Compare almonds using the nutritional information for the portion you actually eat, and take energy, salt and ingredients into account too. Think of them as part of a varied diet around exercise, not as a product proven to speed up recovery on its own.
You want to know how much a typical portion contributes to your protein intake, without thinking of almonds as a recovery product in their own right. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that most people who exercise do not need special protein products if they eat a varied diet.
You look for unsalted options and want to know what they contain. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its healthy eating guidelines; always check the ingredients list on the specific pack you buy.
You choose mainly for the flavour and want to understand what herbs, salt or a smoky flavour mean for the ingredients in the variety you serve.
First decide which feature matters most for your drinks-and-nibbles occasion, then check the nutritional information, ingredients and packaging for that exact product.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and energy per 100 g for the same variety, and bear in mind how much you serve yourself. | If I choose a snack around exercise, I want to know what my portion contributes; around 39% of consumers put protein content first. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check the salt information on the exact pack. | Those who eat almonds regularly and want to assess any additions should focus on the ingredients; around 23% of consumers make this their top priority. |
| Savoury flavour for drinks and nibbles | Check the flavour variety, herbs and salt, as well as any allergen warnings. | If I’m serving almonds with drinks and nibbles, I want to choose a flavour that suits the occasion; around 23% of consumers put savoury flavour first. |
| Quantity and packaging | Compare the net weight and, when checking prices, the price per kilogram; also consider how the product should be stored. | Anyone looking for a pack that suits how they use it will want to compare cost and quantity; around 15% of consumers make this their top consideration. |
The amount of protein on a label tells you what the nutrition declaration states for that variety, but it doesn’t show that the snack speeds up recovery on its own.
Compare the nutritional information for the portion you eat and think of almonds as part of your overall varied diet.
Duyvis says its savoury almonds are roasted without added oil or fat. The retailer’s listing for this variety also mentions herbs and states that it contains 1.1 g of salt per 100 g.
Read the nutritional information and ingredients alongside the preparation details for the exact variety.
The two PLUS varieties mentioned have different nutrition declarations. So, a similar product name doesn’t mean the information is interchangeable.
Check the brand, full product variety and net weight on the pack you’re buying.
A pack that doesn’t suit how you use it could leave you with leftovers you won’t use.
Compare quantities on the same weight basis, and take the storage instructions and whether the pack can be resealed into account.
The 125 g oven-roasted variety is designed as a savoury snack to enjoy with drinks.
AH Unsalted Almonds, 190 g, is a roasted variety with almonds as its only ingredient.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds, 140 g, is a roasted variety.
There are separate unsalted varieties in 150 g and 175 g packs.
Alesto is a range of nuts, dried fruit and savoury snacks, including almonds.
The Dutch product page lists TRADER JOE'S Almonds, 200 g, in salted and smoky flavour varieties.
This selection includes plain or unsalted almonds for snacking, as well as a roasted, salted variety for anyone looking for a savoury flavour to enjoy with drinks.
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The product information says these almond kernels are ready to eat.
Ingredients: 100% almond kernels. Per 100 g: 21.5 g protein, 622 kcal and 0.028 g salt.
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This unsalted variety is a good option if you’re looking for almonds to snack on and want to take the salt content into account.
Ingredients: almonds. Per 100 g: 24 g protein, 591 kcal and 0.03 g salt.
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The product description says these almonds are ready to eat, whether as a snack or a topping.
Ingredients: 100% almonds. Per 100 g: 21.0 g protein, 578 kcal and 0.00 g salt.
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This roasted, salted variety is a good choice if you’re after a savoury flavour to enjoy with drinks.
Per 100 g: 97% almonds, sunflower oil, 21 g protein, 667 kcal and 1 g salt.
The product information states that it may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
No, think of them as one part of your diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that protein requirements may be higher for strength and endurance sports, but most people who exercise don’t need special protein products if they eat a varied diet.
Weigh your portion and multiply the value per 100 g by the portion weight divided by 100. A 25 g portion is used here as a standard calculation; Duyvis states that an average portion of its product is 30 g.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack you’re serving: almonds are an allergen in their own right. The listing for the Duyvis variety discussed here warns that it may contain wheat; always follow the information on the pack you choose.
Follow the instructions for the exact variety. Albert Heijn recommends storing its almonds in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack properly; for Duyvis, an airtight, light-proof container is recommended after opening.
Not necessarily. PLUS says that prices may vary locally and that the price at the time of delivery applies. Compare the price per kilogram for the same variety and check the order total before completing your purchase.
