Choose a pack size based on how many almonds your household actually uses: a large bag gives you more in one go, while smaller bags can limit how much you open at a time. If you follow a protein-focused diet, compare the protein and energy in the exact product variant using the same weighed portion. Raw, roasted, unsalted and salted describe different product characteristics; on their own, they say nothing about the protein content.
If you want to include almonds in a protein-focused diet, compare the protein and energy in a weighed portion. General nut values from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre are not exact values for a specific almond product.
If several people in your household eat almonds, you can compare the weight of a larger pack with the same total amount in smaller bags. Pack weight and the amount you open at a time are two different considerations.
If you don't eat almonds every day, a smaller pack, a resealable closure and storage advice for unsalted almonds may all be worth considering. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides storage guidance for unsalted almonds.
Assess portion size, pack quantity, storage and product type separately; a feature of the packaging doesn't automatically tell you anything about the nutritional value.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein and energy per portion | Compare the nutritional information for the same product variant per 100 g, then calculate it for your weighed portion. | If I weigh my portions, I want to compare the protein content with the energy. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this portion-based comparison. |
| Amount per purchase | Compare the net weight of one large bag with the total amount in several smaller bags. | When I compare packs, I want to know how many almonds I’ll have in the house in total. Around 28% of consumers prioritise the total amount. |
| Stock and storage | Check the amount per bag, whether it can be resealed, and the storage and shelf-life information. | If my consumption varies, I don’t want to open more at once than I can store properly. Around 22% of consumers prioritise managing their stocks to suit their needs. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Check separately whether the almonds are raw or roasted, salted or unsalted, and read the ingredients and allergen information. | If I’m looking for a specific product variant, I want to know how it’s prepared and what ingredients are listed on the pack. Around 14% of consumers give these characteristics the most weight. |
A larger amount of almonds also provides more energy than a smaller portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives general figures for unsalted nuts as a category of 4.5 g of protein and 164 kcal per 25 g; these are not product-specific values for every almond variant.
Weigh your portion and use the nutritional information for the exact product variant to calculate the protein and energy for that amount.
A larger pack gives you more in one go, but that doesn’t tell you how much your household will actually use.
Compare the net weight with your consumption and with the total amount in any smaller packs you’re considering.
These words describe different characteristics. A particular preparation method doesn’t prove that a variant contains more protein or has a different nutritional value.
Check the preparation method and whether the almonds are salted or unsalted separately, and read the ingredients list.
A resealable pack is a packaging feature, not a guarantee that the contents will stay fresh indefinitely.
Follow the storage and packaging instructions, and look out for signs of deterioration in quality.
AH Terra Raw Almonds is a product range to consider when looking for a larger pack.
The Trader Joe's variant reviewed is a 200 g pack of roasted, unsalted almonds.
PLUS Raw, Unsalted Almonds is a specific example of a smaller pack.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds, 140 g, is another example of a smaller pack.
Lidl lists Alesto Spanish almonds in 200 g variants.
Duyvis is worth considering if you’re looking at roasted almonds; the brand uses the name Roasted Almonds Salted for one of its own recipes.
These products relate to choices about portion size, pack quantity and preparation; check the listed variant and information for each product.
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The 160 g pack suits anyone looking for a smaller quantity; the description says the almonds can be eaten as a snack or used in dishes.
The product description lists the protein and energy per 100 g for this variant.
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This variant suits anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds; the title lists the pack size as 200 g.
The description lists the protein and energy per 100 g and advises keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
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The 500 g pack is a larger option for stocking up; the description says the almonds can be eaten as a snack or used in dishes.
The product description lists the protein and energy per 100 g for this variant.
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This 500 g pack suits anyone looking for a larger quantity of roasted, salted almonds; the description suggests them as a snack.
The product description lists the protein and energy per 100 g and advises keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
Use the protein value per 100 g on the exact pack and multiply it by the weight of your portion, divided by 100. Calculate the energy in the same way. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general values for unsalted nuts aren’t exact values for every almond variant.
No. A protein-focused diet describes a consumer’s choice; it doesn’t automatically mean a claim about the product is permitted. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) refers to EU rules on nutrition claims. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre states that such claims may only be used when they meet the relevant requirements.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises that opened unsalted almonds can be kept for 6 months in a kitchen cupboard and 1 year in the freezer. This is guidance for the product category, not a guarantee for every variant or pack; follow the packaging instructions too, and look out for signs of deterioration in quality.
Check the current allergen information on the specific pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that nuts are among the legally recognised allergen groups and that prepacked products must show allergen information on the label. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has also checked whether labels give appropriate warnings about allergen cross-contamination.
Add together the net weights of the smaller packs and compare the total with the weight of the large bag. Also check that they have the same preparation method and salt status, and choose a total amount that suits your household’s consumption.
