For a gaming session, the best way to assess almonds is to look at the portion you eat, the nutritional values of the specific variety and whether you want to avoid added salt. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, 25 g of unsalted almonds provides an average of 5.4 g of protein and 158 kcal. These are general figures, not a product-specific measurement or proof of a claim such as ‘high in protein’. If you also do strength or endurance training, consider your protein needs as part of your overall diet.
You want to snack on almonds regularly, so you pay attention to portion size, energy and any added salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides general nutritional values for unsalted almonds; check the packaging for your specific product.
You also do strength or endurance training and want to know how a portion contributes to your overall protein intake, without assuming that almonds on their own promote recovery. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre discusses protein needs in the context of sport and your overall diet.
You want to be able to reseal the pack after snacking and store the remainder according to the instructions. ALDI lists resealable packaging for specific almond varieties, while Jumbo provides storage advice for its unsalted almonds.
First, check the nutritional values for the exact variety and the amount you plan to eat. Then choose based on taste, salt and how easy it is to store.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who might find this useful? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and energy on the same basis, for example per 100 g, then work out the amount in the portion you weigh. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s figures are a general guide for unsalted almonds. | If I choose almonds for their protein contribution, I want to know what my portion provides rather than relying on a product name alone. Around 38% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Portion size and salt | Weigh your portion and check both the nutrition table and the ingredients list on the packaging. | During a gaming session, I want to be able to choose my portion size and take added salt into account, rather than treating a whole bag as one serving. Around 37% of consumers focus mainly on portion size and salt. |
| Packaging and storage | Check whether the packaging is resealable and follow the storage advice for the specific variety. | After snacking, I want to be able to close the pack and store the remainder according to the instructions. Around 25% of consumers prioritise convenient packaging. |
A protein quantity in the nutrition table and a nutrition claim are not the same thing. The NVWA notes that nutrition claims must comply with European rules.
Compare the actual nutritional values, and don’t treat a product name or a protein figure on its own as proof of a claim.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a 25 g serving of unsalted almonds provides an average of 5.4 g of protein and 158 kcal. A larger portion also provides more energy.
Weigh the amount you want to eat and consider it as part of your overall diet.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. The Dutch ingredients list for the savoury variety includes salt in the seasoning mix.
Check the preparation details, ingredients and nutritional values separately.
Stichting Voedselallergie states that nut allergens remain stable when heated.
Check the allergen information on the packaging; don’t assume that the preparation method removes the allergen.
Duyvis Almonds Original is a savoury, oven-roasted option in a 125 g pack.
The range includes unsalted almonds and a blanched, unsalted variety.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is a specific unsalted variety.
Lidl lists an unsalted almond product in its Dutch range.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s unroasted almonds and a roasted, unsalted 200 g variety.
PLUS Unsalted Almonds is a variety in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
These products vary in preparation, flavour and pack size. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g with the amount you want to snack on; the figures given do not, on their own, support a nutrition claim such as ‘high in protein’.
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An option if you want to snack on almond kernels and reseal the pack after opening.
Ingredients: 100% almond kernels. Per 100 g: 21.5 g protein, 622 kcal and 0.028 g salt. The pack contains 160 g and is described as resealable.
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An option if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds to snack on.
Per 100 g: 24 g protein, 591 kcal and 0.03 g salt. The pack contains 200 g; the product description advises storing it in a cool, dry place and keeping the pack closed after opening.
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An option if you’re looking for a larger pack of natural almonds to enjoy as a snack.
The product information states that it contains 100% natural almonds. Per 100 g: 21 g protein, 578 kcal and 0.00 g salt. The product description advises storing it in a cool, dry place and closing the pack securely after opening.
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An option if you’re looking for a boldly seasoned snack rather than plain almonds.
The product description lists 75% almonds and wasabi-mustard seasoning. Per 100 g: 11 g protein and 0.25 g salt. The allergen information lists almonds, milk, soya and mustard.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, 25 g of unsalted almonds provides an average of 5.4 g of protein and 158 kcal. These are general figures, not verified nutritional values for every branded variety.
Gaming on its own is not a reason to choose an extra protein product. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, any increased protein requirement is linked to actual strength or endurance training and your overall diet. Most people who do sport do not need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet.
No. Roasting does not remove the nut allergen. Stichting Voedselallergie states that the allergen remains stable when heated, so check the allergen information on the specific packaging.
The NVWA requires allergens to be clearly and correctly stated on the label. If you have a food allergy, read the current packaging and don’t rely on the product name alone.
Jumbo advises storing this specific variety in a cool, dry place away from light. For other products, follow the storage advice on their own packaging; Jumbo’s advice does not establish a general shelf life after opening.
