If you’re mainly looking to get protein from a measured portion, AH Amandelen ongezouten lists 27 g of protein per 100 g; AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen lists 26 g, PLUS ongebrand en ongezouten 24 g and Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 21 g. These are label values for specific variants, not evidence of any recovery benefits. Also consider how they’re prepared, their salt content and packaging: unsalted doesn’t always mean unroasted, and a bag isn’t automatically one portion.
You want a snack on the go that contributes to your protein intake, so you compare protein per equal portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that protein requirements may be higher for strength training or endurance sports. Consider the contribution from almonds as part of your overall diet, rather than as a promise of recovery.
You’re mainly looking for an unsalted snack to have with your coffee and want to distinguish between unroasted, roasted and seasoned almonds. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its healthy eating guidelines. Check the label of the variant you choose for the exact ingredients.
You want to weigh out a portion at home and be able to seal the rest properly for the next working day. Check the net weight, whether the packaging is resealable and the storage instructions for the specific product.
First decide what matters most for your coffee break: the amount of protein in your portion, an unsalted recipe, or easy portioning and storage.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein per 100 g and weigh out an equal portion; also check the energy per 100 g. | If I want a measured snack with my coffee and protein content matters to me, I compare the same portion size. Consumers who prioritise protein account for around 42%. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the ingredients and salt per 100 g; distinguish between unroasted and unsalted. | If I mainly want an unsalted snack, I check the salt and ingredients rather than just how it’s prepared. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the net weight, whether the packaging is resealable and the storage instructions after opening. | If I’m taking snacks for several working days, I want to be able to weigh out a portion and seal the rest properly. Consumers who prioritise convenience on the go and portion control account for around 25%. |
The 27 g of protein per 100 g on the label for AH Amandelen ongezouten works out at 6.75 g of protein in a weighed 25 g portion. The same ratio doesn’t automatically apply to other variants.
Weigh your portion and calculate the label value for the amount you actually eat. Albert Heijn also lists 627 kcal per 100 g for this variant.
Duyvis describes its oven-roasted almonds as having no added oil or fat, but the ingredients may still include salt and flavourings.
Check the ingredients and salt content separately from the preparation method. Look at the exact packaging you’re buying.
The 200 g pack of AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen lists eight portions of 25 g. A pack intended for several snacks will therefore need to be portioned out.
Weigh out the amount you want to take with you in advance and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
The variants reviewed are AH Amandelen ongezouten, 190 g, and AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen, 200 g.
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen is a 140 g roasted, unsalted variant.
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten is a 200 g variant.
Almonds Original and Oven roasted are worth considering if you’re looking for a savoury, oven-roasted variant.
The range includes 200 g packs of Trader Joe’s unroasted almonds, as well as roasted variants.
Alesto lists almonds in several variants, including 200 g packs of Spanish almonds.
This selection of Joybuy products includes unsalted almonds and savoury roasted, salted variants for a coffee break on the go.
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A good fit if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds; the product information lists 24 g of protein and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g.
The ingredients list names almonds. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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An option if you’re looking for almond kernels with a single ingredient; the product information lists 21.5 g of protein and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g.
The ingredients list states 100% almond kernels. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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A good fit if you’re looking for natural almonds for a snack; the nutritional table lists 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
The ingredients list states 100% almonds. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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A good fit if you’re looking for a savoury, roasted snack; the nutritional table lists 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g.
The ingredients list includes salt. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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A good fit if you’re looking for roasted almonds with a savoury flavour; the product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g.
The ingredients list states 0.7% salt. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
Think of almonds as one contribution to your overall diet, not as complete recovery nutrition. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.4 g of protein in a 25 g handful of unsalted almonds in its general table. Protein requirements may be higher for strength training or endurance sports, but your overall diet still matters.
No. A nutrition claim such as ‘high in protein’ can only be used if a product meets the relevant criteria. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority refers to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. Comparing the grams of protein on labels is not, in itself, a legal claim.
Follow the storage instructions for the specific variant. Albert Heijn advises keeping AH Amandelen ongezouten in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack tightly. Jumbo recommends storing Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen in a dry, dark place; Duyvis’s Dutch retailer page advises storing an opened bag in a lightproof, airtight container.
Almonds are tree nuts, so unroasted or unsalted almonds aren’t allergen-free. Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that any allergens present must be clearly listed.
