If you want to keep track of the energy in almonds during a board game night, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and weigh out your portion: plain almonds are not low in calories. The labels for specific unsalted products from PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 591, 627 and 661 kcal per 100 g respectively. That works out at around 148–165 kcal for 25 g, depending on the product.
Would you like to snack on almonds while you play and decide for yourself how much to have? Compare the same weight in grams and set aside a weighed portion. Labels from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS, among others, give nutritional values per 100 g; Your Europe explains how nutritional information is shown on EU labels.
Looking for unsalted almonds with a short ingredients list? Check both how they are prepared and the full list of ingredients. Product information from PLUS and Albert Heijn lists almonds as the sole ingredient, while Jumbo’s also lists sunflower oil.
Match the quantity to the number of players and think about how you’ll store any leftovers. The packaging for an ALDI variety is described as resealable; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. Also ask your guests if they need to avoid almonds.
Product information from PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo lists 591, 627 and 661 kcal per 100 g for specific unsalted almonds. These are the label values for those products, not fixed values for all almonds.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh your own portion. Keep it separate from the rest of the pack. | If I want to decide how much to have while playing, I look at the energy in a weighed portion. Around 46% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Read the ingredients list and check whether the almonds are unroasted, roasted or dry-roasted. Also look out for oil, salt and flavourings. | If I’m mainly looking for a simple product, I want to know what it contains besides almonds. Around 36% of consumers prioritise ingredients and preparation. |
| Sharing and storage | Check the net weight and think about how much you want to put out. See if the packaging is resealable and follow the storage instructions. | For an evening with several players, I want to put out enough and store any leftovers properly. Around 18% of consumers prioritise sharing and storage. |
No added salt doesn’t mean a product is low in energy. The specific unsalted products from PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 591–661 kcal per 100 g.
Check the energy per 100 g on the packaging and work out the amount for the portion you want to eat.
Duyvis describes its oven-roasted almonds as roasted without added oil or fat. The ingredients also include a savoury seasoning mix with salt.
Check the full ingredients list and nutritional information; don’t base your choice on the preparation description alone.
Nutritional values per portion depend on the weight used to calculate that portion. Albert Heijn’s product information gives a portion size of 25 g; for its seasoned variety, Duyvis lists an average portion of 30 g.
Compare the values per 100 g first, or calculate both products for the same weight.
An unsalted, roasted option to consider if you’re looking for a product with a single ingredient.
An unroasted, unsalted variety to compare if you’re looking for a simple ingredient list.
A dry-roasted, unsalted variety to consider if that’s the preparation you’re looking for.
Almonds Original is a savoury, oven-roasted variety for those who want flavour as well as plain options.
Trader Joe’s offers several almond varieties, including roasted, unsalted and seasoned options.
Lidl sells almonds as part of its Alesto range, including unsalted and Spanish varieties.
These Joybuy products include plain, raw, roasted and salted almond varieties to compare by ingredients and portion size.
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An option to compare if you’re looking for almond kernels as a snack.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 578 kcal per 100 g. Contains almonds.
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A good option for comparing raw, unsalted almonds with other types of preparation.
The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and 591 kcal per 100 g. Reseal the pack securely after opening.
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A roasted, salted variety to consider if you’re looking for a savoury flavour.
The product information lists 620 kcal and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients are almonds and salt. Contains almonds.
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A plain option to compare with roasted or seasoned varieties.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 578 kcal per 100 g. Contains almonds.
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A roasted, salted option to compare with plain almonds.
The product information lists 667 kcal and 1 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients include 97% almonds, sunflower oil and salt; possible traces of peanuts and other nuts are also listed.
Not based on the product values given here. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim for solid foods is limited to a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the specific unsalted products from PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 591–661 kcal per 100 g. You can describe the energy in a weighed portion, but that doesn’t make the product itself low in calories.
Decide how many grams you’d like to serve per person and multiply that by the number of players. As a calculation example, four portions of 25 g add up to 100 g; Albert Heijn lists 25 g as the portion size for its product. This isn’t a required portion size or a personal dietary recommendation.
Store almonds in a tightly sealed container in a dry place and follow the instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a cool place; Albert Heijn’s product information also advises keeping them in a dark place and closing the pack securely after use.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information on the packaging for the specific variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be clearly stated on the label. If a guest needs to avoid almonds, another almond variety isn’t an alternative.
Not necessarily: product information from Albert Heijn and Duyvis warns that young children can choke on nuts. Don’t automatically choose whole almonds as a snack for them, and take note of the warning on the packaging.
