You avoid gluten or lactose
If you’re looking for a specific dietary claim, check the exact variant. Albert Heijn labels AH Unsalted Almonds as gluten-free and lactose-free. The product still contains almonds and may contain other nuts and peanuts.
Who are these options for?
You want a simple lunch snack
A short ingredients list can make it easier to assess a product. PLUS lists only almonds for its unroasted, unsalted variant. Always check the allergen information and cross-contamination warnings too.
You often snack at your desk
If you’re looking for an unsalted option or expect to open the pack regularly, compare the variant and storage instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends varying the types of nuts you eat; follow the packaging and label to store your chosen product.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with the ingredient you want to avoid. Then check the full ingredients list and allergen information before comparing how the almonds are prepared and packaged.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
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| Dietary claims and allergens | Check the claim and full allergen information for the exact variant. | If I want to avoid gluten or lactose, I look for a relevant, specific claim and check the warnings too. Around 36% of consumers prioritise a specific dietary need and relevant allergen information. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Compare a variant containing only almonds with products that have oil or flavourings added. | If I want fewer ingredients, I look beyond terms such as unsalted or oven-roasted. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the ingredients list and preparation method. |
| Salt and portion size | Check the salt information on the label and choose a portion to suit your lunch. | For a snack I eat regularly at my desk, I want to know whether the variant is unsalted and how much I’m having. Around 21% of consumers focus on this nutritional choice and portion size. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a pack size that suits how much you use and follow the storage instructions after opening. | If I use the pack over several working days, I make sure it can be sealed securely and stored correctly. Around 14% of consumers consider practical storage and suitable packaging most important. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming ‘free from’ means free from all allergens
A gluten-free or lactose-free almond product still contains almonds. This matters if you have an almond allergy.
Decide which ingredient you want to avoid, then read both the ingredients list and the allergen information.
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Assuming unsalted, oil-free and no added ingredients mean the same thing
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds contains sunflower oil. According to its product description, Duyvis Oven roasted almonds are roasted without added oil or fat, but they do contain salt and a seasoning mix.
Compare the ingredients list and preparation details for the exact variant, not just the wording on the front of the pack.
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Assuming an organic or single-ingredient product is automatically safe for allergy sufferers
Jumbo Organic Unroasted Almonds lists only almonds as an ingredient, but also warns that it may contain traces of other nuts, peanuts and sesame.
Assess the organic claim, ingredients and cross-contamination warning separately.
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Choosing a large pack without a plan for portions and storage
A bag isn’t automatically a single portion. If the pack size doesn’t suit how much you use, you could end up with product left over.
Decide in advance how much you want for lunch, then seal or store the rest according to the instructions on the label.
Brands and variants to compare
Duyvis
The variants described range from unsalted almonds to savoury, seasoned oven-roasted almonds.
- Duyvis’s product description says its oven-roasted variant is prepared without added oil or fat.
- The Dutch label for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds lists salt and warns that it may contain wheat, peanuts and other nuts. So the oil-free preparation claim doesn’t mean it’s gluten-free or unsalted.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds is a 190 g roasted variant labelled gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan.
- Albert Heijn lists only almonds as an ingredient for this variant.
- The product contains almonds and may contain peanuts and other nuts; these claims aren’t a general guarantee that it’s allergen-free.
Jumbo
The variants mentioned differ in how they’re prepared: unsalted almonds with sunflower oil, and organic, unroasted almonds with only almonds as an ingredient.
- The labels make the differences between unsalted, unroasted and organic clear for these variants.
- The organic variant warns that it may contain traces of other nuts, peanuts and sesame. Organic doesn’t mean allergen-free.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists 200 g packs of Alesto Spanish almonds in several variants.
- The product listing gives you a brand and pack size to use as a reference when looking for almonds.
- A general listing for several variants isn’t a specific claim about gluten, lactose or allergens. Check the label of the variant you choose.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands describes unroasted almonds and a separate roasted, unsalted Trader Joe's variant, both in resealable packaging.
- The resealable packaging described could be useful if you use the product at home over several occasions.
- Unroasted or unsalted doesn’t, on its own, tell you anything about allergens or a specific free-from status. Check the information on the exact pack.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is sold in a 200 g stand-up pouch and lists almonds as its only ingredient.
- The ingredients list for this variant is short and names only almonds.
- PLUS warns that the product may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts. A single-ingredient product isn’t automatically suitable for everyone with a food allergy.
Almonds at Joybuy
These options include almonds for snacking or adding to lunch, from natural or unroasted varieties to roasted, salted almonds.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
Ideal if you’re looking for a simple almond snack or something to add to lunch.
Ingredients: almond kernels only. The product description mentions resealable packaging.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable if you have an almond allergy.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
Ideal if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds for a simple snack.
The product title describes raw, unsalted almonds; the description lists almonds as an ingredient and says the pack can be sealed securely after opening.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable if you have an almond allergy.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 gr
Ideal if you’re looking for almonds to snack on or add to a lunch dish.
The product description lists almonds as the only ingredient and suggests using them as a snack or adding them to dishes.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable if you have an almond allergy.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
Ideal if you’re looking for a savoury, roasted almond snack.
The product title describes roasted, salted almonds.
Contains added salt and almonds; not suitable if you have an almond allergy.
Frequently asked questions
Are almonds an allergen-free snack?
No. Almonds are themselves a tree nut allergen. So a gluten-free or lactose-free claim doesn’t make an almond product suitable if you have an almond allergy.
Does lactose-free also mean a product is safe if you have a milk allergy?
No. Lactose-free and free from milk proteins don’t mean the same thing. Lactose is milk sugar, while a milk allergy is a reaction to milk proteins. If you have a milk allergy, check the allergen information and don’t rely on a lactose-free claim alone.
How do I read allergen information on a Dutch label?
Allergens present as ingredients are made especially clear, for example in bold or capital letters. A warning such as ‘may contain’ refers to possible accidental presence. The NVWA oversees the legal requirement to provide this information; assess the warning in relation to your specific allergy.
What changed from 1 January 2026 for cross-contamination warnings?
Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been checking that Dutch precautionary allergen labelling rules are being applied. The NVWA uses the production date as its reference point; under certain conditions, packaged stock produced earlier may still be sold. So an older wording on a warning doesn’t, by itself, prove that a product is being sold unlawfully.
How should I store an opened pack of almonds?
Follow the instructions for the exact variant. For AH Unsalted Almonds, Albert Heijn advises storing the product in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack securely after use. For Duyvis Oven roasted almonds, the product page recommends storing them in a light-proof, airtight container after opening.