Who is this guide for?

Someone who wants to eat less fat when having drinks

You want to keep serving almonds, but are keeping an eye on the fat per portion. So start by comparing the nutritional values per 100 g, then check how much you serve.

Someone who prefers unsalted snacks

You’re looking for almonds with no added salt and want to distinguish between unroasted, roasted and savoury seasoned options. Unsalted, on its own, says nothing about the fat content.

Organising drinks at the office

You want to choose the right quantity and flavour, store any leftovers properly and keep the packaging handy so guests can check the ingredients and allergens. The NVWA says allergens must be clearly identifiable on food labels.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with the nutritional values per 100 g, then choose your portion; consider salt, flavour and pack size separately. Voedingscentrum gives a handful of unsalted almonds as 25 g, while Duyvis product information lists an average portion as 30 g. Convert portions to the same weight before comparing them.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Fat content Compare total fat per 100 g and check what any claim is based on. If I want to eat less fat, I want to compare labels for the same quantity rather than judge by the preparation method. Around 33% of consumers say fat content is their top priority when buying.
Portion size Check the weight of your portion and calculate the nutritional values for that amount. If I want to limit how much I eat during drinks, choosing a portion in advance helps me serve a sensible amount. Around 27% of consumers prioritise portion control.
Salt Check the salt per 100 g and read the ingredients, even if the name says ‘unsalted’. If I’m mainly looking for an unsalted snack, I check the salt rather than just the fat content. Around 14% of consumers make avoiding salt their top priority when buying.
Savoury flavour Check the seasoning, the ingredients and whether oil or fat has been added during preparation. If I want a savoury, roasted snack to serve with drinks, I check what the seasoning contains and keep an eye on the total fat separately. Around 13% of consumers prioritise savoury flavour above all else.
Quantity and packaging Compare the net weight with the number of portions and check how you can seal and store any leftovers. If I’m buying for a group, I want enough to serve without ending up with too many leftovers, and I want to keep the packaging handy for label information. Around 13% of consumers prioritise quantity for a group and storage.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘no added oil’ means low in fat

    Duyvis’s preparation claim refers to added ingredients. The Dutch label for the oven-roasted option mentioned lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.

    Read the total fat content on the label alongside the preparation information.

  • Confusing unsalted with lower in fat

    Salt and fat are different nutritional values. Unsalted almonds are therefore not automatically a lower-fat choice.

    Check the salt and total fat separately, then decide which matters most for your drinks spread.

  • Comparing portion values without checking the weight

    The nutritional value per portion depends in part on how many grams count as a portion.

    Compare per 100 g first, then calculate the values for portions of the same size.

  • Mistaking almond flour for almonds to serve with drinks

    Defatted almond flour is a ground ingredient for baking and cooking, not a ready-to-eat snack made from whole almonds.

    Check the product format before choosing something for your drinks table.

Brands and options to consider

These Dutch options show how preparation, salt and label values can vary. They are not verified reduced-fat recommendations; the product information applies to the specific option mentioned.

Duyvis

Duyvis Almonds Original is a savoury oven-roasted almond option in a 125 g pack.

  • Duyvis describes the almonds as prepared without adding oil or fat.
  • The Dutch label lists 50 g of fat and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g; the preparation claim does not mean the almonds are low in fat.

Albert Heijn

AH Unsalted Almonds is a roasted own-brand option in a 190 g pack.

  • Albert Heijn lists almonds as the only ingredient and 0 g of salt per 100 g.
  • The label lists 53 g of fat per 100 g; unsalted does not mean lower in fat.

Jumbo

Jumbo Unsalted Almonds is a roasted option in a 140 g pack.

  • The product information describes this option as unsalted.
  • Jumbo lists 60 g of fat per 100 g; the ingredients include 99% almonds and sunflower oil.

Lidl

Lidl has a product page for unsalted almonds, item number 172897.

  • The product listing gives a specific product name and item number.
  • The page says ‘in store only’; check the latest information with the retailer. The product name does not substantiate a reduced-fat claim.

ALDI

ALDI describes TRADER JOE'S unroasted almonds in a 200 g pack.

  • The retailer describes the pack as resealable.
  • Unroasted and resealable are not indications of a lower fat content.

PLUS

PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is an own-brand option in a 200 g stand-up pouch.

  • The ingredients list contains only almonds.
  • The label lists 50 g of fat and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g; this option is therefore not substantiated as reduced fat.

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Frequently asked questions

When can a solid snack be called low in fat?

According to the European Commission, the ‘low fat’ claim for solid food is subject to a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. This is an absolute limit; ‘reduced fat’ refers to a relative comparison and does not, on its own, mean that a product meets that limit.

How do I compare almonds when the portions are different?

First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then calculate them for portions of the same weight. This stops a difference in the stated portion size from being mistaken for a difference in the product’s composition.

How many almonds do I need for drinks at the office?

First decide how many grams you want to offer each person. Multiply that weight by the number of people, then divide the total by the net weight of a pack; round the number of packs up.

How should I store leftover almonds?

Store nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container and follow the instructions on the packaging. Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts somewhere cool; for the AH option reviewed, the storage advice is to keep them in a cool, dark, dry place and seal the pack well after use.

What should I check for allergens when serving a group?

Keep the original packaging available so guests can check the ingredients and allergen information for the specific option. The label for the Duyvis option mentioned says it may contain peanuts and wheat; always check the packaging of the product you’re serving.