For an everyday holiday snack, you can compare unsalted almonds by protein per serving, ingredients and salt. The figure per 100 grams won’t tell you how much you’re actually eating. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives an average of 5.4 grams of protein per 25-gram serving of unsalted almonds. Almonds aren’t a proven recovery food after exercise, and for children, allergens and the shape of the snack matter too.
You’re looking for a snack for school-age children and want to consider unsalted options, suitable snack times and the right form. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists unsalted nuts as a possible snack for children aged 4 to 12.
You want to know how much protein a handful of almonds provides, without automatically treating an everyday snack as a recovery food. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides general sports nutrition information, not a personal protein target for children.
You want to prepare snacks for several occasions and are considering pack size, resealing and storage. AH advises closing the pack securely after use and storing it somewhere cool, dark and dry; ALDI says the variant reviewed comes in a resealable pack.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Children and allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen warnings. For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts. | When I’m preparing snacks for children, I first want to know which form is suitable and what allergen information applies. Around 29% of consumers prioritise suitability for children and allergen information. |
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and energy for the same serving size, and use the nutritional information for the exact variant. | When I want to estimate how much protein a snack provides, I look at my snack portion rather than just the figure per 100 grams. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein per serving. |
| Ingredients and salt | Check whether the almonds are the only ingredient or whether oil and flavourings are also included; compare the salt content separately from the preparation method. | When I’m looking for unsalted almonds, I want to be able to assess the ingredients and salt content separately. Around 21% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the net weight, serving size and storage instructions, and see whether the pack can be resealed. | For several days of the holidays, I want to be able to prepare portions and seal the rest securely. Around 14% of consumers prioritise ease of preparation. |
A 25-gram serving of AH Unsalted Almonds provides 6.75 grams of protein and 156.75 kcal, based on the nutritional information shown. That’s less than the figures for 100 grams.
Compare products using the same serving size and take energy into account too.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as roasted without added oil or fat, but lists 1.2 grams of salt per 100 grams.
Check the preparation method, ingredients and salt as separate characteristics.
The AH pack contains 190 grams and lists a serving size of 25 grams. If you don’t portion it out in advance, you may eat more than you intended.
Decide on your portion in advance and seal the rest according to the storage instructions.
The variants reviewed include Almonds Original and Unsalted Almonds, giving you both savoury and unsalted almonds to compare.
AH Unsalted Almonds is a 190-gram roasted own-brand option.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds is the 140-gram roasted own-brand option reviewed.
The Dutch product pages include unsalted almonds and Alesto Spanish almonds, a range that contains several 200-gram variants.
The Trader Joe’s Almonds reviewed are roasted and unsalted, and come in a 200-gram pack.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is an own-brand option in a 200-gram stand-up pouch.
This Joybuy selection includes plain or unroasted almonds, as well as salted, roasted options for snacking or adding to dishes. Compare protein and salt per 100 grams, and check the ingredients and preparation method for each variant.
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The description suggests enjoying them as a snack or adding them to yoghurt, cereal and salads.
The description lists 100% almond kernels, 21.5 g of protein per 100 g and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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The description suggests enjoying them as a snack or using them in baking and dishes.
This variant is described as raw and unsalted, with almonds as the ingredient, 24 g of protein and 0.03 g of salt per 100 g.
The description recommends storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack after opening. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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The description suggests eating them as they are or using them in baking, cooking and salads.
The description lists almonds as the only ingredient, with 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
The description recommends storing in a cool, dry place and sealing the pack after opening. Contains almonds and is not suitable for anyone with an almond allergy.
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The product description recommends these roasted almonds as a snack.
The nutritional information lists 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g.
The product description warns of a choking hazard for young children and mentions almond allergy.
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The description suggests enjoying these roasted almonds as a snack or using them in salads and baking.
The description lists 97% almonds and sunflower oil; the nutritional information gives 21 g of protein and 1 g of salt per 100 g.
The 150 g bag is resealable. The description mentions possible traces of peanuts and other nuts.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives an average of 5.4 grams of protein per 25-gram handful of unsalted almonds. The exact amount varies by variant: the AH option reviewed works out at 6.75 grams per 25 grams, and the PLUS option reviewed at 6 grams.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, recreational athletes don’t need special protein shakes or bars. Consider almonds as part of your overall diet, and don’t use general advice for serious athletes as a personal nutrition target for a child.
For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking. Older children can choke too: make sure they eat calmly at the table and supervise them. This is safety advice, not a legal age limit.
Check the ingredients list and warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. The NVWA says that allergens present in an ingredients list must be clearly distinguishable; almonds are an allergen.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack. Albert Heijn recommends storing almonds somewhere cool, dark and dry, and closing the pack securely after use; PLUS and Jumbo recommend storing them somewhere dry and dark.
