AH Unsalted Almonds list 27 g of protein per 100 g; that works out at 6.75 g in a 25 g serving, according to Albert Heijn’s product information. Also compare serving size, salt, ingredients and the flavour that suits your evening. A protein figure on the label is not, by itself, proof of a recovery benefit, nor does it automatically make a product suitable to market as ‘high protein’.
You want to know how much protein a real snack portion contributes to your diet. Compare portions on the same basis; almonds are not a proven recovery snack in their own right. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that most sportspeople who eat a varied diet do not need special protein products.
You’re looking for something to enjoy during a long games night and want to make a conscious choice about how much to serve. Unsalted and seasoned almonds can have different ingredients and nutritional values, so check the packaging of the variety you’re buying.
You’re choosing based on flavour, pack size and your guests’ allergies. Read the information on each pack: almonds are an allergen in their own right, and precautionary warnings about possible traces can vary between varieties.
First decide what matters most for your evening: protein per serving, portion control, flavour, a pack for the group or your guests’ needs.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare protein at the same weight; convert the value per 100 g to the portion you’re serving. | If I’m matching my snack to my protein intake, I compare the grams for equal-sized portions. Around 31% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Portion, energy and salt | Look at energy and salt alongside protein, and decide how much you want to serve. | For a long games night, I want to decide on my portion in advance and check the salt content too. Around 25% of consumers give portion size and salt top priority. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the almonds are unroasted, roasted, unsalted or seasoned, and look at the ingredients. | If I’m mainly after a savoury nibble, I look at how the almonds are prepared and what’s in them. Around 19% of consumers choose flavour and preparation first. |
| Pack for a group | Compare the pack size with the number of guests and check whether the pack is resealable. | If I’m buying for a group, I want a suitable size and the option to store leftovers. Around 19% of consumers prioritise packaging and buying for a group. |
| Guests’ allergies | Ask about any relevant allergies and check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack. | If I’m shopping for guests, I want to take allergies and other relevant warnings into account. Around 6% of consumers name guest safety as their top priority; this figure says nothing about how common allergies are. |
A figure in grams on the label does not, by itself, prove that a product meets the conditions for a nutrition claim. Nutrition claims are covered by European rules; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority monitors claims made on food products.
Compare the stated protein amounts on the same serving basis. Don’t use ‘high protein’ as though the claim has automatically been established for a specific variety.
The ingredient lists for the Jumbo and PLUS varieties reviewed mention sunflower oil. Warnings about other allergens may also vary from pack to pack.
Check the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety, even when the front of the pack says ‘unsalted’.
A larger amount of almonds provides more than just extra protein; it also contains more energy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal and 5.4 g of protein for 25 g of unsalted almonds; these are general category figures, not values for every brand.
Decide how much you want to serve and compare the nutritional information for that same weight.
The information below relates to specific product varieties, not every product from a brand. Label values and features therefore aren’t necessarily directly comparable.
The 125 g Oven roasted almonds reviewed are a savoury snack variety.
The AH Unsalted Almonds and AH Terra Unroasted Almonds reviewed offer different preparations.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g are a roasted variety.
The Dutch product listings include unsalted and unroasted almonds.
The Trader Joe’s varieties reviewed include unroasted and roasted unsalted almonds.
PLUS Unsalted Almonds 150 g are a roasted own-brand variety.
This Joybuy range includes unroasted, unsalted and roasted salted almonds. Compare the protein and salt values per 100 g with the portion you want to serve.
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An unroasted, unsalted variety to compare with seasoned almonds.
The label lists 24 g of protein and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g; the ingredients list contains almonds only. Pack size: 200 g.
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A variety with almonds as its only listed ingredient, for anyone looking for a simple recipe.
The label lists 21.5 g of protein and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g. The product description mentions a resealable 160 g pack.
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A natural almond variety to compare with roasted and salted options.
The ingredients list says 100% almonds. The label lists 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g; the pack contains 500 g.
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A roasted, salted variety for anyone looking for a savoury flavour.
The label lists 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g. Pack size: 500 g.
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A roasted, salted snack variety in a resealable pack.
The label lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g. Pack size: 150 g.
Multiply the amount of protein per 100 g by the serving weight, then divide by 100. For a 25 g serving of AH Unsalted Almonds, the label gives: 27 × 25 ÷ 100 = 6.75 g of protein. Compare products using the same serving weight.
Not necessarily: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most sportspeople who eat a healthy, varied diet don’t need special protein shakes or bars. Think of almonds as part of your overall diet, not as a recovery aid on their own.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn advises storing the variety mentioned in a cool, dark, dry place and closing it securely; Duyvis recommends keeping an opened bag in a light- and airtight tin.
Almonds are an allergen in their own right, and possible warnings vary between varieties. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority outlines the labelling requirements for allergens; for example, the Duyvis Oven roasted variety warns that wheat and peanuts may be present. Check the pack against your guests’ allergies.
No. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS warns that young children can choke on nuts. Bear this warning in mind if children are joining you.
