Choose according to how many people you’re catering for and how much you want to take with you. Albert Heijn describes its 125 g bag of Duyvis as containing 4–5 servings, while Jumbo lists around six servings for 140 g. These aren’t individually wrapped portions. Then compare the ingredients and preparation method, and if you expect leftovers, choose a resealable pack or a container with a tight-fitting lid.
You want to share a bag or portion it out in advance. Compare the net weight with the stated serving size: Albert Heijn lists 4–5 servings for Duyvis Oven roasted, while Jumbo lists around six for its 140 g version.
You want almonds with no added salt, and are also choosing between raw and roasted. Check for oil and other ingredients too: ‘unsalted’ doesn’t tell you how the almonds have been prepared.
You won’t eat the whole bag in one go and want to be able to seal the remainder. ALDI lists resealable packaging for specific almond varieties; a container with a tight-fitting lid is another option.
First, work out how many portions you need. Then compare the preparation method and ingredients, and think about how you’ll store an opened pack.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking portions | Compare the net weight, serving size and number of servings. Check whether the portions are actually individually wrapped. | If you want to portion them out for a few people rather than share the whole bag, portion control is key. Around 31% of consumers put this need first. |
| Choosing unsalted | Check the salt, oil and other ingredients. Jumbo lists sunflower oil in its 140 g unsalted version; PLUS lists only almonds in its 200 g unroasted version. | If you want unsalted almonds and also want to know what else they contain, look beyond the preparation description. Around 25% of consumers prioritise these ingredients. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the variety is unroasted, roasted or seasoned, and read the ingredients for that specific flavour. ALDI lists several roasted flavour varieties. | If you’re looking for a particular flavour or preparation, check the variety on the pack. Around 19% of consumers make flavour and preparation their main consideration. |
| Sharing and storage | Check the pack size and whether it’s explicitly described as resealable. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing unsalted almonds in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. | If you want to share them and take leftovers home, being able to reseal the pack after snacking is important. Around 13% of consumers prioritise sharing and storage. |
| Suitability for those eating | Read the allergen information for the exact variety. For children under 4, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking. | If someone with a relevant allergy is joining you, or young children will be there, check the ingredients and warnings first. Around 12% of consumers make personal suitability their main priority. |
Albert Heijn’s product information lists 4–5 servings in a 125 g pack of Duyvis Oven roasted. So a small bag to take with you may contain several servings.
Check the net weight and serving information separately, and decide in advance how much you want to take per person.
Duyvis says that Almonds Original are roasted without added oil or fat. However, Albert Heijn’s product information lists salt and flavourings in the specific Oven roasted variety.
Check the ingredients for the exact variety, and consider the salt content and preparation method separately.
Jumbo’s product information lists sunflower oil in its 140 g unsalted variety. PLUS also lists sunflower oil in its 150 g unsalted variety.
If you’re looking for a product with almonds as its only ingredient, check the ingredients list rather than relying on the word ‘unsalted’.
If you don’t eat it all, you’ll need to be able to seal the remainder properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing unsalted almonds in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place.
Choose a pack that’s explicitly resealable, or take a container with a tight-fitting lid.
The range includes roasted and unsalted almond varieties. Albert Heijn’s product information describes the 125 g bag of Oven roasted as containing 4–5 servings.
AH Amandelen ongebrand is a larger bag that you can portion out at home. Albert Heijn lists 450 g and 18 servings of 25 g.
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen is a smaller sharing pack. Jumbo lists 140 g and around six servings.
The Dutch product listing for Alesto Spanish almonds gives a pack size of 200 g and lists several varieties.
ALDI lists almonds under TRADER JOE'S, including 200 g unroasted and roasted varieties.
PLUS lists a 200 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted almonds and a 150 g unsalted variety.
These Joybuy products offer almonds prepared in different ways and in a range of pack sizes, so you can portion them out for your picnic.
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A good choice if you want to portion out a few servings of almonds for your picnic.
Joybuy lists 160 g and 100% almond kernels. Seal the pack tightly after opening.
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Ideal if you want to portion out raw, unsalted almonds for your picnic.
Joybuy lists 200 g of raw, unsalted almonds. Keep the pack tightly sealed after opening.
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A roasted, salted option to take with you if you fancy a savoury snack and want to be able to reseal the bag between servings.
Joybuy lists 150 g and resealable packaging. The ingredients include 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0.7% salt.
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A good choice if you want to share roasted, salted almonds and portion out the larger pack yourself.
Joybuy lists 500 g of roasted, salted almonds. Keep the pack tightly sealed after opening.
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Ideal if you’re looking for almonds with no added salt and want to portion out the larger pack yourself.
Joybuy lists 500 g, 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
No, the number of servings doesn’t automatically mean there are individual bags inside the pack. Albert Heijn lists 18 servings of 25 g in one 450 g pack; Jumbo lists around six servings in a 140 g pack. Use this information to portion them out, not as proof that they’re individually wrapped.
No, ‘unsalted’ only tells you about added salt; it doesn’t automatically tell you how the almonds were prepared or what other ingredients they contain. Jumbo describes its 140 g variety as roasted and unsalted, and lists sunflower oil. So check the ingredients list for the exact variety.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, unsalted almonds should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. For an unopened pack, also follow its storage instructions and best-before date.
Read the ingredients list and warnings for the exact variety before serving the almonds. The NVWA says allergens must be clearly listed on food labels; EU guidance states that allergens present must stand out in the ingredients list. According to Albert Heijn, the Duyvis Oven roasted variety reviewed may also contain wheat, peanuts and other nuts.
For children under 4, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, because of the risk of choking. This is nutritional and safety advice, not a general legal age restriction on buying them.
