People keeping an eye on calories
You want to keep eating tortilla chips and are comparing kcal per 100 g with the amount you serve yourself.
Who is this guide for?
Students stocking their cupboards
You’re comparing plain tortilla chips by pack size and considering whether a pack suits one or several snack occasions.
People sharing their crisps
You want to divide up portions and check the ingredients and allergen information to cater for anyone you live with.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by comparing the same measure per 100 g, then consider your own portion, the pack size and the ingredients of the exact variety.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories for the same amount | Compare kcal per 100 g for the exact variety; don’t rely only on the serving size shown on the pack. | If you want fewer kcal for the same amount of crisps, start by comparing the nutrition table. Around 36% of consumers prioritise energy content. |
| Portion size and toppings | Weigh your portion and count any dip, cheese or other toppings separately. | Want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat, even if you add something? Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Pack size and snack occasions | Check the pack weight and whether you want to split the contents across several occasions or share them with housemates. | When stocking your cupboard, a pack for several snack occasions may suit you better than one for a single occasion. Around 21% of consumers focus mainly on packaging and when they’ll use it. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the information on the current pack of the exact variety and check for any relevant allergens. | If you or someone you’re sharing with needs to avoid allergens, the ingredients are an important consideration. Around 14% of consumers prioritise suitability for the people they’re sharing with. |
Common mistakes when choosing
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Confusing a smaller portion with fewer calories per 100 g
A serving size tells you an amount, not necessarily that the product has a lower energy content. According to Albert Heijn, the AH Naturel and Doritos Naturel varieties reviewed both contain 470 kcal per 100 g, even though their stated serving sizes differ.
Compare per 100 g first, then calculate based on the same weighed amount.
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Assuming organic means fewer calories
An older AH product listing for Biologisch Naturel states 485 kcal per 100 g, compared with 470 kcal for the AH Naturel variety reviewed. Albert Heijn lists the organic variety as discontinued, so it isn’t a current product choice or a general comparison of organic products.
Assess organic credentials and energy content separately, and check the current packaging.
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Assuming every pack from the same brand is the same variety
The older 205 g pack of Doritos Dippas and the 185 g pack of Doritos Naturel are different varieties. Albert Heijn lists Dippas at 497 kcal per 100 g and the Naturel variety reviewed at 470 kcal per 100 g.
Check the full product name, weight, ingredients and allergen information on the pack you’re buying.
Another variety may also have different ingredients or allergen warnings from what you expect.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
The AH Tortilla chips naturel variety reviewed is an own-brand option for snacking, dipping or making nachos.
- Albert Heijn lists the 200 g pack reviewed at 470 kcal per 100 g, with a serving size of 25 g.
- The older organic Naturel variety is listed as discontinued; organic doesn’t automatically mean fewer kcal.
Doritos
Doritos offers Naturel tortilla chips, among other varieties, which the manufacturer says can be used for dips and nachos.
- According to Albert Heijn, the 185 g Naturel pack reviewed has nutrition and allergen information specific to that variety.
- The manufacturer’s description of the crunch isn’t an independent taste comparison. Other Doritos varieties may have different nutritional values.
Jumbo
Jumbo Tortilla Chips Naturel comes in a larger pack that may suit you if you want to spread it across several occasions.
- For its 300 g pack, Jumbo lists ten 30 g portions and nutritional values per 100 g and per portion.
- The retailer’s description of the crunch is a retailer claim, not an independent comparison.
Lidl Snack Day
Lidl lists Snack Day Tortillachips zeezout as a 300 g variety.
- This variety may be worth considering if you want to compare it with other packs at Lidl.
- The product name and pack size don’t prove a calorie benefit; compare the nutrition table for the exact variety.
ALDI SUN SNACKS
ALDI lists SUN SNACKS Tortillachips in its Dutch own-brand range.
- The product listing states that the pack contains 300 g.
- A blue corn variety doesn’t, by itself, prove a calorie benefit or general nutritional superiority.
Mission
Mission Foods Europe describes tortilla chips in different shapes and pack ranges for snacking, dipping and making nachos, among other uses.
- The different uses and pack formats can help you choose a specific variety for the occasion.
- The European product description doesn’t confirm stock in Dutch shops or a calorie benefit for any specific variety.
Tortilla chips at Joybuy
This selection includes tortilla chips you can compare by stated kcal per 100 g, weighed portions and how you plan to enjoy them, whether snacking, dipping or sharing.
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Doritos Dippers Naturel, 185 g
According to the product information, this variety is intended for uses including dipping and making nachos. Its stated energy per 100 g makes it easy to compare with a weighed portion.
The product information states 470 kcal per 100 g.
The description states that the product may contain cereals containing gluten, soya and wheat; check the current packaging.
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g'woon Sweet Chili Tortilla Chips, 165 g
The product description suggests enjoying these as a snack, with a dip or to share. If you want to spread the crisps across several snack occasions, you can take the 165 g pack size into account.
The product information states 456 kcal per 100 g.
The description states that traces of milk and soya may be present; check the current packaging.
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Santa Maria Nacho Chips Original, 475 g
The product description suggests sharing these or pairing them with dips or salsa. With a large pack, bear in mind how much you serve yourself.
The product information states 472 kcal per 100 g.
The allergen information lists soya.
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Santa Maria Tortilla Chips Salted, 475 g
The product description suggests enjoying these as a snack, sharing them or pairing them with dips or salsa. Weigh a portion if you want to keep track of how much you eat.
The product information states 472 kcal per 100 g.
The allergen information lists soya.
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Santa Maria Original Nacho Chips, 185 g
The product description suggests enjoying these as a snack, with a dip or as part of nachos. This pack is a separate variety to compare for its nutritional values and ingredients.
The product information states 474 kcal per 100 g.
The allergen information lists soya.
Frequently asked questions about tortilla chips
Is a stated 30 g portion the same as a low-calorie snack?
No. A portion tells you an amount, not the energy content per 100 g. For the Naturel varieties reviewed, at 470 kcal per 100 g, 30 g provides 141 kcal, without dip or toppings.
Can I use the nutritional values for older Doritos Dippas for another Naturel pack?
Use the information for the exact variety. Albert Heijn lists the older 205 g Dippas pack at 497 kcal per 100 g and the 185 g Naturel pack reviewed at 470 kcal per 100 g. The brand name alone isn’t enough to assume the products are the same.
How should I store tortilla chips in my student room?
Follow the instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn advises resealing the pack securely after use; Jumbo and Doritos Naturel say to store in a cool, dry place. Don’t assume a fixed shelf life once the pack has been opened.
Are plain corn crisps automatically suitable for someone with a gluten or soya allergy?
No. Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety. The Doritos Naturel variety reviewed may contain wheat, gluten and soya; Albert Heijn states that AH Naturel may contain soya. Under European Union rules, allergens must be clearly indicated in the ingredients list.