For making lunchbox portions
You want to take a measured amount with you without mistaking a large bag for a single snack portion. Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 25 grams for its individual bag of almonds; the 6-pack contains six 450 g bags.
Which pack is right for you?
For protein-conscious snackers
You want to know how much protein and energy your own portion provides. General nutrition information and product labels can vary, so use the information for the specific variety you choose.
For sharing your stock
You share almonds with others and are choosing between several large bags and smaller packs. The weight per bag, the closure and the storage instructions can all help you decide what’s practical.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by checking the weight per bag and deciding whether you want a supply to portion yourself or ready-to-pack lunchbox portions. Then compare the nutritional values for the exact variety.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should prioritise this? |
|---|---|---|
| Portion size and taking it with you | Check the number of bags, the weight per bag and whether they’re large stock bags or individual snack portions. | If I want to take a measured amount in my lunchbox, I check the weight per bag and the serving size. Around 31% of consumers prioritise portion size. |
| Protein and energy per portion | Compare protein and kcal using the same label and weight basis, then calculate the values for your actual portion. | When I track my protein intake, I also want to know how much energy my portion provides. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this combination. |
| Amount to keep in stock | Compare the total net weight with how many almonds you actually want to store and use. | If I share almonds with others, I want to choose an amount that suits how much we use. Around 19% of consumers prioritise the amount in the pack. |
| Storage and sharing | Check the closure, storage instructions and allergen information for the exact variety. | When I use a pack repeatedly, I want to be able to store it as instructed and keep the product information available for others. Around 19% of consumers prioritise storage and sharing. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a 6-pack contains six small snack bags
The AH 6-pack contains six separate 450 g bags, supplied as individual items. It’s a stock pack, so you’ll need to weigh out your own portions for a lunchbox.
Check the weight in grams of each individual bag before choosing based on the number of packs.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Albert Heijn
The AH Unroasted Almonds 6-pack is a multipack for stocking up, containing six separate 450 g bags.
- The product page lists 25 grams as the serving size for an individual bag.
- The multipack doesn’t contain individual snack portions, so you’ll still need to weigh them out yourself.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is an individual pack of roasted almonds.
- Jumbo lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil in the ingredients, and 21 grams of protein per 100 grams.
- For this variety, unsalted doesn’t mean unroasted or free from added cooking oil. It isn’t a verified multipack.
Lidl
Lidl’s Dutch product page describes Alesto Spanish almonds in a 200 g pack and lists several varieties.
- The product described is an individual pack.
- The fact that several varieties are listed doesn’t mean that every variety is unsalted or has the same nutritional values.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s unroasted almonds in a 200 g pack.
- The product description says the pack is resealable.
- This isn’t a multipack of individual lunchbox portions, so you’ll still need to portion the almonds yourself.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds comes in an individual 200 g pack.
- PLUS lists almonds as the ingredient and 24 grams of protein per 100 grams.
- The product information says the pack may contain peanuts and other nuts. There’s no evidence to confirm that the pack is resealable.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as a savoury, oven-roasted almond variety in a 125 g pack.
- According to Duyvis, no oil or fat is added during roasting.
- The ingredients include salt and flavourings, and Duyvis lists 1.2 grams of salt in its nutrition table. This isn’t a multipack.
Joybuy almonds to portion yourself
These packs of almonds are for shoppers who want to weigh out their own portions.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels, 160 g
The 160 g pack is a smaller amount to weigh out for a lunchbox.
The product information lists almond kernels, 21.5 g of protein per 100 g and 622 kcal per 100 g.
This is an individual pack, not a multipack of individual portions.
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g'woon Raw & Unsalted Almonds, 200 g
The 200 g pack gives you an amount you can weigh out if you want to make your own lunchbox portions.
The product name describes the almonds as raw and unsalted. The product information lists 24 g of protein per 100 g and 591 kcal per 100 g.
This is an individual pack, not a multipack of individual portions.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds, 500 g
The 500 g pack is a good choice if you want a larger amount to divide into portions you weigh out yourself.
The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and 21 g of protein per 100 g.
This is an individual pack, not a multipack of individual portions; close the pack after opening.
Frequently asked questions
How much protein is in a 25-gram portion of almonds?
It varies by variety. The Nutrition Centre lists 5.4 grams of protein and 158 kcal for 25 grams of unsalted almonds. Calculated from the product pages, 25 grams of AH Unroasted Almonds contains 6.5 grams of protein and 153.25 kcal; for PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds, it’s 6 grams of protein and 147.75 kcal. Use the label on the pack you choose to work out the values for your own portion.
Can I divide a large bag between several lunchboxes?
Yes, you can weigh out the amount you want. For example, Albert Heijn lists 25 grams as the serving size for its individual bag. Seal the opened pack properly and follow the storage instructions on the bag. Keep the allergen information from the original pack available for anyone eating the portions.
Are whole almonds suitable for a young child’s lunchbox?
For children under four, the MDL Fonds considers whole nuts unsafe because of the risk of choking. The fact that almonds come in a multipack is not, by itself, a reason to include whole almonds. This doesn’t provide a general safety guarantee for older children either.
Can any pack of almonds be marketed as ‘high protein’?
Not automatically. Here, ‘high protein diet’ describes what you’re looking for when shopping; it doesn’t prove that a product meets the requirements for a specific nutrition claim. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that claims on labels and online shops must comply with the relevant European rules. So check the exact claim and the product information for the variety you choose.
What information should I check when buying online?
Check the ingredients, allergens, net weight, nutritional values and storage or usage instructions for the exact variety. Dutch government information on food labelling states that label information must be available in Dutch, including online. Once your order arrives, compare those details with the pack.