For a garden party, unsalted almonds are a good choice if you want to keep salt to a minimum. For guests who are into sport, compare the protein content based on the portion you’ll actually serve. A savoury option may suit your guests’ tastes, but check its salt content and ingredients separately. Be sure to consider allergens and the storage instructions on the exact pack you choose.
You want to know how much protein a weighed portion of almonds provides. Voedingscentrum gives an average of 5.4 g of protein in a 25 g handful of unsalted almonds. Treat this as general nutritional information, not as the product value for every brand.
You’re choosing between raw, roasted and savoury almonds, and looking beyond salt to check for oil and other ingredients too. Product information from AH, Jumbo and PLUS shows that ingredients can vary between options.
You take the packaging, allergen information and storage instructions into account. If a guest has a known allergy, tailor your selection to their needs and dietary advice. Almonds are themselves an allergen.
Voedingscentrum gives an average of 5.4 g of protein per 25 g portion of unsalted almonds; the value on a specific pack may differ. The NVWA explains that nutrition claims must comply with European rules. So use protein figures to compare nutritional values, not as proof on their own that a product can carry a particular claim.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should bear this in mind? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein values on the same basis and weigh the portion you plan to serve. | If I’m offering a small snack to guests who are into sport, I want to know what their portion provides; around 33% of consumers prioritise protein per portion. |
| Flavour and salt | Read both the ingredients list and the salt content; roasted doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | When I’m choosing nibbles, I want to suit my guests’ tastes without overlooking salt; around 25% of consumers focus most on flavour and salt. |
| Allergens | Check the current label and, if a relevant allergy is involved, discuss your choice with the guest. | When I’m hosting guests with different dietary needs, I want to know in advance which allergens are listed on the pack; around 25% of consumers prioritise allergen information. |
| Quantity and storage | Choose an amount that suits your serving plans, and check whether the pack is resealable and how to store its contents. | When I’m shopping for a shared spread, I want to be able to divide the food up easily and store leftovers properly; around 17% of consumers pay most attention to this. |
The amount you actually serve may be less than 100 g. So a label value per 100 g won’t tell you directly how much protein is in a small bowl.
Compare products on the same basis and weigh the portion you plan to offer. Don’t serve a larger portion just to reach a higher protein figure.
The Jumbo option reviewed contains sunflower oil, while the AH option reviewed lists almonds as its only ingredient.
Check the ingredients list separately from the salt content, and check the pack of the option you choose.
The savoury Duyvis option reviewed contains salt. The cooking method alone doesn’t tell you how much salt the product contains.
Choose based on both the flavour and the nutritional information on the pack.
Almonds are themselves an allergen, and warnings about the possible presence of other allergens vary by product. A separate snack may be needed for a guest who has to avoid almonds.
Check the label of the exact option and, if a relevant allergy is involved, tailor your choice to the guest and their dietary advice.
The AH Amandelen ongezouten 190 g option reviewed is roasted and lists almonds as its only ingredient.
The Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g option reviewed is roasted and contains sunflower oil.
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten 200 g is an option made with almonds as its only ingredient.
Trader Joe's product information describes a 200 g roasted, unsalted option in a resealable pack.
The Duyvis Oven roasted almonds 125 g option reviewed is intended as a savoury snack to serve with drinks. Duyvis describes oven-roasting without added fat as product information from the manufacturer.
The product listing for Alesto Spanish almonds includes several options in 200 g packs.
This Joybuy range includes plain and unsalted almonds, as well as savoury, salted options to serve with drinks. Compare the ingredients and nutritional values on the exact pack with your serving plans.
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A good choice if you want to compare protein per weighed portion and are looking for almonds as an ingredient.
The product information lists 21,5 g of protein per 100 g and 100% almond kernels. The product title states 160 g.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for guests who need to avoid them.
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A good choice if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds and want to compare protein per portion.
The product information lists 24 g of protein per 100 g; the ingredients list includes almonds. The product title states 200 g.
Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack tightly after opening. Contains almonds.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a savoury, roasted snack to serve with drinks and want to factor salt into the nutritional value.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list includes almonds, salt and sunflower oil; the product title states 500 g.
Contains almonds and may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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A good choice if you prefer plain almonds and want to compare protein and salt values.
The product information lists 21,0 g of protein and 0,00 g of salt per 100 g, with 100% almonds as the ingredient. The product title states 500 g.
Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack tightly after opening. Contains almonds.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a savoury, roasted snack to serve with drinks and want to reseal the pack after opening.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list includes 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0,7% salt; the product title states 150 g.
The product information describes the pack as resealable. Contains almonds.
Not necessarily. According to Voedingscentrum, most people who do sport don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a varied diet. Serve almonds as part of the selection, not as a guarantee of faster recovery.
Start with the portion you want to serve. At 25 g per person, multiply the number of guests by 25 g; a 200 g pack would therefore work out to eight portions. This is a calculation example, not a recommendation that every guest should eat exactly 25 g.
Follow the instructions for the option you’ve chosen. Duyvis recommends storing its product in a cool, dry place and, after opening, keeping it in a light- and airtight tin. AH recommends storing its product in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack tightly.
This kind of warning refers to the possible unintentional presence of an allergen, which is different from an ingredient that has been deliberately added. From 1 January 2026, the NVWA will be monitoring Dutch rules for these warnings on prepacked products. If a guest has a relevant food allergy, the current label and their dietary advice are important.
No. Check the ingredients list to find out. For example, the Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen option reviewed contains sunflower oil, while the AH option reviewed lists almonds as its only ingredient.
