If you want less fat in the almonds themselves, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and check the exact product claim: unsalted or made without added fat does not automatically mean reduced-fat. Weighing out a smaller portion reduces how much you eat, but does not change the almonds’ composition. When you’re on the go, look separately at whether the pack can be sealed securely and how to store it somewhere cool and dry.
You want less fat and need to distinguish between a different product composition, no added fat and a smaller snack portion. The European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods.
You want to take almonds with you and decide in advance how much to eat at each snack break, rather than treating the whole pack as one portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted almonds.
You’re looking for a pack that seals securely after use and can store the almonds somewhere dry and as cool as possible. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who might this matter more to? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content and product claim | Compare the fat per 100 g and the ingredients. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis varieties covered here list 50–60 g of fat per 100 g. | If you want less fat in the almonds themselves, look at their composition, not just how they’re prepared. Around 36% of consumers prioritise composition. |
| Portion per snack break | Weigh out your own portion; a smaller portion does not change the nutritional composition per 100 g. | If you want to decide for yourself how much you eat while camping, weighing out a portion in advance can help. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Sealing and storage | Check whether the pack can be sealed securely after opening and whether you have somewhere cool and dry to store it. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. | If you’ll open a bag several times during your trip, pay attention to how it seals and how to store it. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Salt and flavour | Check the salt and ingredients separately from the fat content. Albert Heijn lists 0 g of salt per 100 g for its unsalted variety; Duyvis lists 1.1 g of salt per 100 g for its Oven roasted variety. | If you’re mainly looking for an unsalted option or a savoury flavour, compare those features separately from the fat content. Around 14% of consumers start by looking at salt and flavour. |
According to the Dutch product information, Duyvis Oven roasted almonds are dry-roasted without added oil or fat, but contain 50 g of fat per 100 g. So the preparation method doesn’t tell you how much fat the almonds naturally contain.
Read the nutritional values per 100 g alongside the preparation details, and don’t treat ‘no added fat’ as proof of a reduced-fat composition.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g lists sunflower oil as an ingredient. ‘Unsalted’ on its own tells you nothing about whether oil has been added.
Check the salt, oil and total fat as separate features on the pack.
Albert Heijn gives a portion size of 25 g for its unsalted almonds; Duyvis gives 30 g for its Oven roasted variety. A lower figure per portion may simply be because the portion is smaller.
Compare the values per 100 g first, then work out the amount you want to take with you.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. A larger pack also needs somewhere you can protect its contents after opening.
Choose a pack size that suits the length of your stay and your storage conditions.
Once opened, you’ll need a pack that seals securely and somewhere dry to store it.
AH Unsalted Almonds 190 g is a roasted own-brand option for anyone who wants to avoid added salt.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is a roasted variety; check the ingredients as well as the salt content.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds 200 g is an option if you’re looking for a simple ingredients list.
Duyvis Oven roasted almonds 125 g is a savoury, dry-roasted variety.
ALDI’s Dutch product information describes unroasted Trader Joe’s almonds in a resealable pack.
Lidl sells almonds under the Alesto brand, as part of a range that includes nuts, dried fruit and snacks.
These Joybuy options are almonds for snacking. Compare the nutritional values shown and the portion size; unroasted or unsalted does not prove that they contain less fat.
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Suitable if you’re looking for ready-to-eat almonds as a snack and want to seal the pack after use.
The product information lists 100% almonds and 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Store the almonds somewhere cool and dry, and seal the pack securely after opening.
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Suitable if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds as a snack.
The product title says Raw & Unsalted; the nutritional information lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.
The product information recommends sealing the pack securely after opening and storing the almonds somewhere cool and dry.
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Suitable if you want to take ready-to-eat almond kernels with you as a snack.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 53.8 g of fat per 100 g.
Seal the pack securely after opening and store the almonds somewhere cool and dry.
For the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. The Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis varieties discussed here list 50–60 g of fat per 100 g, which is above that limit.
Store the almonds in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, and keep them as cool as possible. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10–15 °C as an example; consider the storage conditions at your campsite and follow the instructions on the pack.
Read the ingredients and any cross-contamination warnings on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires allergens to be clearly distinguishable in the ingredients list. If someone has a relevant allergy, check the label on the pack you’re actually taking with you.
The Albert Heijn and Duyvis product pages warn that young children can choke on nuts. Bear this warning in mind if you’re taking almonds for a group that includes young children.
Check the physical label and contact the seller or the responsible business named on the packaging if you have any questions. Dutch government information on food labels mentions, among other details, the batch code and best-before date; keep these details if you want to discuss a complaint.
