Compare the protein content of almonds using the same serving size, and also check the ingredients, salt content and preparation method. Plain, unsalted almonds are a neutral option, while roasted or seasoned varieties offer a different flavour. Almonds can complement your overall diet, but they’re not a recovery meal on their own. Take extra care when serving whole nuts to children.
If you’re looking for almonds as a plant-based addition to your diet, compare their protein content using the same serving size. The Voedingscentrum stresses that recovery after intense exercise depends on getting enough protein from your diet overall.
When you’re planning an Easter activity with children, allergens and how you serve the snack are just as important as its nutritional value. The Voedingscentrum advises children to sit calmly while eating and to be supervised. Bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts.
Choosing between plain almonds and a roasted or savoury variety? Check the ingredients and salt content of the exact product, rather than relying on its name alone.
Compare nutritional values using the same serving size, then weigh up the ingredients, safe serving and packaging for the way you plan to use the almonds.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and energy per 100 g, then calculate both for the same serving size. Based on the declared values, a 25 g serving provides 6.5 g of protein for AH Terra, 6 g for PLUS and 6.75 g for AH Amandelen ongezouten. | If I’m choosing almonds to complement my diet, I want to know how much protein my serving provides, without assuming that a larger serving is automatically a better choice for sport. Around 36% of consumers put protein content first. |
| Sharing safely | Check the allergen information on the packaging. Make sure children sit calmly while eating, supervise them and bear in mind the choking risk posed by whole nuts. | When sharing a snack with children or someone with a relevant food allergy, I want to check first that the ingredients and form of the food are suitable. Around 29% of consumers prioritise safe sharing. |
| Ingredients and flavour | Check the ingredients, preparation method and salt content per 100 g. Unsalted doesn’t necessarily mean unroasted or free from added oil. | If I’m looking for plain almonds rather than a roasted or savoury snack, I want to be able to identify the exact product from its label. Around 21% of consumers start by looking at ingredients and flavour. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and storage instructions, and reseal the packaging securely after use. | When buying almonds for an activity or for later, I want to choose an amount that suits my needs and store any leftovers properly. Around 14% of consumers look at this first. |
According to the manufacturer, the Duyvis Oven roasted almonds included in this review are roasted without added oil or fat. However, they have a savoury coating and contain 1.1 g of salt per 100 g.
Check the preparation method, ingredients and nutritional information as separate product features.
The label value per 100 g isn’t the same as the amount of protein in the serving you actually eat. For AH Terra, a 25 g serving contains 6.5 g of protein and 153.25 kcal, based on the declared values.
Calculate the values for different products using the same serving size, and consider their contribution to your diet overall.
A high protein content doesn’t change the choking risk that whole nuts pose to children.
Make sure children sit calmly while eating and supervise them. If they have a relevant allergy, check the information on the exact packaging.
The Almonds Original variety included in this review is a savoury roasted almond product in a 125 g pack.
The varieties included in this review are AH Terra Ongebrande amandelen, 500 g, and AH Amandelen ongezouten, geroosterd, 190 g.
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g is a roasted, unsalted variety.
Alesto Spanish almonds are available in various 200 g varieties.
The 200 g Trader Joe’s almonds included in this review are described as roasted and salted or roasted with a smoky flavour.
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten was reviewed in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
This selection includes unroasted, unsalted and savoury roasted almonds, so you can compare ingredients, flavour and declared nutritional values.
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An option to include when comparing almonds as a snack or as an addition to yoghurt, cereal or salad. The product information lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g; calculate this for the same serving size as other products.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g.
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A good fit if you’re looking for an unroasted, unsalted variety. The nutritional information provided lists 24 g of protein per 100 g; compare this with other almonds using the same serving size.
The product information lists almonds as the ingredient and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g.
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A savoury, roasted option if flavour matters more to you than an unsalted ingredient list. The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g; compare these values using the same serving size.
The product information lists almonds and salt as ingredients.
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A good fit if you want to compare almonds as a snack or as an addition to dishes such as yoghurt or salad. The nutritional information provided lists 21.0 g of protein per 100 g; compare this with other products using the same serving size.
The product information lists 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
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A roasted, salted snack option. The product information lists 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g; compare both values using the same serving size if you’re also looking at unsalted almonds.
The product information lists sunflower oil and a resealable bag.
Use the same amount for every product. For example, multiply the value per 100 g by 0.25 to calculate the amount in a 25 g serving. Based on the declared values, that works out at 6.5 g of protein for AH Terra and 6.0 g for PLUS. This is a comparison, not a personal serving-size recommendation.
No. Consider almonds as part of your diet overall. The Voedingscentrum stresses the importance of getting enough protein after intense exercise and says that most people who do sport can get enough protein from a varied diet.
Whenever possible, plan a calm, seated snack time with adult supervision. The Voedingscentrum warns about whole nuts and advises children to sit calmly while eating. Bear their ability to chew in mind.
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the exact product. According to the NVWA, this information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. New rules on warnings about possible cross-contamination also apply from 1 January 2026. Such a warning is different from an ingredient that is actually in the product.
Follow the instructions for the exact variety and seal the packaging securely. Albert Heijn recommends storing AH Terra in a cool, dark and dry place. Duyvis advises keeping an opened bag in an airtight, light-proof container.
