know how much protein is in the portion you eat. The Voedingscentrum emphasises that most people who exercise do not need specialist protein products if they eat a varied diet.
You want crisps for dipping or nachos, and the type of product matters more to you than its protein content. So don’t compare a corn tortilla chip as if it were the same kind of snack as a lentil crisp.
As well as protein, you want to assess which allergens and nutritional values matter for your choice. Check the ingredients list, nutritional information and any ‘may contain’ statements on the packaging.
First, decide whether you want a corn tortilla chip for dipping or mainly want to compare protein per snack portion. Then check how much you’ll actually eat and read the full label.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare the protein per stated portion and per 100 g, and consider how much you plan to eat. | After exercising, I want to see how much protein my snack provides in a portion. For around 42% of consumers, protein per portion comes first. |
| Tortilla chip or crisp | Check the product description and ingredients if you’re specifically looking for corn tortilla chips for dipping or nachos. | For dipping, I want a corn tortilla chip, not a different type of crunchy snack by mistake. The tortilla chip itself is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Label and nutritional information | Check the allergen information and compare salt and energy per portion and per 100 g. | If I need to watch my ingredients or allergens, I want to check this information before choosing a snack. For around 25% of consumers, checking the label comes first. |
A product name doesn’t tell you how much protein is in a portion. According to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise and eat a varied diet don’t need specialist protein shakes or bars.
Check the protein per portion and consider the snack alongside the rest of what you eat, rather than judging it by the front of the packaging alone.
AH Proteïne crisps paprika is a lentil snack; Doritos Naturel is a corn tortilla chip. The protein values listed by Albert Heijn differ, but the type of product also determines whether it’s suitable for dipping or nachos.
First decide which type of product you want. Then compare the nutritional information of products that meet your needs.
A higher protein value tells you nothing about the salt content or allergens in the same snack. For example, Albert Heijn lists soya in Body & Fit Smart Protein Chips paprika and possible traces of milk, sesame seeds and soya in AH Proteïne crisps paprika.
Compare the salt per portion and per 100 g. If you have an allergy, check the allergen information on the packaging you buy.
These examples show why the word ‘crisps’ alone tells you little about the type of product or its nutritional value. The values given apply to the specific products, not to every snack from a brand.
AH Proteïne crisps paprika is a lentil crisp, not a classic corn tortilla chip.
Smart Protein Chips paprika flavour is a protein crisp made with ingredients including soya and potato, not a tortilla chip.
Doritos Naturel is a corn tortilla chip for anyone specifically looking for this type of product.
Mission describes a Protein Tortilla Chips range, including a Jalapeño variety made with ingredients such as pea protein, rice protein and maize masa.
Protein Chips Salt & Pepper is a lentil-based crisp for anyone considering a different type of crunchy snack.
No, not necessarily: according to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise and eat a varied diet don’t need specialist protein shakes or bars. If you choose a crunchy snack, the protein per portion tells you more about the product than the word ‘protein’ on the front.
Compare the protein values on the same basis, then decide separately which type of product you want. Albert Heijn lists 28 g of protein per 100 g for AH Proteïne crisps paprika and 6.5 g for Doritos Naturel; the former is a lentil crisp, while the latter is a corn tortilla chip.
Yes. If you have an allergy, also check the allergen information and any ‘may contain’ statements on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority describes the requirements for allergen labelling; for AH Proteïne crisps paprika, Albert Heijn notes the possible presence of ingredients including milk, sesame seeds and soya.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and seal the bag or storage container tightly after opening. For AH Proteïne crisps paprika, Albert Heijn recommends storing the crisps in a sealed container after opening.
