Film fans keeping an eye on fat
You want to understand what a claim about fat means and compare total fat content and preparation method separately.
Who is this comparison for?
Snackers mindful of portions
You want to eat a set amount while watching a film. Weighing out a portion beforehand makes it clear how much of your chosen variant you’re having.
Fans of unsalted nuts
You’re looking for almonds with no added salt and check the ingredients too, as unsalted doesn’t automatically mean they’re made without oil.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide what matters most to you: fat per 100 g, the amount you eat at a time, salt or practical considerations.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
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| Total fat | Compare fat per 100 g for the exact variant; don’t look only at how it’s prepared. | If my main aim is to eat less total fat during a film, I compare like for like by weight and check the variant. Around 36% of consumers put reducing total fat first. |
| Amount per sitting | Decide on your portion in grams and compare the nutritional information for that amount. | If my main aim is to limit the energy I consume during a film night, I weigh out a portion and bear in mind that I’ll be having a smaller amount of snack. Around 29% of consumers prioritise energy per sitting. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check both the salt content and the ingredients list for the exact variant. | If having less salt matters more to me than choosing the lowest-fat option, I check both details on the pack. Around 21% of consumers put reducing salt first. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. | If I’m mainly looking for a pack that suits my film night and makes it easy to store leftovers, I check the pack size and seal. Around 14% of consumers prioritise practicality. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming no added fat means low fat
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as roasted without added oil or fat, but lists 57 g of total fat per 100 g for this variant. The preparation method alone doesn’t tell you how much total fat the product contains.
Check the fat content in the nutrition table and consider any claim separately from the description of how the product is prepared.
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Treating the whole pack as one film-night portion
Albert Heijn lists a 190 g pack and a 25 g portion for the unsalted almonds reviewed. Pack size and the amount you eat at a time are two different things.
Weigh out how much you want to eat beforehand and compare the nutritional information for that portion.
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Looking only for ‘unsalted’
The ingredients lists for the Jumbo and PLUS unsalted almonds reviewed both include sunflower oil. Choosing less salt and choosing less added fat are separate considerations.
Decide what matters most to you, then check both the ingredients and the salt content.
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Assuming a larger pack is always more practical
The packs reviewed come in different sizes. What’s convenient depends in part on how much you want to set out and how you’ll store the rest.
Choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use it and follow the storage instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place.
Brands and variants to compare
Duyvis
The variants mentioned show why preparation method, added salt and total fat should be considered separately.
- Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- The manufacturer lists 57 g of fat per 100 g for Original and 58 g per 100 g for Unsalted Almonds. The Unsalted Almonds product page also lists sunflower oil as an ingredient.
Albert Heijn
The unsalted roasted variant mentioned has a clearly listed set of ingredients and portion size.
- Albert Heijn lists almonds as the only ingredient, a 25 g portion and 0 g of salt per 100 g for the variant reviewed.
- Unsalted doesn’t in itself mean a product is low in fat; check the total fat on the label.
Jumbo
The unsalted almonds mentioned can be assessed by looking at both their ingredients and nutritional values.
- For the variant reviewed, Jumbo lists 99% almonds and nutritional values per 100 g and per 25 g portion.
- The ingredients list also includes sunflower oil, so unsalted doesn’t mean made without added oil.
PLUS
The unsalted variant mentioned provides information to help you assess its exact ingredients and nutritional value.
- For the variant reviewed, PLUS lists 98% almonds and provides nutritional values on its product page.
- The ingredients list includes sunflower oil. Check the label of the variant you choose.
Lidl
The term ‘unsalted’ may be useful if you’re keeping an eye on salt.
- The product name ‘Unsalted Almonds’ makes it easy to identify the salt option.
- The name alone says nothing about total fat or added oil; check the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variant.
ALDI
The TRADER JOE'S variants described may be worth considering if flavour and packaging matter to you.
- ALDI describes roasted and salted almonds or a smoked-flavour variant in a resealable 200 g pack.
- The flavour description and resealable pack don’t in themselves tell you whether the fat content is lower; check the label of the variant you choose.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy picks are ordinary almonds that you can weigh out for each film night. Compare the fat and salt content on the label of the exact variant.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
Suitable if you want to weigh out a portion of ordinary almonds before a film night.
The product name specifies almond kernels. Pack size: 160 g.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
Suitable if you want to weigh out an unsalted option; check the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variant.
The product name specifies raw, unsalted almonds. Pack size: 200 g.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 gr
Suitable if you want to weigh out ordinary almonds for each film night; adjust the amount to suit how you’ll use them.
The product name specifies natural almonds. Pack size: 500 gr.
Frequently asked questions
When can an almond snack be labelled ‘low fat’?
According to the European Commission, solid foods can only carry the ‘low fat’ claim if they contain no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. This is a condition for using the claim, not a personal dietary guideline.
Are unsalted almonds always prepared without oil?
No. The ingredients lists for the Jumbo and PLUS unsalted almonds reviewed both include sunflower oil. So, as well as the product name, read the ingredients list.
How do I compare the amount of fat for my film night?
Weigh out the portion you want to eat and compare the nutritional information for that amount. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 14 g of fat per 25 g for generic unsalted almonds; for a specific brand variant, use the nutritional information on its own label.
How should I store leftover almonds after the film?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal it properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place; for the variant reviewed, Albert Heijn advises storing them somewhere cool, dark and dry.
Does roasting make almonds safe for someone with an almond allergy?
No. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation states that the allergen remains stable when heated. Almonds are an allergen, so check the allergen information on the pack.