People who exercise and think about bag size
You like to have a savoury snack with a dip after exercising and want a pack that suits how often you eat tortilla chips or share them with others.
Who is this choice relevant to?
People who exercise and plan their meals
You want to enjoy tortilla chips without mistaking them for a full meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a regular main meal after exercise.
Shoppers who check the label
You only choose a flavour after checking the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for that specific pack.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether the chips are for a meal or a separate snack. Then choose a bag size and flavour, and check the label for that exact variety.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who is this important to? |
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| Bag size | Check the net weight and choose a pack that suits how you plan to use it or how many people you’ll be sharing with. | If I have chips with a dip after exercise, I want to choose a bag that suits the occasion. The right bag size comes first for around 42% of consumers. |
| How they fit in with your meal | Decide whether you’ll also be having a regular meal; don’t consider chips a replacement for one. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a regular main meal after exercise. | After my workout, I want to be able to have chips without skipping my meal. This is the main consideration for around 33% of consumers. |
| Label for each flavour | Read the allergen information and compare salt content on the same basis, for example per 100 g. | When I choose a different flavour, I want to know whether the ingredients and allergens still suit me. Checking the label is the most important factor for around 25% of consumers. |
Common mistakes
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Having tortilla chips as a full meal
A portion of chips won’t automatically provide the nutrients you’d get from a regular meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a regular main meal after exercise.
Before choosing, think about whether you want to have the chips with that meal or just as a snack.
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Choosing a bigger bag without thinking about how you’ll use it
The own-brand plain tortilla chips mentioned from Albert Heijn and Jumbo come in different bag sizes. A larger pack isn’t necessarily more convenient for your snack occasion.
Check the net weight and consider whether you’ll be using the bag on your own or sharing it.
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Assuming every flavour contains the same allergens
Albert Heijn says its plain variety may contain soya; Jumbo lists milk as an allergen for Doritos Cool American. So the label for one flavour doesn’t tell you for certain what’s in another.
Check the current allergen information on the pack for each variety you choose.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The AH own-brand range includes a plain variety in a 200 g bag.
- Albert Heijn’s product information includes nutritional values and describes the plain variety as vegan, gluten-free and lactose-free.
- Albert Heijn also says the product may contain soya. If you have an allergy, check the current packaging.
Jumbo
The Jumbo own-brand range includes plain tortilla chips in a 300 g bag.
- Jumbo lists ten 30 g portions per bag, which can be helpful if you want to spread the pack over several occasions.
- A listed portion isn’t a full meal after exercise. Decide for yourself how the chips fit in alongside your regular meal.
SUN SNACKS
This ALDI own brand offers tortilla chips in plain, cheese and sweet chilli varieties.
- ALDI lists a 300 g pack, so you can take the bag size into account when deciding how you’ll use it.
- Check the ingredients, allergens and nutritional information for the flavour you actually choose.
Snack Day
Snack Day is Lidl’s own snack brand and also includes tortilla chips.
- An option to consider if you’re choosing your snack at Lidl.
- When comparing products, check the label and bag size of the specific variety in store.
Doritos
A brand to consider if you’d like flavoured tortilla chips rather than a plain variety.
- The Cool American variety is a specific example of a flavoured option.
- Jumbo lists milk as an allergen and 1,1 g of salt per 100 g for Doritos Cool American. Check the details for the variety you choose.
Tortilla chips at Joybuy
These plain, salted and flavoured tortilla chips come in different bag sizes. First choose a flavour and pack that suit your snack occasion; if you have allergies, always check the label on the bag you choose.
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Doritos Nacho Cheese 272 g
A cheesy flavour for anyone who enjoys tortilla chips as a snack or with a dip.
Bag size: 272 g. The product information lists milk as an allergen; also check the current packaging for soya and wheat.
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Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted 475 g
Salted tortilla chips in a larger bag, ideal if you want to share or enjoy them over several snack occasions.
Bag size: 475 g. Check the allergen information and how the salt content is measured on the packaging.
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Doritos Dippers Naturel 185 g
A plain variety for anyone who likes tortilla chips with a dip.
Bag size: 185 g. The product information mentions possible traces of gluten, soya and wheat; if you have an allergy, check the current packaging.
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g'woon Tortilla Chips Natural 165 g
A plain variety in a smaller bag, ideal as a snack with a sauce or dip.
Bag size: 165 g. The product information mentions possible traces of gluten, soya and milk; if allergens are important to your choice, check the current packaging.
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Santa Maria Original Nacho Chips 185 g
Nacho chips in a smaller bag, ideal with a dip or as part of a meal.
Bag size: 185 g. The product information lists soya among the allergens; check the label on the bag you choose.
Frequently asked questions
Can you eat tortilla chips after exercise?
Yes, as a snack or an addition to a meal, but not as a replacement for a full meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends having a regular main meal after exercise, so decide how the chips will fit in alongside it.
What size bag is right for my snack occasion?
Choose based on how many chips you’ll have and whether you’ll be sharing the bag. Albert Heijn lists a 200 g bag of plain chips, while Jumbo lists a 300 g bag; Jumbo also says it contains ten 30 g portions.
Should I read the label again if I choose a different flavour?
Yes. Check the packaging for the specific flavour for its ingredients, allergens and nutritional information. Albert Heijn says its plain tortilla chips may contain soya, while Jumbo lists milk as an allergen for Doritos Cool American.
How should I store an opened bag of tortilla chips?
Seal the pack securely after use and follow the storage instructions on the bag. Albert Heijn recommends closing the pack securely; Jumbo says to store its plain tortilla chips in a cool, dry place.