Compare almonds by protein per portion, ingredients and how you plan to carry the pack. The protein value per 100 g doesn’t automatically tell you how much protein you’ll eat as a snack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives an average of 5.4 g of protein per 25 g handful of unsalted almonds. This is general nutritional information, not a product specification. If you’re doing an intensive workout that day, consider your overall diet too: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise get enough protein from an ordinary, varied diet.
You’re combining a festival with strength or endurance training and want to know how a portion of almonds contributes to your daily protein intake. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides general information about protein in almonds and nutrition for people who exercise. Your needs depend on the intensity of your training, not just your visit to the festival.
You’re looking for almonds you can portion out and store during a day out. ALDI lists a resealable pack for the unsalted, unroasted almonds reviewed here; Albert Heijn gives a portion size of 25 g and storage instructions for AH Terra.
You want to choose between, for example, unsalted almonds with almonds as the only ingredient and a savoury, seasoned variety. Product information from PLUS and Duyvis shows that ingredients and salt content can vary between varieties. Also check the allergen information, as advised by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
Start with the portion you actually plan to eat, then compare the ingredients and packaging of the specific variety.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Check the protein per 100 g on the pack and calculate how much that works out to for the portion you’re taking with you. | If I want to estimate my protein intake, I look at what I actually eat, not just the value per 100 g. Around 36% of consumers put protein per portion first. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the net weight, whether the pack is resealable and what storage instructions apply after opening. | I want to take a suitable amount with me for a day at a festival and be able to seal the rest properly. Around 29% of consumers mainly consider portioning and storage. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and compare the salt per 100 g in the varieties you’re considering. | If I’m looking for a simple ingredient list or a savoury flavour, I check what else is in the variety besides almonds. Around 21% of consumers prioritise ingredients and salt. |
| Allergens | Check both which allergens the product contains and which it may contain. | When I’m sharing almonds, I want to check the allergen information for myself and others. Around 14% of consumers put checking allergens first. |
AH Terra lists eight 25 g portions in a 200 g pack. The pack size is therefore not the same as one serving.
Decide in advance how much you want to take with you, and keep the net weight separate from the portion size.
Duyvis says its almonds are roasted without adding oil or fat. According to PLUS product information, the Duyvis Oven roasted variety reviewed here contains 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Read the nutrition table alongside the preparation description for the specific variety.
The ingredients list for the Jumbo Unsalted Almonds reviewed here lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
Check the ingredients if you’re looking for a product made with almonds alone.
Other allergens that may be present vary by variety. The Duyvis Oven roasted variety reviewed here lists possible traces of wheat; Jumbo lists possible traces of peanuts.
Keep the product information handy and let anyone with allergen requirements check what’s suitable for them.
The Almonds Original/Oven roasted range reviewed here includes oven-roasted almonds in a 125 g pack.
The options reviewed here include AH Unsalted Almonds and AH Terra Unroasted Almonds.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is the own-brand variety reviewed here.
Lidl’s Dutch product information lists unsalted almonds.
The unroasted almonds reviewed here are sold under the product name Trader Joe’s in a 200 g pack.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds 200 g is the own-brand variety reviewed here.
These Joybuy products include unsalted, natural, roasted and salted almonds. Compare the nutritional information and ingredients for the specific variety, and choose an amount that suits your snack break.
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Suited to anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds.
Joybuy product information lists 24 g of protein per 100 g and almonds as the ingredient.
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An option if you’re looking for almond kernels with a simple ingredients list.
Joybuy product information lists 100% almond kernels, 21.5 g of protein per 100 g and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g.
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Suited to anyone who wants to take roasted, salted almonds with them.
Joybuy product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g. The product may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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A natural variety for anyone looking for almonds with no added salt.
Joybuy product information lists 100% almonds, 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
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Suited to anyone looking for roasted almonds with a savoury flavour.
Joybuy product information lists 97% almonds, 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g, as well as a resealable pack. The product may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
Not necessarily. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that most people who exercise can get enough protein from an ordinary, varied diet. Consider the intensity of your training and your overall eating habits, not just the product name.
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for pre-packed products must appear on the label. For unpackaged food, the information must be made available in another permitted way, so that you can get it before buying.
Follow the instructions on the pack for the specific variety. For the Duyvis Oven roasted variety reviewed here, the product information says to store it in a cool, dry place and preferably keep an opened bag in a light-proof, airtight container.
