If you want to eat fewer calories, don’t choose almonds based on claims such as ‘unsalted’ or ‘roasted’: these descriptions don’t prove that a product is lower in calories. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds as a general reference. So weigh your portion and check the energy per 100 g for the exact variety; then choose based on taste and packaging.
You want to snack on almonds during the match while keeping track of how much you eat. Weighing your portion and checking the nutritional information on the pack are more useful than an unsubstantiated claim that a variety is low in calories. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 158 kcal per 25 g of unsalted almonds as a general reference.
You’re looking for a variety with no added salt, then choosing between options such as raw and roasted. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts; the variety name alone says nothing about its energy content.
You want to enjoy the pack over several snack breaks, so you’re looking for a resealable closure or clear storage instructions. ALDI describes one of its packs as resealable; Jumbo says to store its product in a cool, dry place away from light.
For an evening at home watching the Dutch team, portion size, your preferred taste and how you’ll use the packaging are separate buying considerations. The percentages below relate to each consumer’s main priority.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might prioritise this? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories in your portion | Compare the energy per 100 g for the exact variety and weigh your portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 158 kcal for 25 g of unsalted almonds as a general reference. | If I want to snack during the match without losing track of how much I’m eating, I weigh my portion and use the information on the label. Around 42% of consumers put portion size and calories first. |
| Unsalted or another flavour | Check the variety name and ingredients. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts; being roasted or raw doesn’t prove that a product is lower in energy. | If I’m mainly looking for an unsalted taste, I also want the preparation method to suit my own preference. Around 25% of consumers prioritise the unsalted variety. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions for the exact product. Jumbo says to store its product in a cool, dry place away from light; ALDI describes one of its packs as resealable. | If I want to keep the bag for another occasion after the match, I check the closure and follow the instructions on the pack. Around 17% of consumers make storage and packaging convenience their main priority. |
| How much you need for your snack breaks | Check the net weight and think about how much you’ll need for the occasions you have planned. A 140 g or 200 g bag is not the same as a weighed portion. | If I’m shopping for one or more snack breaks, I choose an amount that suits my needs and set aside my portion separately. Around 16% of consumers prioritise how much they need. |
‘Unsalted’ describes the variety, not its energy content. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 158 kcal per 25 g as a general reference for unsalted almonds.
Weigh your portion and calculate its energy using the nutritional information per 100 g on the pack. For a low-energy claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit of no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g.
140 g or 200 g packs contain more than the general reference portion of 25 g. The net weight tells you how much is in the pack; it isn’t a recommended portion size.
Weigh out how much you want to eat beforehand and store the rest according to the instructions on the pack.
Duyvis Unsalted Almonds and Duyvis Oven-Roasted Almonds shouldn’t be assumed to be the same variety based on their names alone. Information about the variety or ingredients may therefore differ.
Check the full product name, variety, ingredients and pack size before comparing product information.
Duyvis describes Unsalted Almonds as unsalted almonds suitable for snacking, among other occasions.
AH Unsalted Almonds is a specific own-brand variety.
Jumbo lists Unsalted Almonds in a 140 g pack.
Lidl lists Unsalted Almonds as a product variety.
ALDI describes 200 g packs of Trader Joe’s almonds in several varieties.
PLUS lists raw, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
These product options can help you compare the nutritional information per 100 g, variety and pack size when choosing almonds for a portion to enjoy during the match.
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An option for weighing out a portion and calculating its energy using the product information.
The product description lists 100% almond kernels and 622 kcal per 100 g. The pack contains 160 g and can be closed after opening.
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Suited to anyone looking for a raw, unsalted variety and wanting to weigh out their own portion.
The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and 591 kcal per 100 g.
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An option for calculating a weighed portion based on the stated energy content.
The product information lists 100% almonds, 0,00 g salt per 100 g and 578 kcal per 100 g. The pack contains 500 g.
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Suited to anyone looking for roasted, salted almonds; don’t choose this variety if you specifically want unsalted nuts.
The product information lists 620 kcal and 1,0 g salt per 100 g. The pack contains 500 g.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s figure of 158 kcal for 25 g is a general reference for unsalted almonds, not an exact value for every variety.
A small portion doesn’t make the product itself low in calories. According to the European Commission, solid foods must contain no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g to carry a low-energy claim.
Follow the instructions on the pack you buy. Jumbo says to store its product in a cool, dry place away from light; the roasted, unsalted ALDI variety comes in a resealable pack. A resealable closure doesn’t replace the storage instructions.
According to the NVWA, almonds are among the nuts that must be declared as allergens. Read the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack, and take that person’s known allergy into account. ‘Unsalted’ tells you nothing about allergens.
Compare the same variety and check the net weight, so you’re not judging by the bag alone. The packs reviewed vary in weight, including 140 g and 200 g; you should also weigh the portion you actually want to eat.
