Who is this choice for?

Office lunchers who want to keep an eye on portions

You want something crunchy with your lunch, but don’t want to eat straight from a large, opened bag. Check the portion size on the packaging or consider an individually wrapped packet.

Colleagues sharing crisps with dip or nachos

You’re serving tortilla chips as part of a shared lunch. A large bag is most practical when several people are eating them or you’re spreading them over more than one occasion.

Shoppers keeping a bag for several occasions

You don’t want to use everything at once. Compare the number of portions and check the storage instructions on the packaging before you buy.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you’ll be eating alone or sharing. Then check that the bag size suits the number of eating occasions you have in mind.

What to consider What to check Who it matters to
Deciding on a portion Compare the grams per portion and the number of portions per bag; a smaller bag doesn’t automatically equal one portion. If I’m eating alone at my desk, I want to be able to serve myself the amount of crisps I’m going to have in advance. Portion size is the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Sharing and dipping Check the bag weight and flavour if you’re serving the crisps to others or with a dip. For lunch with colleagues, I want to serve enough crisps without having to finish them all myself; roughly 25% of consumers prioritise sharing.
Keeping some for later Check the storage instructions and consider whether you can reseal the bag after opening. I want to use the same bag again later, so I pay attention to what’s left after lunch. For around 25% of consumers, storage is the main consideration.
Nutritional information and allergens Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and per portion; check the ingredients and allergens on the current packaging. If the crisps are part of my lunch, I want to know what a portion contains and which ingredients I’m getting. For around 17% of consumers, this label information matters most.

Common mistakes

  • Counting a sharing bag as one lunch portion

    Jumbo’s 300 g bag of Tortilla Chips Naturel lists ten portions of 30 g. So the weight of the whole bag doesn’t tell you how much to have for one lunch.

    Serve yourself the amount you want in advance and put the rest away.

  • Relying only on online allergen information

    Ingredients and allergy information can change. For Doritos Naturel, Albert Heijn’s product information states that the crisps may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.

    If you have an allergy or intolerance, always check the current packaging before eating the crisps.

  • Assuming crisps and dip automatically make a complete lunch

    The amount of crisps, dip and any toppings all contribute to what you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists nutritional values per bowl for average crisps; these figures don’t automatically describe the product you’ve chosen or your whole lunch.

    Check the nutritional information for everything you plan to combine and decide what role the crisps will play in your lunch.

Brands to consider

Jumbo

For the plain variant reviewed, Jumbo lists 170 g and 300 g bags. This means you can compare two sizes within the same own-brand range.

  • The product information lists portions and nutritional values; the 300 g variant is also described as suitable for serving with dip.
  • Check the portions and ingredients for the bag you choose: information about these plain variants won’t necessarily apply to other flavours.

Albert Heijn

The online range overview includes AH tortilla chips in a 200 g bag and Doritos sizes, including 170 g.

  • You can compare different brands and sizes in one overview.
  • Albert Heijn recommends checking the packaging before eating, as ingredients, nutritional values and allergy information can change.

Doritos

Doritos Naturel is a tortilla chip variant described in the Dutch product information reviewed as suitable for serving with dip or using in nachos.

  • The plain variant is an option if you want to add your own dip or topping.
  • Check the flavour you choose and the current allergen information; the plain variant reviewed may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.

Tortilla chips at Joybuy

This large bag is ideal if you want to share tortilla chips or spread them over several eating occasions. For a solo desk lunch, decide for yourself how much to serve.

Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted, 475 g bag

Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted 475 g

A bag for sharing or enjoying over several occasions. It contains 475 g; check the current packaging to decide on your portion and to check the ingredients and allergens.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Does a sharing bag of tortilla chips make a complete desk lunch?

Not necessarily: a sharing bag describes the packaging, not what your lunch consists of. Decide how many crisps and how much dip, if any, you’ll have, and check the nutritional information for anything you’re eating with them.

How do I compare a large bag with a smaller one?

Compare the bag weight with the portion size and the number of eating occasions you have planned. Jumbo lists around seven portions of 25 g for its 170 g plain bag and ten portions of 30 g for the 300 g bag. So even the smaller bag is intended to contain more than one listed portion.

Where can I check allergens when ordering online?

Check the current packaging before eating, even if you’ve already looked at the product information online. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be listed on the labels of prepacked foods; ingredients and warnings can vary from product to product.

What should I do with crisps left over after lunch?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and reseal the bag after serving yourself. The instructions for the Jumbo plain variants reviewed say to store in a cool, dry place; check the instructions separately for any other bag.