For a garden party, a 125–200 g bag of almonds doesn’t automatically count as one snack portion. Measure them out in advance if you want to give each guest their own serving. Choose unsalted almonds if that’s what you prefer, or a savoury seasoned variety if flavour comes first. Always check the ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions on the exact pack.
You want to take a measured snack with you on your way to the garden party, or give each guest their own portion. Compare the weight in grams and the serving information; a pack containing several portions isn’t the same as individual snack packs. Albert Heijn and Duyvis include serving information in their product details.
You’re looking for almonds that aren’t salted and want to know what else they contain. Raw and roasted are different ways of preparing almonds; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean that no oil has been added. The product information from Albert Heijn and Jumbo, for example, shows this distinction.
You’re hosting a garden party and want to match the quantity, flavour and suitability of the snack to your guests. Check the allergen information for the exact pack. The MDL Fonds warns that whole nuts pose a choking risk for children under four.
Choose this if: you want a simple, unsalted snack and can measure out the portions yourself.
Bear in mind: you won’t get pre-measured individual portions, and the flavour differs from roasted almonds.
Choose this if: you want roasted almonds without choosing a salted variety.
Bear in mind: unsalted varieties can differ in their added ingredients, such as oil, so check the label.
Choose this if: a savoury flavour matters more to you than an unsalted option.
Bear in mind: check which seasonings and how much salt are listed for the specific variety.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking or handing out portions | Check the net weight, serving information and whether the pack is genuinely resealable. | If I want to take a measured amount with me or give each guest their own portion, I look beyond the size of the bag. Around 36% of consumers making this choice prioritise portion convenience. |
| Ingredients | Read the ingredients and salt information; don’t infer what’s in the product from ‘roasted’ or ‘unsalted’ alone. | If I’m looking for unsalted almonds with a simple ingredients list, I check the label on the exact variety. Around 22% of consumers give ingredients top priority. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the flavour variety and seasoning mix; ‘no added oil’ doesn’t mean ‘unsalted’. | If I’m mainly looking for a roasted, salted or seasoned snack to serve with drinks, I compare the stated variety and ingredients. Around 21% of consumers choose primarily on flavour. |
| Suitable for your guests | Consider who will be eating the snack and read the ingredients and allergen warnings; keep the pack if you’re making up your own portions. | If I need to consider a guest with a relevant allergy or young children, I check the product information and who will be eating the snack. Around 21% of consumers prioritise suitability for their guests. |
The pack size and a snack portion aren’t the same thing. Albert Heijn lists a 25 g serving for a 190 g pack; Duyvis lists four to five servings for 125 g.
Decide how many grams you want to give each person and weigh out that amount.
Portioning the almonds yourself takes time to prepare and may require suitable food containers of your own.
The manufacturer describes Duyvis Almonds Original as roasted without added oil or fat. The Dutch product information also lists a seasoning mix containing salt and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g.
Check the salt and seasonings separately from the preparation method.
Once the almonds have been repacked, guests may not be able to see at a glance which ingredients and allergen warnings apply. Information varies from product to product.
Keep the original pack with your supplies so guests can check the product information.
A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable. PLUS describes its pack as a stand-up pouch; ALDI states that specific packs are resealable.
Check the closure on the exact pack and seal the remaining almonds properly after use.
If the pack doesn’t seal properly, you may need your own airtight storage container or a suitable food wrapper.
Duyvis Almonds Original and Oven roasted are relevant savoury almond options; the pack mentioned contains 125 g.
AH Amandelen ongezouten is a roasted variety in a 190 g cup.
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen is a roasted variety in a 140 g pack.
Alesto is Lidl’s product range that includes almonds and other nut snacks.
Trader Joe’s is the relevant ALDI product range for the 200 g almond packs mentioned.
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten is a raw, unsalted variety in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
This selection includes raw, unsalted almonds and roasted, salted varieties for you to portion out or share.
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A 500 g pack for measuring out your own portions. The product information lists 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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The 160 g pack may suit you if you want a smaller amount to portion out yourself. The product information lists 100% almond kernels, ready to eat, in a resealable pack.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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A 200 g pack of raw, unsalted almonds for measuring out your own portions. The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and advises sealing the pack well after opening, then storing it in a cool, dry place.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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A savoury snack in a 150 g pack which, according to the product information, is resealable. The ingredients list 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0.7% salt.
Contains almonds and may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts; bear allergies in mind.
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A 500 g pack of roasted, salted almonds for anyone looking for a savoury snack to portion out themselves. The ingredients information lists almonds and salt; the product information advises storing them in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack well after opening.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. The product information warns of a choking hazard for young children and states that the product isn’t suitable for babies.
It depends on how much you want to serve per portion. As a worked example, twenty 25 g portions add up to 500 g; three 200 g packs provide 600 g, leaving 100 g spare. The 25 g portion is based on Albert Heijn’s product information and is used here for the calculation, not as a recommended serving size.
Keep your supplies well sealed and dry. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing them somewhere cool, for example at 10–15 °C. Follow the instructions on the exact pack too; Duyvis advises storing an opened bag in a light-proof, airtight container.
No. Roasting doesn’t make almonds suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. Stichting Voedselallergie states that the allergen remains stable when heated. Choose a different snack for that guest which fits their allergy management plan, rather than a differently prepared almond product.
Don’t give whole nuts to children under four. The MDL Fonds warns that this age group could choke on whole nuts. This is safety advice for young children, not a general buying restriction for a garden party.
Check both the ingredients list and any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens required by law must be clearly distinguishable from the other ingredients in the ingredients list. Warnings and ingredients vary from product to product, so check the pack you’re actually serving.
