For an easy student supper, flavoured pretzel bites can make a tasty side if their seasoning goes with the rest of the meal. Classic salted pretzels are a more neutral choice that works with a wider range of sides. With either option, check the pack size, ingredients and salt content to make sure it suits the meal you have in mind.
If you’d like to add a pretzel-based bite to crudités, a dip or your evening meal, choose between paprika, rosemary and Honey Mustard depending on the flavour you’re after. Lorenz lists these flavours for its Saltletts Crunchy Bites.
If you want to have pretzels with different sides on several evenings, a larger pack of classic salted pretzels may suit your plans better than a small pack with a strong seasoning.
If you need to avoid certain allergens or keep track of the salt in your portion, compare the details for the specific variety. Lorenz’s Crunchy Bites contain wheat; depending on the variety, milk ingredients or mustard may also be relevant.
First, decide whether you want the pretzels to add a particular flavour to your supper or act as a neutral side that works with different combinations. Then check the pack size, ingredients and nutritional information for the variety you’re planning to buy.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Flavour | Check the variety name and ingredients list: paprika, rosemary and Honey Mustard each bring a different flavour. | If I want the snack to go with a dip or my evening meal, I want to choose the seasoning carefully. For around 40% of consumers, flavour comes first. |
| Pack size | Compare the net weight with the number of portions you’re planning; consider classic and flavoured options separately. | If I want the pack to last for several suppers, the amount it contains matters more to me than a particular seasoning. Around 30% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list, highlighted allergens and any may-contain information on the specific pack. | If I need to take wheat, milk ingredients or mustard into account, the ingredients determine which varieties are suitable. This is the priority for around 20% of consumers. |
| Salt and portion size | Compare the salt per 100 g with the amount you actually plan to eat. | If my supper includes other salty ingredients, I want to know how much salt my pretzel portion adds. This is the main consideration for around 10% of consumers. |
ALDI Nord sold SUN SNACKS Crunchy Pretzels as a limited-time promotional item from 24 to 26 September. The varieties available then aren’t necessarily going to be there on your next shop.
Check the current range before shopping if you’re planning to buy one of the flavoured varieties.
The Lorenz Saltletts Crunchy Bites described here contain wheat. The paprika and rosemary varieties also contain milk ingredients, while Honey Mustard contains mustard; allergen warnings may vary by variety too.
If you have specific dietary requirements, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack you buy, even if you already know the variety.
A larger pack doesn’t tell you how much salt is in the portion you plan to eat. EDEKA24 lists 4.5 g of salt per 100 g for Gut & Günstig salted pretzels; Lorenz lists 1.5 g per 100 g for each of the paprika and rosemary Crunchy Bites described here.
Compare the salt figures on the same basis and consider how much you plan to have with your supper.
Lorenz describes its baked Saltletts Crunchy Bites as available in paprika, rosemary and Honey Mustard flavours.
ALDI Nord sells classic salted pretzels under the SUN SNACKS brand and has offered flavoured Crunchy Pretzels as a limited-time promotion.
EDEKA24 describes Gut & Günstig salted pretzels as a classic, unflavoured option.
Lorenz describes the Crunchy Bites mentioned here as pretzel snacks, so a portion doesn’t have to make up your whole supper. If you’re having them as a side, choose the rest of your meal to suit your own needs.
The Saltletts Crunchy Bites described here contain wheat. According to Lorenz, the paprika and rosemary varieties also contain milk ingredients, while Honey Mustard contains mustard. Check the may-contain information on the pack you buy too.
Start by comparing the ‘salt’ figure per 100 g, then take your planned portion into account. Lorenz lists 1.4 g of salt per 100 g for Honey Mustard Crunchy Bites and 1.5 g per 100 g for both paprika and rosemary; EDEKA24 lists 4.5 g per 100 g for Gut & Günstig salted pretzels.
Read the ingredients list and highlighted allergens for the specific variety. The consumer advice centre explains that ingredients in pre-packed foods must be listed in descending order by weight. The nutritional information can help you compare salt and portion sizes.