Lunchbox runners
You want to take almonds with you on training days and decide how much to put in your lunchbox. A resealable pack and a clearly stated portion weight can help; ALDI describes its 200 g unroasted almonds as resealable.
Who are these packs for?
Running group sharers
You’re buying for several runners or occasions and want to be able to share out the packs. A multipack of individual items, such as the 190 g AH packs, is different from a set of separately weighed lunchbox portions. Keep the allergen information available for anyone sharing them.
Long-run planners
You want to know what role almonds could play alongside food for long training sessions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the need for carbohydrates during intensive endurance sports, so consider when you’ll eat them and their nutritional values, not just the pack format.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide when you want to eat the almonds and who you’re buying them for. Then compare the pack format, quantity and label information.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Nutritional role and timing | Read the nutritional information for the exact variety and decide when you want to eat it. Albert Heijn lists 6.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for its unsalted almonds; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends paying attention to additional carbohydrates during intensive endurance sports. | If I’m choosing almonds with long training sessions in mind, I want to know whether they suit the time I’ll be eating them. Around 34% of consumers put nutritional role first. |
| Packaging and portioning | Check the number of individual items and the weight per pack. A multipack of standard packs is not the same as individually portioned snacks; even a resealable bag still needs to be weighed out by you. | If I want to divide portions between lunchboxes, people or occasions, I want to know how much preparation that involves. Around 33% of consumers prioritise portioning and taking them with them. |
| Quantity and stock | Compare the total net weight with the portions you plan to use. A larger multipack needs a suitable plan for portioning and storage. | If I don’t want to buy more stock than I’ll use, I look at the total weight and number of packs. Around 20% of consumers put quantity and stock planning first. |
| Label information when sharing | Check the ingredients, allergen warnings and storage instructions for the exact variety. Keep this information when you divide the almonds between smaller containers. | If others will be eating them too, I want to be able to share the product and allergen information. Around 13% of consumers make safe sharing their top purchasing priority. |
Common mistakes
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Automatically treating almonds as fuel for a long run
Albert Heijn lists 6.2 g of carbohydrates per 100 g for its unsalted almonds. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre distinguishes between everyday eating and the additional carbohydrates that may be needed during intensive endurance sports.
First decide whether you want to eat the almonds as a snack or at another time. Don’t judge them based solely on the word ‘marathon’ in the context of your purchase.
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Assuming a 3-pack contains three lunchbox portions
Albert Heijn says that the 3-pack consists of three individual 190 g items. So the number of packs doesn’t tell you how many individual snack portions it contains.
Check the weight of each item and see whether the contents are already divided into portions or whether you’ll need to weigh them out yourself.
Weighing and repacking the almonds takes preparation and requires your own containers or portion packs.
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Assuming no added fat means unsalted
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat, but the ingredients do include salt and flavourings. Unsalted Almonds is a different variety and, according to Duyvis, contains sunflower oil.
Compare the full product name and ingredients list, not just the description of how it’s prepared.
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Losing the original label after portioning
Ingredients, allergen warnings and storage instructions vary by product. When you repack the almonds, this information may no longer be visible to the people sharing them.
Keep the original pack or make sure the relevant label information stays with the divided stock.
Brands and product ranges for reference
Albert Heijn
According to Albert Heijn’s product information, AH Unsalted Almonds are available in standard packs as a 3-pack and a 6-pack.
- Albert Heijn lists individual 190 g items and a 25 g serving on the label for the standard product.
- The multipacks aren’t pre-portioned for lunchboxes; you’ll need to divide them into smaller portions yourself.
Duyvis
Duyvis lists small 125 g standard bags in several product varieties.
- For Unsalted Almonds, the manufacturer lists almonds and sunflower oil; according to Duyvis, Almonds Original is oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- The ingredients vary by variety: Almonds Original contains salt and flavourings, while Unsalted Almonds contains sunflower oil.
ALDI
ALDI offers the specific option of Trader Joe's Unroasted Almonds, 200 g.
- ALDI describes this product as untreated almonds in a resealable pack.
- A resealable pack doesn’t, by itself, tell you how long the almonds will keep after opening; follow the instructions on the pack.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Almonds come in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
- PLUS product information lists 98% almonds and sunflower oil.
- Check the ingredients, allergen information and storage instructions on the specific pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Unsalted Almonds in a 140 g pack.
- The product information lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
- This product also carries a warning that it may contain peanuts; this information applies to this specific variety.
Lidl
Lidl’s Dutch product information describes Alesto Spanish almonds in several 200 g varieties.
- The product listing makes it clear that several varieties are available.
- Check the ingredients and salt content for each variety on the pack.
Almonds at Joybuy
The products below are packs of almonds for anyone who wants to weigh out their own snack or lunchbox portions.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels, 160 g
The product information describes a resealable pack for anyone who wants to take out their own portions.
The pack contains 160 g of almond kernels.
Contains almonds and is not an almond-free alternative.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
A good choice if you want to portion raw, unsalted almonds yourself.
The pack contains 200 g. Seal well after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
Contains almonds and is not an almond-free alternative.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds, 500 gr
The product information describes almonds that are ready to eat, for anyone who wants to decide their own portion sizes.
The pack contains 500 gr. Seal the pack after opening.
Contains almonds and is not an almond-free alternative.
Frequently asked questions
Is a 25 g serving on the label dietary advice for my marathon?
No. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as the serving size for its unsalted almonds, not as a personal nutrition plan for a marathon. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre distinguishes between everyday eating and the need for carbohydrates during intensive endurance sports.
Can I eat a large portion of almonds just before running?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion or foods high in fat, protein or dietary fibre just before exercise. Albert Heijn lists these nutrients in the nutritional information for its unsalted almonds, so don’t automatically plan to have them as a snack right before training.
Is a multipack the same as individual lunchbox portions?
No, not necessarily. Albert Heijn says that the 3-pack consists of three individual 190 g items. Check how many items are in each multipack and whether the almonds are actually packed in individual snack portions.
What allergen information should I keep if I’m sharing almonds?
Keep the ingredients and warnings from the exact pack with the almonds. Information varies by variety; for example, the 140 g Jumbo Almonds carry a warning that they may contain peanuts. The NVWA states that new rules on warnings about the unintended presence of allergens through cross-contamination apply from 1 January 2026.
How should I store almonds after preparing lunchbox portions?
Follow the instructions on the pack for your variety and keep that information available when dividing the almonds between smaller containers. For its unsalted almonds, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack well after use. Don’t assume a particular shelf life after opening based only on the fact that the pack is resealable.