Sharing snacks and packing lunchboxes
You want to have sealed snack bags ready for each person or lunchbox. So check how many individual bags are included, not just the total weight. A mixed-nut multipack is only suitable if you want other nuts too.
Who is this guide for?
Travellers portioning their own snacks
You take regular bags of almonds with you and divide the contents between your snack breaks in advance. The bag weight and storage instructions can help you decide which pack suits your plans.
Choosing unsalted almonds
You want almonds with no added salt, so check the exact variety. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted or free from added oil: Duyvis lists sunflower oil in its Unsalted Almonds.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you need sealed bags for each person. If you’re portioning them yourself, choose a regular bag that suits the amount you want to take with you.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Individual bags | Check how many individual bags are included and the weight of each one; the total weight alone doesn’t tell you how many sealed portions you’ll get. | If you want to have individual bags ready for travel companions or lunchboxes, the number of portions matters. Around 36% of consumers prioritise individually portioned snacks. |
| Ingredients and sharing | Read the exact variety and ingredients. If it’s a nut mix, check which other nuts it contains. | If you’re taking your travel companions’ preferences or allergens into account, you’ll want to know exactly what’s in the pack. Around 29% of consumers prioritise ingredients and suitability for sharing. |
| Amount per snack break | Compare the net weight with the amount you want to take for each snack break. | If you want to portion out enough almonds for your planned snack breaks, the total bag weight can help you plan. Around 21% of consumers prioritise the amount per snack break. |
| Storage after opening | Follow the storage instructions for your chosen variety and check whether you’ll need a seal or a separate storage container after opening. | If you’re using the same bag on several occasions, it’s practical to have a suitable way to store its contents. Around 14% of consumers prioritise storage after opening. |
Common pitfalls
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Confusing a mixed-nut multipack with a multipack of almonds only
As well as almonds, Duyvis Unsalted Nutmix Walnut contains walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts. This means it has a different composition and includes other relevant allergens.
Read the product name and ingredients, and only choose a mix if you want the other nuts too.
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Confusing several portions in one bag with individual snack bags
A regular bag of almonds doesn’t automatically give you individually sealed portions. For an opened bag of Duyvis Unsalted Almonds, the product information recommends an airtight, light-proof container.
Check how many individual bags are included before buying. If you choose a regular bag, think in advance about how you’ll portion and store its contents.
Portioning them yourself takes preparation, and you’ll need a suitable way to store opened almonds.
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Looking only at the total bag weight
The regular bags mentioned vary in net weight: for example, Duyvis Unsalted Almonds comes in a 125-gram pack, Jumbo in a 140-gram pack and PLUS in a 200-gram pack. This helps you plan portions, but doesn’t tell you how many individual bags you’ll get.
Compare the weight with the number of snack breaks you want to prepare for, and check whether the pack contains almonds or a mix.
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Assuming a small bag is automatically suitable for a young child
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that whole nuts can pose a choking risk. A smaller pack doesn’t change the shape of its contents.
Consider what’s inside and the child’s circumstances, and follow the advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
Brands and product ranges to consider
Duyvis
The range includes regular bags of almonds and a separate mixed-nut range.
- Duyvis lists Unsalted Almonds in a 125-gram pack; according to the manufacturer, the ingredients include sunflower oil.
- The manufacturer says Almonds Original is oven-roasted without added oil or fat. That doesn’t automatically mean it’s unsalted. The 4 × 30-gram multipack on the Walnut page is a mixed-nut product.
Albert Heijn
The AH own-brand range includes unsalted almonds, and information about Duyvis Unsalted Almonds is also available on the AH product page.
- The AH product page lists a variety containing unsalted almonds.
- The previously listed AH Nut Mix, in a 3 × 40-gram pack, is marked as discontinued and isn’t a current recommendation for almonds.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds comes in a regular bag that you can portion yourself.
- Jumbo’s product information lists a 140-gram bag and says to store it in a cool, dark place.
- The bag weight doesn’t mean the pack contains individual portion bags.
Lidl
Lidl describes Alesto Spanish almonds in several varieties.
- The product information lists 200-gram packs.
- Check the specific variety on the pack; the product information mentioned doesn’t make clear which salt variety you’re choosing.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s product information lists roasted almonds in salted or smoky-flavoured varieties.
- For these varieties, ALDI lists a resealable 200-gram pack.
- This product information doesn’t describe an unsalted variety or individual portion bags.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds comes in a regular bag that you can portion yourself in advance.
- The PLUS product page lists the unroasted, unsalted variety in a 200-gram stand-up pouch.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically a multipack of individual portions or a resealable pack.
Almonds at Joybuy
These products are regular bags of almonds for putting together your own snacks for the journey. Check the variety: some products are roasted and salted.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels
A regular bag of almonds to portion out yourself for snack breaks.
The product information states that it contains 100% almonds and is ready to eat.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
An option for putting together your own portions of unsalted almonds for the journey.
The product name specifies raw, unsalted almonds and 200 g. The product description says to store in a cool, dry place and keep the pack closed after opening.
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Anatolia Roasted and Salted Almonds, 500 g
A savoury option to portion out yourself; not suitable if you’re specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
The product name specifies roasted and salted almonds and 500 g. The product description says to store in a cool, dry place and keep the pack closed after opening.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond)
A regular bag of almond kernels to portion out yourself for your journey.
The product description states that it contains 100% almond kernels and is ready to eat. After opening, it recommends sealing the pack and storing it in a cool, dry place.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds, 150 g
A roasted, salted option to take with you and portion yourself; not suitable if you’re specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
The product information lists 150 g, 97% almonds, sunflower oil and salt. The description says the bag is resealable.
Frequently asked questions
Does unsalted mean unroasted or free from oil?
No, check each of these details separately. Duyvis says its Unsalted Almonds contain sunflower oil; the PLUS variety reviewed is described as both unroasted and unsalted.
How do you work out how many snack breaks a bag will cover?
Divide the net weight by the portion size you choose. For example, 200 grams divided into 25-gram portions gives you eight portions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a handful on its nutrition page; here, it’s just a unit for this calculation, not a recommended amount for every traveller.
How should you store an opened bag while travelling?
Follow the instructions for your chosen variety. Jumbo says to store its almonds in a cool, dark place; for an opened bag of Duyvis Unsalted Almonds, the Dutch product page recommends an airtight, light-proof container.
Are whole almonds automatically suitable for a child’s lunchbox?
No, a small bag doesn’t change the risk posed by whole nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that children can choke on whole nuts; follow its advice when choosing food for a child.
What information can you check when buying online in the Netherlands?
According to Dutch government information, label information must be available in Dutch and accessible online too. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) requires allergens to be clearly listed on the label; almonds are among the nut allergens that must be declared. These information requirements don’t, by themselves, prove that an individual product meets all food safety requirements.