Short-break snackers
You want to be able to grab a snack that’s been prepared in advance during your night shift, without having to weigh it out at work. AH Leefstijl recommends preparing snacks in advance and dividing them into portions.
Who are these choices relevant to?
Unsalted snack seekers
You want almonds as a regular snack and care more about them being unsalted than having a savoury flavour. The Voedingscentrum includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five; roasted almonds can also be unsalted, as the ALDI product reviewed here shows.
Forward planners
You buy a pack for several shifts and portion it out yourself. A well-sealed container helps keep almonds fresh; the ALDI pack reviewed here is specifically described as resealable. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark and dry place.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to be able to grab a single portion straight away or weigh out portions at home. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a reference for unsalted almonds; AH Leefstijl recommends dividing snacks into portions in advance.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this relevant to? |
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| Taking a portion with you | Net weight and the option to weigh out a portion in advance into a sealed container. | If my break is short, I want a portion ready in advance so I don’t have to weigh it out at work. Around 36% of consumers give top priority to being able to take a pre-measured portion with them. |
| Choosing unsalted | Check that the product is explicitly labelled unsalted and compare nutritional values for the same quantity. | If I take almonds as a regular snack, I mainly want an unsalted variety. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check separately whether the almonds are raw or roasted, and whether salt is listed. | If flavour and preparation determine my choice, I want to weigh up these features for myself; savoury doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. Around 14% of consumers give top priority to flavour and preparation method. |
| Storing a supply | Compare the pack size with the number of portions you want to prepare, and check whether the pack is resealable. | If I prepare almonds for several shifts, I want to store the rest properly and portion them out in advance. Around 21% of consumers prioritise managing their supplies and planning portions. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small shop-bought pack is one snack portion
A 125 g pack contains five 25 g reference portions, based on the Voedingscentrum’s guidance. The term ‘grab bag’ doesn’t, by itself, tell you anything about portion size.
Check the net weight and weigh out a portion at home if you want to take a specific amount with you.
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with ‘unsalted’
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as savoury oven-roasted almonds with no added oil or fat. That doesn’t tell you whether the variety is unsalted.
Check the ingredients and salt information separately; don’t let one preparation claim determine your entire choice.
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Not sealing an opened pack properly
The Voedingscentrum says that nuts are susceptible to mould and easily absorb odours from other foods.
Seal the pack properly and store it in a cool, dark and dry place. Also follow the storage instructions on the product packaging.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as savoury oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
- The brand description says that no oil or fat is added.
- Savoury and made without added oil or fat doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. Crispness and flavour are brand claims, not an independent product assessment.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds is an own-brand product with ‘unsalted’ clearly stated in the name.
- The product name makes it easy to identify as an unsalted option.
- Albert Heijn recommends checking the current packaging, as ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information may change.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Unsalted Almonds in a 140 g pack.
- The product information gives the variety and net weight; the storage advice is to keep them in a dry, dark place.
- A 140 g pack is larger than one reference portion. Check the packaging to see whether the closure is suitable for storing the product after opening.
Lidl
Lidl sells almonds under its Alesto brand and also lists a product called Unsalted Almonds.
- The product name is a useful starting point if you’re looking for an unsalted variety.
- Check the exact variety, net weight and product information on the current packaging. Lidl’s claims about selection and quality are brand communications.
ALDI
The TRADER JOE'S almonds from ALDI reviewed here are roasted and unsalted, in a 200 g pack.
- This variety is specifically described as being in a resealable pack.
- The pack contains eight 25 g reference portions; being resealable doesn’t determine how much you eat at a time.
PLUS
PLUS describes its Raw and Unsalted Almonds as being in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The product name states both the preparation method and that the variety is unsalted.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable. Check the closure and the current product information on the packaging.
Almonds at Joybuy
These products range from a resealable pack to unsalted and salted varieties. Weigh out a portion to take with you, and check that the flavour and preparation method suit your preferences.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
The description says they’re suitable for snacking and come in a resealable pack, making them a good choice if you want to prepare portions in advance.
The pack contains 160 g. The product information lists 0,028 g of salt per 100 g.
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g'woon Raw & Unsalted Almonds 200 g
The title says raw and unsalted; the description says the almonds are suitable as a snack.
The pack contains 200 g. The product description recommends sealing the pack carefully after opening.
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Anatolia Roasted and Salted Almonds 500 g
The description says the almonds are suitable as a snack; you can divide the pack into portions to take with you.
This variety is roasted and salted. It is not an unsalted option.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds 500 g
The product description says the almonds can be eaten as a snack, making them suitable if you want to weigh out your own portions.
The pack contains 500 g. The ingredients list contains only almonds; the nutrition table lists 0,00 g of salt per 100 g.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
The product description says they’re suitable for snacking and come in a resealable bag, which can be handy if you want to weigh out your own portions.
This variety contains 0,7% salt and sunflower oil; it is not an unsalted option.
Frequently asked questions
Is 25 g a required portion for a night shift?
No. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a reference for the nutritional values of unsalted almonds. You can use this amount to help you weigh and compare portions, but it isn’t a required serving for a night shift.
Do you need to choose raw almonds if you want to eat unsalted ones?
No. The ALDI variety reviewed here is both roasted and unsalted. Preparation method and salt content are separate features, so check both on the packaging.
How should you store the rest of an opened pack?
The Voedingscentrum recommends storing almonds in a cool, dark and dry place in a well-sealed container. Also follow the storage instructions and use-by date on the packaging; this advice isn’t a guarantee for every opened or flavoured variety.
What allergen information should you check on the packaging?
Check the ingredients list and allergen information for the specific variety. General EU labelling rules require allergens present to be emphasised in the ingredients list, with exceptions to the general requirement to provide an ingredients list. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority oversees allergen information.
What should you do if the pack you receive differs from the online product information?
Read the packaging you receive before eating the product, and check the current ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information. Albert Heijn and PLUS note that product information can change; if a difference affects your choice, contact the seller.