Compare the protein content per 100 g with the amount you actually want to eat, then check how the almonds are prepared, the ingredients and the packaging. Product information can help you make that comparison, but a stated protein content alone does not prove that a product can legally be described as ‘high in protein’; the NVWA assesses claims based on the product’s composition. For sportspeople, an overall varied diet remains more important than any one snack, according to the Voedingscentrum.
You want to know how a portion of almonds contributes to your overall protein intake. Compare the nutritional information with the amount you actually eat; the Voedingscentrum advises sportspeople to consider their overall, varied diet.
You’re looking for almonds that suit your preference for unsalted nuts. The Voedingscentrum includes unsalted nuts in the Wheel of Five, so compare how the specific variety is prepared and what its ingredients are.
You want to bring a pack that’s suitable for the group and have allergen information to hand. The NVWA emphasises that allergens must be clearly listed on the label.
Start by comparing protein content for the same quantity and considering the portion you’ll take with you. Then choose between unsalted or roasted, and check that the packaging and allergen information suit your picnic.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein in your portion | Protein per 100 g and the weight of the portion you intend to eat. | After exercising, I want to know how my portion contributes to my overall protein intake. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the protein contribution of a portion. |
| Preparation and salt | Whether the specific variety is unsalted, unroasted or roasted; also check the ingredients and salt content. | If I want to take unsalted nuts with me, I compare the specific variety rather than just the brand. Around 29% of consumers prefer an unsalted option. |
| Taking them with you and storage | Net weight and whether the pack can be resealed after opening. | For a picnic with others, I want to bring enough and be able to seal up any leftovers. Around 21% of consumers place the greatest importance on convenience when taking a snack with them. |
| Allergen information | The allergen information on the packaging of the specific variety; keep the label available if you share the almonds from another container. | If someone in my group has a relevant allergy, I check the label before sharing the snack. Around 14% of consumers prioritise checking for allergens. |
A statement about protein on the packaging doesn’t, on its own, tell you whether the snack suits your personal recovery needs. The Voedingscentrum emphasises that your overall diet matters.
Compare the nutrition table with the portion you actually eat. Don’t assume that a brand name or packaging claim promises recovery benefits.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. This describes the preparation method; it is not the same as claiming that the finished product is fat-free.
Check the nutritional information for the specific variety; a description of how it is prepared is no substitute for that information.
A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable. ALDI specifies resealable packaging for the unroasted variety described; that feature doesn’t necessarily apply to other packs.
Check how the specific pack closes before relying on it for transport or storing leftovers.
The manufacturer describes both unsalted almonds and Almonds Original, a 125 g oven-roasted variety.
AH Unsalted Almonds is an own-brand option for anyone specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
Jumbo lists Unsalted Almonds 140 g.
Lidl has a Dutch product listing for unsalted almonds.
Under the TRADER JOE'S product name, ALDI lists 200 g of unroasted almonds, as well as separate 200 g roasted varieties with salt or smoky flavour.
PLUS lists unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
The product options below include natural, unroasted and unsalted almonds, as well as roasted salted varieties. Compare protein and salt content for the same quantity, and choose a preparation and pack that suit your picnic.
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An option if you want to take a small pack with you and compare the stated protein content for the same quantity.
The product information lists 21,5 g of protein per 100 g and 100% almond kernels.
The pack contains 160 g and is described as resealable in the product information.
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Suited to anyone looking for unroasted, unsalted almonds and wanting to compare the nutritional information for the same quantity.
The product information lists 24 g of protein and 0,03 g of salt per 100 g.
The product name specifies a 200 g pack.
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An option if you want to take roasted salted almonds with you; bear in mind the stated salt content.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g.
The pack contains 500 g.
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An option if you’re looking for a larger pack of ready-to-eat almonds and want to check the protein content for the same quantity.
The product information lists 21,0 g of protein and 0,00 g of salt per 100 g.
The pack contains 500 g.
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Suited to anyone looking for a roasted salted snack in a smaller pack.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g, and 97% almonds.
The pack contains 150 g and is described as resealable in the product information.
Not necessarily. The Voedingscentrum says that most sportspeople don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. Think of almonds as part of your overall diet.
Follow the instructions on the packaging of the specific variety. The product page for Jumbo Unsalted Almonds recommends storing them in a cool, dry, dark place; the supplier describes the ALDI unroasted variety as resealable.
Check the ingredients, allergens, net weight, nutritional information and best-before details, among other things. Keep the label with the almonds if you transfer them to another container for your picnic.
Choose a snack that takes the relevant allergy into account and read the allergen information for the specific product. Almonds are among the nuts for which allergen information is relevant; the NVWA emphasises that allergens must be clearly listed on the label.
