For a night in, plain tortilla chips work well with a separate source of protein if you mainly want to share them. If you want to get protein from the chips themselves, check the nutritional information for the exact variety and the portion you eat. The Dutch manufacturer’s table lists 6.8 g of protein per 100 g for Doritos Nacho Cheese and 2.0 g per average 30 g portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also names everyday foods such as quark, tofu and beans as possible sources of extra protein.
You want to know how much protein your night in actually adds to your daily diet. If you do intensive strength or endurance training, your total protein intake matters; a product’s name alone doesn’t tell you enough. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre discusses the need for extra protein when doing sport.
You want to enjoy crisps while keeping track of energy and salt. Compare nutritional values on the same basis and calculate them for the portion you actually eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that nutritional values can vary between brands.
You’re putting crisps out for people with different dietary requirements. Check the ingredients for the exact flavour: according to PepsiCo, Doritos Nacho Cheese contains milk ingredients and may contain soya and wheat.
First decide whether getting protein from the crisps themselves matters to you, or whether you’d rather get it from another food. Then compare the portion, flavour and ingredients that suit your evening.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein contribution | Compare the protein per 100 g on the exact pack, then work out how much your portion contributes. | If you want to get extra protein from the crisps themselves, check the nutritional information for the variety and how much you eat. Around 34% of consumers put protein contribution first. |
| Portion, energy and salt | Weigh your portion and use the nutritional information on that pack; keep any additions separate. | If you want to keep track of your energy and salt intake, your own portion is more relevant than the figures per 100 g alone. Around 20% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Sharing, flavour and dips | Choose the exact flavour and think about whether you want to serve the crisps on their own, with dips or warm. | When you’re sharing with others, flavour or how the crisps are served may matter more than nutritional value alone. Around 20% of consumers put sharing and how the product is used first. |
| Allergens and dietary requirements | Check the ingredients, highlighted allergens and warnings on the exact pack. | If you or someone else has an allergy or dietary requirement to consider, check the specific variety rather than relying on the fact that it’s made from maize or on the flavour name. Around 13% of consumers prioritise dietary suitability. |
| Purchase and total cost | Compare pack sizes and portion sizes, and check the purchase information for your location and order date. | If you want to keep your purchase practical and affordable, factor in the pack and any additions too. Around 13% of consumers prioritise convenience and total cost. |
A nutrition claim relates to a product’s composition. On its own, it doesn’t mean that the product as a whole is healthier or improves recovery. The NVWA and European Commission explain the rules for nutrition claims.
Read the nutritional information and ingredients for the exact variety. Don’t draw conclusions about health or recovery unless they’re supported by information about that product.
For Doritos Nacho Cheese, the Dutch manufacturer’s table lists 144 kcal, 2.0 g of protein and 0.27 g of salt per average 30 g portion.
Weigh the amount you eat and calculate using the values on the pack. Keep the other parts of your snack separate.
A larger portion also means a higher total contribution of energy and salt.
According to PepsiCo, Doritos Nacho Cheese contains milk ingredients and may contain soya and wheat. Ingredients and warnings can vary by variety.
Check the ingredients and allergens on the pack of the exact flavour. Keep the packaging to hand when sharing the crisps.
For Nacho Cheese, the Dutch manufacturer publishes nutritional information and ingredient details.
AH Tortilla Chips Naturel is an own-brand variety with serving suggestions for hot nachos.
Jumbo describes Tortilla Chips Naturel 300 g as salted maize crisps for dipping.
Lidl has a product page for Tortilla Chips Sweet Paprika in its sports nutrition and supplements category.
ALDI lists SUN SNACKS blue maize tortilla chips as a product variety.
Mission describes European tortilla chips for snacks, dips and nachos, available in round and triangular shapes.
These are regular tortilla chips for snacking with dips or sharing; check the protein per portion if you want to include it in your intake.
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Ideal for a night in when you’re sharing crisps or serving them with dips, and getting protein from another food if needed.
Protein: 6.8 g per 100 g; average portion: 30 g.
Contains milk ingredients; according to the product description, gluten, soya and wheat may be present.
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Ideal for a snack with dips, salsa or oven-baked nachos; add a separate source of protein if you wish.
Protein: 6.3 g per 100 g.
The product description lists soya as an allergen.
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Ideal for a night in with dips or for sharing, with protein from another food if needed.
Protein: 6.8 g per 100 g; average portion: 30 g.
Contains milk ingredients; according to the product description, gluten, soya and wheat may be present.
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The product description suggests dips and salsa as serving options for a night in with friends.
Protein: 6.6 g per 100 g.
The product description lists soya as an allergen.
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The product description suggests serving with dips and salsa; you can choose a separate source of protein if you wish.
Protein: 6.6 g per 100 g.
The product description lists soya as an allergen.
Not necessarily. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says recreational athletes don’t need special protein products, and that extra protein can often come from everyday foods. For intensive exercise, it depends on your total intake and training goal, not just the crisps.
Multiply the protein per 100 g shown on the pack by the weight of your portion, then divide the result by 100. Use the table for the exact variety; average figures for the category can vary between brands.
No. According to the Dutch manufacturer, Doritos Nacho Cheese contains milk ingredients and may contain soya and wheat. The NVWA explains the rules for allergen labelling; always check the ingredients and warnings for the exact flavour.
Jumbo’s product page says to store this variety in a cool, dry place. Also follow the storage and best-before information on the pack you buy.
Dutch government information says this includes ingredients, allergens, net quantity, nutritional information and relevant storage or usage instructions. Labelling information must be in Dutch and also available online.
