For a neighbourhood get-together, compare the energy per 100 g of the exact type of almonds and then decide how much to serve. Unsalted or made without added fat doesn’t automatically mean low in calories. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a handful of unsalted nuts is 25 g, but the energy listed for this general category doesn’t automatically apply to every almond product. Almonds aren’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy, and roasting doesn’t change that.
You want to serve almonds and keep track of how much is eaten. Compare the energy per 100 g and weigh your portion separately. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 25 g as a handful of unsalted nuts; this general guide isn’t the nutritional value for every type of almond.
You’re looking for almonds without added salt and don’t want to confuse preparation methods with calorie claims. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, unsalted nuts are included in the Wheel of Five; whether they’re unroasted or oven-roasted doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much energy they contain.
You’re organising a neighbourhood get-together and want to check which snacks contain almonds. The NVWA states that allergen information for prepacked products appears on the label. According to the Dutch Food Allergy Foundation, the nut allergen remains stable when heated.
Start with the nutritional information on the exact pack and your portion size. Then choose the salt level and preparation method you prefer. If you’re sharing snacks, also consider allergens and how you’ll store any leftovers.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare the kcal per 100 g on the exact pack and weigh your portion. | If you want to know how much energy you’re actually serving, look at both the portion size and the value per 100 g. Around 38% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| Salt and preparation | Check whether the variety is unsalted, unroasted or oven-roasted. | If you want unsalted almonds or a particular preparation method, check the product description. Around 23% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information on the pack and keep it available when serving. | If you have guests who need to avoid almonds, choose a suitable alternative rather than a different type of almond. Around 23% of consumers prioritise allergen information and suitability. |
| Quantity and storage | Match the net weight to the portions you’re planning and follow the storage instructions. | If you want to limit leftovers and store any unused almonds properly, choose an amount that suits your get-together. Around 16% of consumers prioritise packaging and storage. |
These terms describe the salt content or preparation method, not the energy content. According to the European Commission, a claim meaning ‘low energy’ can only be used for solid foods containing no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g.
Compare the energy per 100 g on the exact pack and calculate the amount for the portion you’re serving.
Roasting doesn’t make almonds suitable for someone with an almond allergy. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation states that the nut allergen remains stable when heated.
Ask which ingredients your guests need to avoid and keep the original packaging so you can check the allergen information.
A product with the same name may be sold in a different pack size or variety. For example, Jumbo’s official product description lists a 140 g pack; information for a different size can’t automatically be applied to it.
Check the nutritional values and ingredients on the exact pack you’re buying.
A pack that stays open for a long time after your get-together needs to be stored properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping nuts somewhere cool, dark and dry.
Choose an amount that matches the portions you’re planning and seal any leftovers well. Follow the instructions on the label too.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
The official product description calls these AH Almonds unsalted, making them an option if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted variety.
Jumbo describes its Unsalted Almonds as coming in a 140 g pack.
According to Lidl, the Alesto range includes nuts and dried fruit; the product description lists Spanish almonds in different 200 g varieties.
ALDI describes 200 g packs of unroasted Trader Joe’s almonds in resealable packaging.
PLUS describes a 200 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted almonds.
These Joybuy products are almonds for anyone who wants to calculate the energy content of a weighed portion. According to the European Commission, the threshold for a ‘low energy’ claim on solid foods is no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the energy content shown on these product cards is higher.
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The product information says these almond kernels can be eaten straight from the pack as a snack; the energy per 100 g helps you calculate the value for a weighed portion.
Ingredient: 100% almond kernels.
Energy: 622 kcal per 100 g.
Salt: 0,028 g per 100 g.
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The product information describes these almonds as a snack; the energy per 100 g gives you a basis for calculating the value of your chosen portion.
Preparation and ingredients as stated in the product name: raw and unsalted.
Energy: 591 kcal per 100 g.
Salt: 0,03 g per 100 g.
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The product information says these almonds can be eaten straight from the pack; use the energy per 100 g to calculate a weighed portion.
Energy: 578 kcal per 100 g.
Salt: 0,00 g per 100 g.
No. According to the European Commission, a claim meaning ‘low energy’ can only be used for solid foods containing no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g. A smaller portion doesn’t change that limit per 100 g. A claim that a product has reduced energy has its own conditions, including a reduction of at least 30% and a statement of the feature responsible for the reduction.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 164 kcal for 25 g of the general category of unsalted nuts. For your almonds, use the nutritional value on the exact pack and calculate it for the portion you’ve chosen.
No. According to the Dutch Food Allergy Foundation, the nut allergen remains stable when heated. Don’t choose a type of almond for that guest on the basis that it’s roasted; check the allergen information on a separate, suitable alternative.
Store nuts in a well-sealed container somewhere cool, dark and dry, and follow the instructions on your product’s label too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives this general storage advice for unsalted almonds.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g on the pack by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide the result by 100. Weigh your portion to use the nutritional value for the exact variety rather than a general value for nuts.
