Who is this relevant to?

Snackers looking to eat less fat

If the fat content of the almonds themselves matters to you, compare the nutritional values per 100 grams. A preparation method that uses no added cooking fat does not mean the overall fat content is lower.

Festival-goers who want to measure out a portion

Would you rather take a measured amount with you than eat from a larger bag? AH Terra’s packaging lists 25 grams as a portion and states that a 200-gram bag contains eight portions.

People sharing almonds with others

If you’re buying almonds for other people, keep the ingredients and allergen information handy. For the products reviewed, AH and Jumbo warn that young children can choke on nuts.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether the product’s fat content, how much you eat or the flavour matters most to you. Each calls for different checks on the packaging.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important to?
Fat content and claims Compare the fat per 100 grams and read the exact claim. For solid foods, the European Commission defines ‘low fat’ as no more than 3 grams of fat per 100 grams. If I want the product itself to contain less fat, I check the label rather than relying only on how it was prepared. Around 31% of consumers prioritise total fat content.
Portion size Check the bag weight, stated portion size and number of portions. AH Terra lists 25 grams as a portion and eight portions per 200-gram pack. If I want to eat a measured amount while walking around, it helps to decide in advance how much to take with me. Around 25% of consumers prioritise how much they eat.
Flavour, salt and oil Check both the ingredients list and the salt content. Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g contains sunflower oil; Duyvis describes Almonds Original as roasted without added oil or fat. If I’m looking for a savoury or roasted flavour, I want to assess salt and added cooking fat separately. Around 19% of consumers choose flavour as their main consideration.
Allergens and sharing Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, including any ‘may contain’ warnings. Also look for warnings about whole nuts and young children. If I’m buying almonds for other people, I want to know in advance what allergen information applies to the packaging. Around 13% of consumers prioritise sharing them safely.
Packaging and taking them with you Use the weight to plan how much you need and follow the storage instructions. AH recommends resealing the pack properly after use and storing it in a cool, dark and dry place. If I’m taking a snack with me, I look for a suitable amount and packaging that I can seal securely. Around 12% of consumers prioritise portability and the amount they need.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming no added fat means low fat

    A description of how a product is prepared doesn’t tell you how much total fat the finished product contains. For solid foods, the European Commission defines ‘low fat’ as no more than 3 grams of fat per 100 grams.

    Compare the total fat per 100 grams and assess any nutrition claim separately from wording about roasting or preparation methods.

  • Treating a whole bag as one snack portion

    A pack may contain several stated portions. AH Terra’s 200-gram pack lists eight portions of 25 grams.

    Decide in advance how much you want to take with you and measure it out.

  • Assuming unsalted means oil-free and allergen-free

    Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g lists sunflower oil in its ingredients. And unsalted doesn’t mean a product is free from almonds as an allergen.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, as well as the flavour description.

Brands and varieties to consider

Duyvis

Almonds Original is a savoury roasted almond variety in a 125-gram pack.

  • Duyvis says this product is roasted without added oil or fat and contains 97% almonds.
  • The product description doesn’t automatically mean it is low fat; the manufacturer also lists salt and other flavourings.

Albert Heijn

AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen is an unroasted, unsalted 200-gram variety with almonds as its only ingredient.

  • Albert Heijn lists 25 grams as a portion and eight portions per pack.
  • The stated fat content is 52 grams per 100 grams; here, unroasted does not mean low fat.

Jumbo

The varieties reviewed are 150-gram salted roasted almonds and 140-gram unsalted roasted almonds.

  • The product information lets you compare the salt and flavour of each variety separately.
  • Both varieties reviewed contain sunflower oil; here, unsalted doesn’t mean no added oil.

Lidl

Lidl Nederland lists Amandelen ongebrand in a 200-gram pack.

  • The product description tells you the variety and pack size.
  • Unroasted doesn’t in itself indicate a lower fat content; check the nutritional information on the pack.

ALDI

ALDI Nederland lists almonds under the name TRADER JOE'S Amandelen.

  • The product name tells you that it contains almonds.
  • Base your choice of fat content or ingredients on the information on the exact pack.

PLUS

PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten is a 200-gram variety with almonds as its only ingredient.

  • PLUS lists 50 grams of fat and 0.03 grams of salt per 100 grams.
  • These label values don’t make the product low fat or support a comparative claim that it has reduced fat.

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Frequently asked questions

When can a solid almond product be called ‘low fat’?

According to the European Commission, solid foods can be described as ‘low fat’ if they contain no more than 3 grams of fat per 100 grams. This is a requirement for using that nutrition claim, not personal dietary advice.

Does unsalted mean no oil has been added?

No. Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g lists both almonds and sunflower oil in its ingredients. So check the ingredients of the variety you’re buying.

How should I take an opened pack with me and store the rest?

Follow the instructions on the packaging for your variety. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen in a cool, dark and dry place, and resealing the pack properly after use.

What should I look for in allergen information?

Check the allergen information on the exact pack before buying almonds. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, this information must appear on the label of pre-packed products; for unpackaged products, it must be available before purchase.

Are whole almonds automatically suitable for sharing with young children?

Don’t assume whole almonds are a suitable snack for young children. Albert Heijn and Jumbo’s product information warns that young children can choke on nuts.