Taking one snack with you
You want to take a measured amount with you, rather than automatically taking a whole bag. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses a handful of 25 grams in its nutrition table.
Who is this guide for?
Regularly snacking on unsalted nuts
You’re looking for unsalted almonds and want to assess the variety and portion. Unsalted nuts are included in the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Dutch Wheel of Five dietary guidelines.
Choosing a roasted flavour
You want roasted almonds and are weighing up unsalted and savoury varieties. The preparation and flavour description won’t tell you which variety you’ll enjoy most.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you’re mainly looking for a measured portion, a particular composition or flavour, a suitable amount to stock up on, or clear allergen information.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this? |
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| A portion to take with you | Weigh out a separate portion; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a handful in its nutrition table. | If I want to take one measured snack with me, I look at the portion size, not just the bag. Around 20% of consumers say convenience on the go is their top priority. |
| Ingredients and quantity | Check whether the exact variety is unsalted and decide how much you want to take with you. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, unsalted nuts are included in the Dutch Wheel of Five dietary guidelines. | For consumers who want to snack on unsalted almonds regularly, both the variety and the measured amount matter; around 20% make this their top priority. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the almonds are unroasted, roasted or savoury; those words alone don’t tell you whether a variety is unsalted. | If my choice mainly depends on the flavour or preparation I want, I compare the exact variety. Around 20% of consumers say this is their main consideration. |
| Stock and portion size | Compare the net weight with the amount you want to take for each snack break; a larger bag is not the same as individual portions. | Consumers who want to know how many separate snacks they can portion out of a bag focus mainly on its contents and portion size. Around 20% choose this as their first consideration. |
| Allergen information | Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) provides information on allergen labelling; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists almonds as a tree nut allergen. | If I need ingredients and warnings to assess my choice, I read the information on the exact packaging. Around 20% of consumers make this their top priority. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small bag is one snack portion
The 125 g and 200 g packs mentioned contain more than the 25 g handful the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses as an example.
Weigh out the amount you want and take it separately; think of the retail pack and your snack portion as two different quantities.
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Assuming ‘no added oil or fat’ means ‘low in calories’
Duyvis’s description refers to how the almonds are prepared. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s nutrition table for unsalted almonds does not give product-specific nutritional values for this Duyvis variety.
If you need this information, compare the nutrition details for the exact variety using the same serving size.
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Confusing resealable packaging with individually wrapped portions
TRADER JOE'S Almonds at ALDI are described as being in resealable packaging, but that doesn’t mean the almonds are divided into individual snack portions.
Use the seal to close the pack after taking some out, and decide separately how you’ll take one portion with you.
You may need your own resealable container for a portion to take with you.
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Confusing a precautionary warning with the ingredients list
Almonds are an allergen in their own right. Information about possible cross-contamination is a separate consideration from almonds being present as an ingredient.
Before buying, check both the ingredients and the allergen information on the exact packaging.
Brands and varieties to compare
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as savoury, oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
- The manufacturer says no oil or fat is added during roasting.
- This is the manufacturer’s description, not an independent assessment of the flavour. The retail bag is not a separate 25 g portion.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds are a specific option if you’re looking for unsalted almonds.
- The product name clearly identifies the unsalted variety.
- Check the information on the exact packaging; the variety name is not a general assessment of quality.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is a retail pack that is explicitly labelled as an unsalted variety.
- The product information says to store in a cool, dry place.
- 140 g is the pack size, not one measured snack portion.
Lidl
Lidl’s range information lists Alesto Spanish almonds in different 200 g varieties.
- The stated pack size can help you assess how much you’ll have in stock.
- Check the exact variety: information about different varieties doesn’t confirm which ingredients are in each one.
ALDI
The variety described is TRADER JOE'S Almonds: roasted and unsalted, in a resealable 200 g pack.
- The resealable packaging is handy for closing the pack after taking some out.
- Resealable doesn’t mean the pack contains individual snack portions.
PLUS
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds are described as being sold in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The variety is explicitly described as unroasted and unsalted.
- The term ‘stand-up pouch’ doesn’t in itself mean the pack is resealable or contains individual portions.
Almonds at Joybuy
These product picks are for almonds you portion out yourself as a snack to take with you. The varieties differ in preparation, salt content and pack size, among other things.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
An option if you’re looking for almond kernels that, according to the product description, are ready to eat as a snack.
Pack size: 160 g. The description states that the product contains 100% almond kernels.
Contains almonds; if you have an almond allergy, check the information on the packaging.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
An option if you want to portion out raw, unsalted almonds to take with you.
Pack size: 200 g. The product title identifies the variety as Raw & Unsalted.
The product description says to store in a well-sealed pack after opening.
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Anatolia Roasted Salted Almonds 500 g
An option if you’re looking for roasted, salted almonds and want to weigh out a smaller portion to take with you.
The product information states that salt has been added and that the bag is resealable.
The product information warns that the product may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts; check the exact packaging.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 gr
An option if you’re looking for almonds with no added salt to portion out yourself.
Pack size: 500 gr. The product information states that it contains 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt.
Contains almonds; if you have an almond allergy, check the information on the packaging.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
An option if you want to take roasted, salted almonds with you and decide on the snack portion yourself.
Pack size: 150 g. The product information states that the pack is resealable and contains 1 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds; if you have an almond allergy, check the information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions
How much should you weigh out for one handful of almonds?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a handful in its table for unsalted almonds. It’s a practical amount to use as a guide for a portion to take with you, not a universal medical maximum.
How should you store the rest of the almonds?
Keep nuts well sealed and dry. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a cool place, for example at 10 to 15 °C. Also follow the storage instructions on your pack.
What allergen information should you check in the Netherlands?
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact packaging; almonds are a tree nut allergen. The NVWA says that allergen information for prepacked foods must appear on the label. For non-prepacked products, the seller must make this information available in another way before purchase.
Are cross-contamination warnings the same as the ingredients list?
No. A precautionary warning about cross-contamination is a separate consideration from almonds being present as an ingredient. According to the NVWA, new rules for precautionary allergen warnings for food businesses in the Netherlands have applied since 1 January 2026.
How can you work out how many snack portions are in a bag?
Divide the net weight by the portion size you want to weigh out. For example, a 200 g bag gives you eight 25 g portions. This is a calculation based on your chosen portion size, not a pack containing eight separate bags.