Start with the ingredient you need to avoid: if you have an almond allergy, almonds aren’t suitable for you. If you’re specifically looking for a gluten-free or lactose-free product, check the claim for the exact variant. Then compare the protein content per equal serving and read the ingredients and warnings for possible allergens.
You’re looking for almonds without a particular ingredient, such as gluten or lactose, and want to distinguish a specific product claim from general descriptions such as unsalted. This choice is only relevant if you can eat almonds. The Dutch Food Allergy Foundation lists almonds as an allergen; Albert Heijn’s product page describes this variant as gluten-free and lactose-free.
You want to know how much protein your usual serving provides and compare it with the energy content for the same amount. Nutritional information for the variants reviewed is available on the product pages of Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis.
You eat almonds as a snack, with breakfast or in a meal, and are looking for an unsalted option with ingredients and storage advice that suit the way you use them. Albert Heijn, Jumbo, PLUS and Duyvis provide product-specific information for different variants.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Specific free-from requirements | Check the exact ingredients, free-from claims and warnings about possible allergens. | If I want to avoid gluten or lactose, I look for a claim that specifically covers that ingredient and read the warnings too. Around 36% of consumers prioritise this specific suitability. |
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and energy for the same amount, such as 25 g, and the same variant. | If I want to know what a handful provides, I don’t look only at values per 100 g. Around 29% of consumers focus mainly on the protein in their own serving. |
| Salt and preparation | Read the ingredients and salt content; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean oil-free. | If I’m looking for an unsalted snack or prefer a savoury flavour, I compare the variants rather than relying on the brand name alone. Salt and preparation are the main considerations for around 21% of consumers. |
| Packaging and storage | Compare the pack size and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I use almonds regularly, I want a pack that suits how much I eat and how I can store it. Practical packaging and cost per comparable amount are the main priorities for around 14% of consumers. |
Almonds are an allergen in their own right. A gluten-free claim doesn’t change that; products may also carry warnings about other nuts or peanuts.
Identify the ingredient you need to avoid and check the information for the exact variant. If you have an almond allergy, don’t choose an almond product.
The Duyvis, Jumbo and PLUS unsalted variants reviewed list sunflower oil. According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Almonds Original is roasted without added oil or fat, but it contains salt and carries a wheat warning.
Check the ingredients and nutritional information for the specific variant, and assess salt, oil and allergens separately.
A 25 g serving is a quarter of 100 g. A different serving size changes both the amount of protein and the energy you consume.
Compare products using the same serving size, and use protein and energy figures from the same product variant.
Duyvis Unsalted and Duyvis Almonds Original differ in ingredients, salt and allergen information. The brand name alone doesn’t make the products interchangeable.
Before choosing an alternative, check the full product name, pack size, ingredients and nutritional values.
The range mentioned includes unsalted almonds and Almonds Original, both in 125 g packs.
AH Unsalted Almonds, 190 g, is a specific variant with explicit gluten-free and lactose-free claims on the Dutch product page.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds, 140 g, is an example of unsalted roasted almonds with sunflower oil.
PLUS Unsalted Almonds, 150 g, is a specific variant to compare with other unsalted supermarket products.
Lidl sells almonds under the Alesto brand; one product listing describes Spanish almonds in different 200 g variants.
The product page mentioned is for Trader Joe’s Almonds, 200 g, which are roasted and salted or roasted with a smoky flavour.
The products below are almonds in different forms, including almond kernels, raw unsalted almonds and roasted varieties. Check the variant, ingredients and allergen information to find the right option for you.
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For anyone who wants to enjoy almonds as a snack or add them to yoghurt, breakfast cereal, salads and bakes.
The product information lists 21,5 g of protein per 100 g and 100% almond kernels as the ingredient.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds to enjoy as a snack.
The product information lists 24 g of protein and 0,03 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy. Store the pack in a cool, dry place, following the product instructions.
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For anyone who wants to enjoy roasted almonds as a snack or use them in meals.
The product information lists 21 g of protein per 100 g.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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For anyone looking for almonds as a snack, lunchbox treat or party snack.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
No. Almonds are an allergen in their own right. A gluten-free, lactose-free or unsalted claim doesn’t change that; if you have an almond allergy, don’t choose an almond product.
Not on the basis of that claim alone. If you have a milk allergy, check the ingredients and allergen information for milk; lactose-free doesn’t mean free from all allergens.
The Dutch Nutrition Centre gives an average of 5,4 g of protein per 25 g handful of unsalted almonds. When comparing products before you buy, check the figures for the exact variant, as product information can vary.
Compare the same quantity of the same type of product, and check the energy content per serving too. Values per 100 g aren’t the same as the amount in your usual snack serving.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn recommends storing almonds in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack securely after use; Jumbo and PLUS recommend storing them in a dry, dark place.
