Choose almonds as part of a varied post-workout meal, not just because of a recovery claim or a large pack. Compare unsalted options by price per kilogram, how much you actually use and how you store them; a larger bag or multipack isn’t automatically better value.
You want to add almonds to your post-workout diet and see how they fit alongside other protein sources and in your overall eating habits. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains how you can get more protein from everyday foods.
You’re buying for several people and want to compare the total contents, price per kilogram and resealability of different packs.
You’re looking for a smaller or resealable pack that suits how much you use, without assuming in advance that a small pack costs more per kilogram.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| How they fit into your meal | Check the nutritional information for the exact product and calculate it for the portion you eat. General information about nuts isn’t a product specification. | If you want to eat almonds alongside other foods after exercise, focus on how they contribute to your meal; around 33% of consumers rank how a product fits into a meal as their top buying priority. |
| Price per kilogram | Compare the total price and net weight of equivalent products. For a multipack, add together the contents of all the individual packs. | If you’re considering a value pack, you’ll want to know what you’re paying per kilogram, rather than looking only at the price of one bag; around 33% of consumers prioritise comparing prices per kilogram. |
| Stocking up and storage | Check the pack size, whether it can be resealed and the storage instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place. | If you live alone or don’t use almonds often, you’ll want an amount that suits how much you use and the space you have to store them; around 25% of consumers make having a suitable amount in stock their top priority. |
| Preparation method and salt | Read the full product name, ingredients and salt content. If you have a food allergy, also check the allergen information and any cross-contamination warning. | If you’re specifically looking for raw, roasted, unsalted or another type, you’ll want to know exactly which product you’re buying; around 9% of consumers make the preparation method or salt content their top priority. |
The amount in the pack doesn’t tell you how much protein your portion adds to your overall meal.
First consider how almonds fit into a meal alongside other foods, then compare the packs.
Without the net weight, you can’t work out what you’re paying per kilogram. Different preparation methods also aren’t a like-for-like comparison of pack sizes.
Compare the price per kilogram of equivalent products and check the total contents of a multipack.
Nuts should be stored in a well-sealed container in a dry place, so a large pack won’t suit every household.
Choose an amount that matches how much you use, and check whether the pack can be resealed and what storage instructions it gives.
A range may include different preparation methods and salt options. The brand name alone doesn’t make these products equivalent.
Read the full product name, ingredients and salt information before choosing.
Duyvis describes its Unsalted Almonds range as suitable for breakfast, snacks and cooking.
Albert Heijn has a product page for AH Unsalted Almonds 4-pack.
Jumbo’s product page lists Raw Almonds 140 g.
Lidl has a product page for Unsalted Almonds.
Under the Trader Joe's brand, ALDI lists both raw almonds and roasted unsalted almonds in 200 g packs.
PLUS lists a 200 g stand-up pouch of raw, unsalted almonds and a 150 g pack of unsalted almonds.
This selection at Joybuy includes almonds in smaller packs and larger bags, with both unsalted and salted options.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a 160 g pack to add almonds to yoghurt, cereal or salad, for example.
Ingredients: almond kernels. Protein: 21,5 g per 100 g. Salt: 0,028 g per 100 g.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a 200 g pack of unsalted almonds.
Protein: 24 g per 100 g. Salt: 0,03 g per 100 g. Seal the pack tightly after opening.
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A good choice if you’re specifically looking for a larger pack of roasted salted almonds; choose a different option if you want unsalted almonds.
Protein: 21 g per 100 g. Salt: 1,0 g per 100 g.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a larger pack of almonds to add to yoghurt, salads or baking, for example.
Ingredients: 100% almonds. The product description doesn’t mention any added salt. Protein: 21 g per 100 g.
No. First consider your overall diet and the nutritional value of the portion you actually eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists foods including quark, yoghurt, milk, tofu, nuts and beans as ways to get more protein from everyday foods.
Divide the total price by the total net weight in kilograms and compare equivalent products. For a multipack, include the contents of all the individual packs; the words ‘4-pack’ don’t prove you’ll save money without the weight and price.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place. Also follow the storage instructions and best-before information on the specific pack; a general storage period isn’t a guarantee for every opened bag.
According to the NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. If you have a relevant food allergy, check both the ingredients and any cross-contamination warnings.
Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been overseeing the new rules on precautionary allergen labelling. Warnings may include phrases such as ‘May contain X’ or ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’; businesses must assess the risk. Such a warning concerns possible cross-contamination and doesn’t replace the declaration of ingredients deliberately included in the product.
