For a neighbourhood get-together, compare the stated protein content per equal serving, then choose based on preparation, salt and packaging. A party-sized serving is no guarantee of recovery after exercise; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. Also check the allergen information and whether the pack size suits the group and any leftovers.
You want to know how much protein a serving provides, perhaps on a day when you’re exercising. Compare the labels and consider the snack as part of your overall diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that most people who exercise don’t need special protein products if they eat a healthy, varied diet.
You’re buying for several guests and want to check the quantity, ingredients and allergens. Check the net weight and serving size, and keep the packaging available for guests who want to read the ingredients. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen information on food labels.
Your choice is mainly between plain, roasted and unsalted, or savoury seasoned almonds. Check the exact variety: preparation method, ingredients and salt content vary between products.
Use 25 g as a consistent basis for comparing nutrition labels; this isn’t a recommended party serving.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who might find this more important? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Calculated per 25 g, the labels state 6,75 g for AH, 6 g for PLUS and 5,25 g for Jumbo and Duyvis. These figures are calculations based on product information from Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo. | If you want to know what a typical serving contributes on a day when you’re exercising, don’t just look at the value per 100 g. Around 31% of consumers prioritise protein per serving. |
| Flavour, salt and ingredients | Per 100 g, AH lists 0 g salt, PLUS and Jumbo 0,03 g, and Duyvis 1,1 g. Jumbo lists sunflower oil in its ingredients; the Duyvis variety contains a savoury seasoning mix. Product information from Albert Heijn, PLUS and Jumbo. | If you want to choose a plain, roasted or savoury option for guests, check the salt content and ingredients too. Around 25% of consumers prioritise flavour and salt content. |
| Quantity for the group | The packs covered contain 125 g, 140 g, 190 g or 200 g. A 200 g pack provides eight 25 g servings. | If you’re buying for a group, you want to have enough to serve without using the number of bags as a measure of quantity. Around 19% of consumers mainly focus on choosing an amount that suits the group. |
| Allergens | Almonds are themselves a tree nut allergen. AH warns that the product may contain other nuts and peanuts; Duyvis warns that it may contain wheat and peanuts. Always check the packaging of the exact variety. | If a guest has allergies, you’ll want to check the ingredients and warnings in advance and have a suitable alternative snack available. Around 13% of consumers prioritise suitability for guests with allergies. |
| Storing leftovers | Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them cool where possible. Also check the storage instructions on the packaging. | If you expect to have almonds left over, resealable packaging is practical. ALDI describes an unroasted variety in a resealable pack. Around 12% of consumers mainly focus on storage and leftovers. |
Almonds are an allergen, and heating doesn’t remove that risk. The possibility of other allergens being present varies by product.
Check the current packaging for the exact variety and keep the information available when serving. If a guest needs to avoid almonds, choose another snack that’s suitable for them.
The AH figure of 27 g of protein per 100 g works out at 6,75 g per 25 g, not 27 g per serving. This calculation is based on product information from Albert Heijn.
Calculate the figures for each option using the same quantity, and consider the nutritional values alongside the rest of your diet. Don’t treat a nutrition figure as a guarantee of recovery.
Duyvis product information lists 1,1 g of salt per 100 g. The Jumbo variety is unsalted, but lists sunflower oil as an ingredient.
Read the preparation method, ingredients and salt content separately; one characteristic doesn’t automatically tell you about the others.
The details below apply to the product varieties mentioned and aren’t a general statement about every product from each brand.
Product information for AH Unsalted Almonds lists a 190 g pack.
PLUS Unroasted, Unsalted Almonds are an unroasted variety in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds are a roasted variety in a 140 g pack.
Duyvis Oven Roasted Almonds are a savoury oven-roasted variety in a 125 g pack.
The Dutch product descriptions list almonds under the Trader Joe's range.
Alesto Spanish almonds are described in 200 g varieties.
These options range from plain or unseasoned to roasted and salted. Compare the nutrition figures for the same quantity and check which flavour suits your get-together.
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A good option if you’re looking for unseasoned almonds in a resealable pack.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels, 21,5 g of protein and 0,028 g of salt per 100 g. Pack size: 160 g. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy.
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A good option if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds for a plain snack bowl.
The product information lists 24 g of protein and 0,03 g of salt per 100 g, with almonds as the ingredient. Pack size: 200 g. Contains almonds.
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A good option if you’re looking for a roasted, salted flavour for your get-together.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g. Pack size: 500 g. Contains almonds; the description warns of a choking hazard for young children.
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A good option if you’re looking for a plain variety with no added salt.
The product information lists 100% almonds, 21 g of protein and 0,00 g of salt per 100 g. Pack size: 500 g. Contains almonds and isn’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy.
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A good option if you want to serve a savoury, roasted variety in a resealable pack.
The product information lists 97% almonds, sunflower oil and 0,7% salt as ingredients; the nutrition information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g. May contain traces of peanuts and other nuts. Contains almonds.
No, a snack serving doesn’t guarantee recovery. For a typical 25 g handful of unsalted almonds, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5,4 g of protein. It advises people who exercise to consider their protein intake as part of a healthy, varied diet; most don’t need special protein shakes or bars.
Divide the quantity you want by the net weight of each pack. For example, a 200 g pack contains eight 25 g servings; you’ll need 250 g for ten servings of that size. This is a quantity calculation, not a recommended serving size.
No, roasting doesn’t make almonds suitable for someone with an almond allergy. The Food Allergy Foundation states that the allergen remains stable when heated. Choose another snack that’s suitable for that guest, and also check the warnings about the possible presence of allergens.
Follow the instructions on the product packaging and store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them cool where possible. Duyvis advises storing an opened bag in a light- and airtight container. General storage guidance isn’t a guarantee for every variety or for leftovers that have already been served.
Not necessarily. The Albert Heijn and Duyvis product information consulted warns that young children can choke on nuts. Check the packaging and don’t assume whole almonds are automatically suitable as a snack for children.
