If you want to dip your crisps or make nachos, start with the shape of the tortilla chip, then compare the nutritional information and the portion you have in mind. If lower fat is your main priority and you eat your crisps on their own, you could also consider regular crisps with a substantiated fat reduction; they won’t necessarily serve the same purpose as tortilla chips. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of fat per 100 g for both AH Tortilla chips naturel and Doritos Naturel, while the claim that AH Ribbelchips naturel minder vet contains 35% less fat is a comparison with AH Ribbelchips naturel only.
You’re looking for something crunchy for the afternoon and want to compare the fat content per 100 g. If a lower figure matters more to you than the tortilla shape, another type of crisp may also be an option.
You need a tortilla chip for salsa, guacamole or toppings. In that case, a regular crisp with less fat isn’t automatically a suitable substitute, and the portion you choose matters too.
You want to compare more than just fat, so check the salt content and the ingredients and allergen information for the exact flavour before choosing.
First decide whether you want a crisp for dipping or something to eat on its own. Then compare the nutritional information for the products that are actually suitable for how you plan to use them.
A good fit when: The tortilla shape matters for dipping or nachos.
The trade-off: At Albert Heijn, both AH Tortilla chips naturel and Doritos Naturel list 20 g of fat per 100 g, so their shape doesn’t mean they’re low in fat.
A good fit when: You eat your crisps on their own and a lower fat content matters more to you than the tortilla shape.
The trade-off: According to Albert Heijn, AH Ribbelchips naturel minder vet has 35% less fat than AH Ribbelchips naturel, but it’s a potato crisp.
A good fit when: You don’t necessarily want crisps for your usual afternoon snack.
The trade-off: Fruit, vegetables or a sandwich won’t give you the same crisp experience, nor will they replace a tortilla chip for nachos.
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Less fat | Compare fat and saturated fat per 100 g. If there’s a claim about less fat, also check which product it’s being compared with. | If I eat the crisps on their own, I want to be able to assess whether they have less fat, even if that means giving up the tortilla shape. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this fat comparison. |
| Salt and allergens | Check the salt content per 100 g, as well as the ingredients, allergens and any warnings on the exact pack. | I need clear information about salt and potential allergens before buying a bag. For around 27% of consumers, this check is the top priority. |
| For dips or toppings | Decide whether you’ll eat them on their own, dip them or make nachos; then consider which type of crisp is suitable. | For salsa or nachos, I first want to know whether the crisps are right for what I’m making. The tortilla chip’s suitability for this purpose is the top priority for around 27% of consumers. |
| Pack size and portion | Compare the pack size with the portion you want to eat, and think about what you’ll do with the rest. | If I only want a small amount in the afternoon, a suitable bag size matters to me. Around 13% of consumers put portion size and packaging first. |
These words don’t tell you how much fat the crisps contain. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of fat per 100 g for AH Tortilla chips naturel and Doritos Naturel, and 22 g per 100 g for AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel.
Compare the fat content per 100 g of the exact products you’re considering, regardless of brand or whether they’re organic.
According to Albert Heijn, the claim that AH Ribbelchips naturel minder vet contains 35% less fat applies in comparison with AH Ribbelchips naturel. On its own, the percentage doesn’t tell you how the product compares with tortilla chips.
Check which reference product is named, then compare fat, saturated fat, salt and energy per 100 g too.
If you’re looking for crisps to dip or use for nachos, you have a different purpose in mind from someone who eats them on their own. A lower-fat potato crisp may not be an equivalent choice.
Decide how you’ll use them before comparing the nutritional information of different types of crisps.
Information can vary between products. For example, Albert Heijn states that Doritos Naturel may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat.
If you have a relevant allergy, check the current ingredients, allergen information and warnings on the pack of the flavour you’re buying.
Doritos Naturel is a tortilla chip for anyone looking to use corn chips with a dip or for nachos.
The range includes both tortilla chips and a separate potato crisp with a relative fat reduction.
Lay's Oven Baked is worth considering if you’re also looking at regular crisps rather than just tortilla chips.
g'woon Tortilla Chips Naturel is a standard tortilla chip for anyone looking for this type of crisp.
This potato crisp could suit you if you plan to eat your crisps on their own and don’t need the tortilla shape for dips or nachos. Check the current nutritional information before judging its fat content.
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A potato crisp for anyone who wants to snack on crisps on their own and doesn’t need tortilla chips for dips or nachos.
Pack size: 150 g. Check the current pack for nutritional values per 100 g and the reference product behind the less-fat claim. Milk is listed as an allergen for this variety; check the current allergen information if it matters to your choice.
No, the name ‘tortilla chips’ doesn’t mean they’re lower in fat. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of fat per 100 g for both AH Tortilla chips naturel and Doritos Naturel, and 22 g per 100 g for AH Biologisch Tortilla chips naturel. Compare the exact products per 100 g.
Compare fat, saturated fat, salt and energy per 100 g, and check the reference product behind any relative fat claim. Then consider whether you’ll eat the crisps on their own or need tortilla chips for a dip or nachos; a potato crisp isn’t automatically a substitute for that purpose.
Use the salt content for the exact crisps you want to buy and work out how much that is for your intended portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives an average of 0,45 g of salt for a 40 g bowl of plain crisps, but the current nutritional information on your bag is what matters.
Yes, check the allergen information for the exact product, even if you’ve bought the same flavour before. Albert Heijn states that Doritos Naturel may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat; if you have a relevant allergy, always go by the current packaging.
