Unsalted almonds can be part of your daily diet, but their protein contribution depends on the serving size: the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.4 g of protein per 25 g handful of unsalted almonds. Enjoy almonds as part of a varied diet around your sports activities, rather than assuming that a particular pack is a high-protein product. Match the amount you stock to how much you use, and check the nutrition table, packaging and storage instructions for the exact variant.
If you want to eat almonds alongside other foods, compare the protein per serving with your overall diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists almonds among the foods that can contribute to your protein intake.
If you eat almonds often, choose a pack size that suits how much you use. Also check the storage instructions and whether you can reseal the pack after opening.
If you’re looking for almonds to snack on or use as an ingredient, check that the exact variant is unsalted. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts every day, and varying the types of nuts you eat.
Start with the nutrition table for the exact variant, then work out how much you expect to use before your stock runs out.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare the protein per 100 g and the weight of your own serving with the nutrition table for the exact variant. | If you want to eat almonds around your sports activities, you’ll want to know what your serving contributes. Around 31% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Matching stock to how much you use | Check the net weight and how much you usually use before opening the next pack. | If you eat almonds regularly, you’ll want to choose an amount that suits your usage. Around 31% of consumers make the amount they need to stock up on their top priority. |
| Storage and freshness | Check the best-before date, storage instructions and whether the pack can be resealed. | If your usage varies, you’ll want to know how to store opened almonds and when to use your stock. Around 25% of consumers prioritise how well a product keeps in storage. |
| Unsalted variant | Read the variant name, ingredients and salt information; if you have a relevant allergy, check the allergen information too. | If you want to eat unsalted almonds every day, check the product details rather than relying on the preparation method alone. Around 13% of consumers prioritise this choice. |
The 5.4 g of protein per 25 g handful is a general figure from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre for unsalted almonds, not a product specification for every pack or recipe.
Use the nutrition table for the exact variant. A protein figure on its own does not prove that the product meets the requirements for a nutrition claim.
Almond quality can deteriorate over time; rancidity, a tough texture or mould are reasons not to eat them.
Match the amount to how much you use, check the best-before date and follow the storage instructions. If your usage varies, consider buying smaller unopened packs.
A description of how almonds are prepared doesn’t automatically tell you whether they’re unsalted. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat; this doesn’t mean the variant is fat-free or unsalted.
Check the variant name and product information. Don’t choose based only on terms relating to roasting or added oil.
Duyvis describes both unsalted almonds and a savoury, oven-roasted variant.
AH Terra Unroasted Almonds is an unroasted product range within the stated selection.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds, 140 g, is a smaller pack option for those looking for unsalted almonds.
Lidl sells almonds under the Alesto brand as part of its nuts and dried fruit range.
The TRADER JOE'S variant described consists of roasted, unsalted almonds in a resealable 200 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Almonds are available in a 150 g stand-up pouch.
The Joybuy products below include natural or raw almonds, as well as a roasted salted variant, in pack sizes from 160 g to 500 g.
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The product information suggests enjoying these as a snack or adding them to yoghurt, breakfast cereal and salads.
The stated nutrition information gives 21.5 g of protein per 100 g; the pack contains 160 g. Contains almonds.
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The product name describes raw, unsalted almonds for snacking or using in dishes.
The nutrition information states 24 g of protein per 100 g; the pack contains 200 g. Contains almonds.
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The product information suggests enjoying these as a snack, using them as an ingredient or topping, or adding them to baking and cooking.
The stated nutrition information gives 21.0 g of protein per 100 g; the pack contains 500 g. Contains almonds.
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This is a roasted, salted variant, so it may not be the right choice if you’re specifically looking for unsalted almonds.
The product information states 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g; the pack contains 500 g. Contains almonds.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.4 g of protein per 25 g handful of unsalted almonds. This is a general figure; for a particular pack, check the nutrition table and consider the serving as part of your overall diet.
No. A general figure for almonds doesn’t prove that a particular pack meets the requirements for that claim. The European Commission states that nutrition claims are only permitted if they are listed in the Annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and meet the applicable requirements.
For opened unsalted almonds, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage guidance recommends six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; after that, their quality may deteriorate. Also follow the instructions on the pack and don’t eat almonds if they’re rancid, tough or mouldy.
Start with the amount you expect to use: divide the total weight of your stock in grams by your chosen serving size in grams to work out the number of servings. Also check the best-before dates on the packs you receive and match your stock to how much you actually use.
Almonds are among the tree nut allergens, so if you have a relevant allergy, check the allergen information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) states that sellers must inform consumers about any allergens present.
