Ready to take with you
You want to pick up some almonds during a quick shopping trip without having to portion them out at home first. Check the difference between the total pack size and a single eating portion.
Who might find these options useful?
Portion them yourself
You take almonds with you regularly and want to decide how much to pack. The variety you choose, its stated portion size and how well you can reseal the pack are all worth considering.
For fans of savoury almonds
You’re mainly looking for a savoury roasted flavour. Compare the exact variety and its ingredients: roasted without added oil doesn’t mean unsalted.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether you need a single individually sealed portion or would rather portion some out yourself from a pack containing several portions. The total pack size or stated number of portions doesn’t automatically mean there are individual bags inside.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Convenience and portion packaging | Check the net weight, stated portion size and number of individual bags. | If you want to take almonds with you without any preparation, check whether the pack suits a single snacking occasion; around 33% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go. |
| An unsalted portion | Check the ingredients and portion size for the exact variety; 25 g isn’t a standard size that every buyer has to follow. | If you often take portions with you, you may want to decide the amount yourself and distinguish unsalted almonds from other varieties. Around 20% of consumers prioritise having a daily unsalted portion. |
| Quantity and what’s left over | Compare the net weight and choose an amount you can store and use comfortably. | If you don’t want to take an unnecessarily large supply on a quick top-up shop, consider what will be left after your snack; around 20% of consumers prioritise quantity and what’s left over. |
| Savoury flavour and preparation | Read the ingredients and salt content for the exact variety; a preparation claim doesn’t replace the nutrition table. | If you’re mainly looking for a savoury flavour, compare the seasoning and preparation with unsalted varieties. Around 14% of consumers prioritise savoury flavour. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Check the ingredients and warnings about possible traces separately. | If you’re checking for extra ingredients or allergens that are relevant to you, read the label on the exact pack; around 13% of consumers prioritise this check. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming a small pack is one portion
Duyvis lists 4–5 portions of 30 g on average for its 125 g Oven roasted almonds. Albert Heijn gives a portion size of 25 g for its 190 g unsalted almonds. A number of portions isn’t the same as a number of individual bags.
Compare the net weight with the stated eating portion and check specifically whether the pack contains individual portions.
If the pack contains several portions, you’ll need to reseal and store the remainder appropriately.
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Reading ‘no added oil’ as fat-free or unsalted
Duyvis describes its Oven roasted almonds as roasted without added oil or fat. Albert Heijn’s product information for this variety also lists 50 g of fat and 1.1 g of salt per 100 g.
Assess the preparation method, ingredients and nutrition table separately.
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Treating a nut mix as almonds only
As well as almonds, Duyvis Unsalted Nutmix Walnut contains walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts. Its ingredients and relevant allergens therefore differ from a product made with almonds alone.
Choose a nut mix only if you want the other ingredients too; keep it separate from almonds that don’t contain other types of nuts as ingredients.
Brands worth considering
Duyvis
The Almonds Original and Oven roasted range includes roasted almonds in a 125 g pack, for anyone looking for this preparation style.
- Duyvis describes the preparation as roasting without added oil or fat.
- The Oven roasted variety contains herbs and salt; the preparation claim doesn’t mean the product is fat-free or unsalted.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds is a roasted variety in a 190 g pack. The product information gives a portion size of 25 g.
- The portion size is listed separately from the total pack size; Albert Heijn advises closing the pack securely after use.
- The pack contains several portions and warns that it may contain peanuts and other nuts.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds comes in a 140 g pack for anyone looking for an unsalted variety in a smaller pack.
- The product information lists 99% almonds.
- Sunflower oil is also listed in the ingredients, and the allergen information warns of possible traces of peanuts. The pack isn’t a pre-measured individual portion.
Lidl
Lidl lists a 200 g almond product and also has a separate range page for unsalted almonds.
- The range information makes it worth comparing the exact variety with the preparation style you want.
- The page for the 200 g product says it’s available in store only. Details on the general almond page don’t necessarily apply to the separate unsalted variety.
ALDI
ALDI lists 200 g of unroasted Trader Joe’s almonds, as well as separate roasted flavour varieties.
- ALDI describes the unroasted variety as untreated and its pack as resealable.
- The roasted, salted and smoked varieties are different products; don’t treat their features as specifications for the unroasted variety.
PLUS
PLUS offers, among other options, a 150 g roasted unsalted variety and a 200 g unroasted unsalted variety.
- For the 200 g variety, PLUS lists almonds as the ingredient; the 150 g variety also contains sunflower oil.
- The preparation methods differ. The product information for both warns of possible traces of other allergens.
Almonds at Joybuy
This selection includes ready-to-eat almonds, varieties you can portion yourself, and roasted salted almonds. Check the product name and packaging to find a variety that suits your snacking occasion.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
A good choice if you want ready-to-eat almonds to take with you, with no extra preparation.
The pack contains 160 g.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200g
Ideal for portioning yourself if you’re looking for unsalted raw almonds.
The product name states that these are 200 g of raw, unsalted almonds.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150g
A roasted, salted variety for anyone looking for a savoury flavour.
This variety contains salt and sunflower oil; the product information also warns of possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
A good choice if you want roasted salted almonds and plan to portion them out yourself from a larger pack.
The pack contains 500 g, more than the 125–200 g packs in the examples discussed. The product information warns that the almonds may pose a choking hazard for young children.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almond 500 g
Suitable for making your own portions if you’re looking for a larger pack of almonds.
The pack contains 500 g; the product information states that it contains 100% almonds and advises keeping the pack closed after opening.
Frequently asked questions
Does 4–5 portions mean there are individual bags in the pack?
No. Duyvis Oven roasted almonds come in a 125 g pack, with an average eating portion of 30 g. Albert Heijn lists this as 4–5 portions; that doesn’t mean there are 4–5 individual bags.
Is a portion-packed nut mix the same as a bag of almonds?
No. Duyvis Unsalted Nutmix Walnut also contains walnuts, cashews and hazelnuts. The manufacturer lists a multipack of 4 × 30 g, but it’s a nut mix, not an equivalent substitute for almonds alone.
What’s the difference between unroasted and unsalted?
Unroasted describes how the almonds are prepared; unsalted describes whether salt has been added. They’re separate features: for example, PLUS product information lists both a 200 g unroasted, unsalted variety and a 150 g roasted, unsalted variety, with the latter containing sunflower oil.
How should I store almonds after taking a portion with me?
Keep the almonds dry in a well-sealed pack and follow the storage instructions on the exact packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also advises storing nuts in a cool place; Albert Heijn recommends closing the pack securely after use.
What should I look for in allergen information?
Check the ingredients and warnings about possible traces separately on the exact pack. PLUS product information for unroasted, unsalted almonds lists almonds as an ingredient and also warns of possible traces of peanuts and other nuts. A warning about possible traces doesn’t confirm that those allergens have been added as ingredients.