Regular stock-up shoppers
You regularly have almonds with your desk lunch or share them at home. Compare the pack size with how much you use and the price per kilogram. Albert Heijn, for example, lists a 500 g pack of AH Terra almonds.
Who is this buying guide for?
Everyday unsalted almond eaters
You’re looking for unsalted almonds to enjoy regularly and want to consider raw and roasted almonds as separate preparation methods. The Voedingscentrum recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day and eating a variety.
Occasional desk snackers
You don’t eat almonds every working day and may find a smaller, resealable pack more practical than a large bag. ALDI lists resealable 200 g packs of raw and roasted unsalted almonds.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| True value for money | Compare the current total price and net weight on a like-for-like basis: price per kilogram. A multipack or large bag isn’t automatically better value. | If I eat almonds regularly or share them, I want to know what I’m paying for the total amount. Around 36% of consumers prioritise value for money. |
| Unsalted options | Check the label for added salt and consider the preparation method separately. The Voedingscentrum recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day; ALDI also lists roasted unsalted almonds. | For everyday use, I want to choose unsalted almonds without assuming that raw is the only option. Around 29% of consumers prioritise unsalted options. |
| Storage and portioning | Check the pack size, whether it can be resealed and the storage instructions on the packaging. The Voedingscentrum’s general advice for opened unsalted almonds is six months in a kitchen cupboard or one year in the freezer; quality may deteriorate after that. | If I don’t eat almonds often, I want to store an opened pack that suits how much I use. Around 21% of consumers particularly value easy storage. |
| Flavour and preparation | Compare raw, roasted, savoury and unsalted as separate characteristics. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as savoury and oven-roasted. According to Duyvis, no oil or fat is added, but that alone doesn’t confirm whether the variety is unsalted. | If I want to eat almonds straight from the pack, I want to choose a preparation method that suits my taste. Around 14% of consumers prioritise flavour and convenience. |
Common buying pitfalls
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Assuming a large bag or multipack is automatically better value
A larger amount or several packs doesn’t tell you whether you’re paying less per kilogram. You may also end up with unused stock if the quantity doesn’t suit how much you use.
Compare the current total price and net weight on a like-for-like basis, then choose an amount you expect to use.
You could end up with more stock than you’ll use, or pay more per kilogram than you would for another pack size.
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Confusing no added oil with unsalted
A claim about oil or fat describes how the almonds are prepared; it doesn’t confirm that the product contains no salt. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted with no added oil or fat.
Check the exact variety and ingredients on the label, separately from any claims about how it is prepared.
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Assuming resealable means it will keep indefinitely
Even after you reseal the pack, it’s important to follow the storage instructions and check the condition of the almonds.
Follow the label and check the almonds for signs of spoilage, such as a rancid smell or taste, toughness or mould.
Brands worth comparing
Albert Heijn
The listed pack options include 500 g packs of AH Terra almonds and an AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack.
- The product listings include examples of a larger pack and a multipack.
- A 4-pack doesn’t automatically tell you the total net weight or whether it offers better value. Compare these details when you buy.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s almonds are listed in 200 g raw and roasted unsalted varieties.
- ALDI lists resealable packs for both varieties.
- The 200 g product listings don’t establish that these are large stock-up packs or better value than other sizes.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Almonds is listed in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
- The product page gives the price per kilogram as a comparison measure.
- The smaller pack isn’t a large stock-up option. Consider the current price and pack size together.
Duyvis
Almonds Original is a 125 g savoury, oven-roasted variety.
- According to Duyvis, no oil or fat is added.
- This statement from the manufacturer doesn’t confirm that the variety is unsalted. The flavour description isn’t an independent assessment.
Lidl
According to the product listing, the Alesto range includes 200 g packs of Spanish almonds in different varieties.
- The product listing gives an example of a 200 g pack.
- Check the specific variety and current price on the packaging or in the product information.
Jumbo
Jumbo has a category page for almonds, which is useful if you want to compare them with your regular grocery shop.
- The category makes it easy to find almonds in its range.
- The category page doesn’t specify a pack size, ingredients or price ranking.
Almonds on Joybuy
These Joybuy products show a range of pack sizes and varieties for a quick desk lunch, from larger stock-up packs to smaller bags.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds, 500 gr
The 500 gr pack is a good fit if you eat almonds regularly or share them.
The product description lists 100% almonds with no added salt.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels, 160 g
The smaller pack may suit you if you’d rather not store too many almonds at once.
The product description lists 100% almond kernels in a resealable pack.
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g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
The 200 g pack is a good choice if you’re looking for a smaller amount of unsalted almonds.
The product name and description specify raw, unsalted almonds.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds, 500 g
The 500 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a larger supply of roasted almonds.
This variety is roasted and salted; choose another option if you need unsalted almonds.
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g’woon roasted salted almonds, 150 g
The smaller pack may suit you if you’d rather not store too many almonds at once.
The product description lists a resealable bag. This variety is roasted and salted, not unsalted.
Frequently asked questions
Do you need to choose raw almonds if you want to eat unsalted ones?
No. Raw and unsalted are different characteristics. ALDI also lists roasted unsalted almonds; check the preparation method and salt content separately.
How long can you keep opened unsalted almonds?
The Voedingscentrum’s general advice is six months in a kitchen cupboard or one year in the freezer; quality may deteriorate after that. Follow the instructions on your pack too, and don’t eat almonds showing signs of spoilage, such as a rancid smell or taste, toughness or mould.
Does a 4-pack mean you get four lunch portions?
Not necessarily. The Albert Heijn 4-pack product name indicates several packs, but the number of packs doesn’t determine the portion size. The Voedingscentrum recommends a handful of unsalted nuts each day and eating a variety.
Which allergen information should you check on the label?
Almonds are among the nuts that must be declared as allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority requires relevant allergens to be clearly and correctly listed on the label, so check the information on the specific pack.
How can you tell whether a larger pack really is better value?
Divide the total price by the net weight in kilograms and compare the same type of almonds. A larger pack or multipack alone doesn’t prove a lower price per kilogram.
What should you do if the product information differs from the packaging?
Read the packaging before use and contact the seller’s customer service if you have any questions. PLUS notes that ingredients, nutritional values, allergen information and origin may change.