Avoiding gluten or lactose
You can eat almonds, but want clear information on the packaging about gluten or lactose. Albert Heijn lists both claims for AH Terra Unroasted almonds 500 g. Check the packaging you receive too.
Who might these options suit?
Checking allergens carefully
You want to know whether almonds themselves, or warnings about peanuts, other nuts or sesame, rule out your choice. Voedingscentrum lists almonds as an allergen; if you need to avoid almonds, don’t choose an almond product.
Having a simple snack delivered
You’re looking for unroasted or unsalted almonds to snack on or use in recipes, and want to add them to an online grocery order. Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo product pages provide product information. Check with each retailer whether the item can be delivered as part of your order.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the ingredients you need to avoid. Then choose the ingredients and preparation style that suit how you’ll use the almonds, and check whether they’re available through your usual grocery shopping option.
| What to consider | What should you check when buying? | Who might this matter more to? |
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| Checking for allergens | Voedingscentrum lists almonds as an allergen. Also read any warnings about possible presence on the exact packaging. | If you need to avoid almonds or another listed ingredient, the ingredients and warnings may rule out a product straight away. Around 33% of consumers put allergen safety first. |
| Avoiding gluten or lactose | Albert Heijn lists AH Terra Unroasted almonds 500 g as gluten-free and lactose-free. Check that the packaging matches this variety. | If you can eat almonds but need an explicit gluten-free or lactose-free claim, check the information on each pack. Around 27% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Ingredients and flavour | PLUS lists almonds as the only ingredient in its 200 g unroasted variety; its roasted, unsalted variety also contains sunflower oil. Read the ingredients list. | If you’re looking for a short ingredients list or a particular preparation style, the difference between unroasted, roasted and seasoned almonds matters. Around 20% of consumers prioritise ingredients and flavour. |
| Ordering and delivery | Check that the product is available in your online basket and that the retailer delivers groceries. Lidl says it does not offer grocery delivery. | If you want your almonds delivered with your groceries, the current ordering option and availability in your basket matter. Around 20% of consumers prioritise convenient delivery. |
Common buying pitfalls
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Assuming ‘free from’ means free from all allergens
A gluten-free or lactose-free claim doesn’t mean a product is free from other allergens. Almonds are an allergen in their own right, and packaging may also carry warnings about other ingredients.
First, work out which ingredient you need to avoid. Then check the ingredients and warnings on the exact packaging.
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Treating unsalted, unroasted and no added oil as the same thing
These terms describe different properties. PLUS’s roasted, unsalted variety also contains sunflower oil; a claim about how a product is prepared is no substitute for checking the ingredients.
Look for the claim that matters to you on the packaging, and read the full ingredients list as well.
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Assuming a product page guarantees delivery
An online product page doesn’t automatically mean an item can be added to your basket or delivered to your home. Lidl says it does not offer grocery delivery.
Check the product’s status and delivery options with the retailer before relying on it. If it can’t be delivered, you may need to choose another order option or visit a shop.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The Dutch product page for AH Terra Unroasted almonds 500 g describes them as gluten-free, lactose-free and vegan.
- The exact variety lists almonds as an ingredient and carries all three of the dietary claims mentioned.
- The packaging contains almonds and carries a warning about peanuts and other nuts. These claims don’t automatically apply to other varieties.
PLUS
The product range includes 200 g unroasted, unsalted almonds and a 150 g roasted, unsalted variety.
- PLUS lists almonds as the only ingredient in its unroasted variety.
- The roasted variety also contains sunflower oil. Check the current packaging, as product information can change.
Jumbo
Jumbo Organic Unroasted almonds 175 g is an option made with organically sourced almonds.
- The product information lists organically sourced almonds as an ingredient.
- The packaging warns of possible traces of ingredients including peanuts, other nuts and sesame. Organic sourcing on its own says nothing about allergens.
Duyvis
Duyvis Oven roasted almonds 125 g is a seasoned oven-roasted variety with a savoury flavour mix.
- Duyvis describes its Almonds Original preparation method as using no added oil or fat.
- For the exact Oven roasted pack, Albert Heijn lists possible traces of wheat, peanuts and other nuts. The preparation claim does not mean the product is gluten-free.
Lidl
Lidl provides product information for almonds, but doesn’t offer home delivery of groceries.
- The product page can help you choose what to buy in store.
- Lidl states that it doesn’t offer grocery delivery.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands describes Trader Joe’s Unroasted almonds 200 g as untreated almonds in a resealable pack.
- The product description mentions the unroasted variety and resealable packaging.
- Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging; ‘unroasted’ on its own is not a dietary claim.
Almonds on Joybuy for snacking and cooking
These Joybuy product options are almonds for snacking or adding to recipes. Check the packaging and allergen information for each variety. If you need to avoid almonds, don’t choose an almond product.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
Suggested uses include snacking and adding them to baking, yoghurt, cereal or salad. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable if you need to avoid them.
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g'woon raw, unsalted almonds 200 g
The product title describes them as raw and unsalted for anyone looking for this preparation style. Check the ingredients and allergen information, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging once opened.
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Anatolia Badem natural almonds 500 g
Suggested uses include snacking, baking and cooking. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable if you need to avoid them; check the allergen information on the packaging.
Frequently asked questions about almonds and dietary requirements
Can I choose almonds if I need to avoid them?
No. If you need to avoid almonds, don’t choose an almond product. Voedingscentrum lists almonds as an allergen; a gluten-free, lactose-free or other dietary claim doesn’t make a product containing almonds suitable for you.
What does ‘may contain’ mean on almond packaging?
The warning indicates that an ingredient may be present unintentionally, for example through cross-contamination; it doesn’t mean that it’s in every pack. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been monitoring compliance with the rules on allergen warnings on food products.
Do gluten-free almonds always need a Crossed Grain logo?
No. The Dutch Coeliac Association lists both label information and the Crossed Grain logo as things to look for. Albert Heijn lists AH Terra Unroasted almonds 500 g as gluten-free; check the exact packaging and any other allergen warnings.
Does allergen information also have to be available online?
Yes. Dutch government information on food labelling says that label information must also be available online, and the NVWA explains the requirements for providing allergen information. Check the packaging when your order arrives too, as product information can change.
What should I check when my almonds arrive?
Check the ingredients, dietary claims and allergen warnings on the packaging you receive, and follow the storage instructions. The AH Terra packaging also warns that young children may choke on nuts.