A single snack break
You want to take a measured amount with you, rather than unknowingly eat a pack containing several servings. Albert Heijn and Duyvis list serving sizes for packs containing more than one serving.
Who is this guide for?
Choosing an unsalted snack
You’re choosing based on the ingredients and salt content of the exact variant. PLUS product information, for example, shows that unsalted variants can differ: one lists only almonds, while another also contains sunflower oil.
Regular train traveller
You want to spread a larger pack across several snack breaks and seal it properly after use. ALDI lists resealable packs; Voedingscentrum advises keeping nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how much you want to take on one journey: weigh it out in advance, or choose a pack you can reseal after use. Then compare the preparation method and ingredients of the exact variant.
| What to consider | What to check before buying | Who this matters to |
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| Serving size | Net weight and serving size on the label | If I want a measured amount for one journey, I’d rather weigh it out in advance than take a whole large bag. For around 36% of consumers, serving size is the deciding purchase priority. |
| Ingredients and salt | Ingredients and salt per 100 g | When ingredients matter more to me than the preparation method, I compare the ingredients of the exact variant. Around 29% of consumers prioritise ingredients and salt content. |
| Sealing and storage | Resealable closure and storage instructions | If I want to snack from one pack at different times, I want to be able to seal the rest properly after use. For around 21% of consumers, sealing and storage are the main purchase priority. |
| Preparation method and flavour | Unroasted or roasted; unsalted or seasoned | If my choice is mainly determined by the preparation method or savoury flavour I’m after, I also read the ingredients list. Around 14% of consumers prioritise flavour. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing the number of servings with the number of individual bags
A serving size describes an amount, not how the pack is divided. Duyvis lists 4–5 servings for a 125 g bag; that doesn’t mean it contains 4–5 separate bags.
Check both the net weight and how the pack is divided. Weigh out the amount you want in advance if you’d like to take one serving with you.
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with ‘unsalted’
Duyvis describes its Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. According to the product information, the variant reviewed does contain salt and flavourings.
Read the preparation description separately from the ingredients list and nutrition table. The manufacturer’s claim about roasting doesn’t replace this information.
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Assuming every unsalted variant contains only almonds
The Jumbo 140 g variant and PLUS 150 g variant reviewed both list sunflower oil. The PLUS 200 g variant lists only almonds.
Choose based on the ingredients of the exact variant, not just the brand name or the word ‘unsalted’.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
Worth considering if you’re looking for oven-roasted almonds with a savoury flavour. Albert Heijn lists a 125 g pack.
- According to Duyvis, Almonds Original are oven-roasted without adding oil or fat.
- The product information also lists salt and flavourings. The average serving size of 30 g doesn’t mean the pack contains individual inner bags.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn’s unsalted almonds provide a clear label example if you want to weigh out your own portion.
- The product page lists 190 g and a serving size of 25 g.
- The whole pack isn’t one serving. The product information says it may contain other nuts and peanuts; check the label if allergens are relevant to you.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s unsalted almonds are an option if you want to take a shop-bought pack with you or divide it up yourself.
- The product page lists 140 g and 99% almonds.
- The ingredients list also includes sunflower oil. The pack weight doesn’t automatically make it one snack serving.
Lidl
Lidl lists a product called Unsalted Almonds, making it a useful option to compare with the other supermarket brands mentioned.
- The product title indicates that these are unsalted almonds.
- Check the exact variant for net weight, ingredients and closure before deciding how much to take with you.
ALDI
According to ALDI’s descriptions, Trader Joe’s offers unroasted and roasted unsalted almonds.
- Both variants described are 200 g and come in resealable packs.
- These are larger packs, not measured single servings. Here, roasted doesn’t automatically mean salted.
PLUS
PLUS product information highlights differences between specific unsalted almond variants.
- The 200 g unroasted, unsalted variant lists only almonds.
- The 150 g unsalted variant lists 98% almonds and sunflower oil. Compare the exact pack.
Almonds at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are packs of almonds to weigh out yourself or take with you; the variants differ in preparation method and pack weight.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
Suitable if you want to plan several snack breaks from the same pack.
The product name lists almond kernels and 160 g.
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g'woon Raw and Unsalted Almonds 200 g
Suitable if you want to weigh out the amount you need for one journey.
The product name lists raw, unsalted almonds and 200 g.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds 500 g
Suitable if you want to weigh out portions from a larger pack.
The product name lists Natural Almonds and 500 g.
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g'woon Roasted and Salted Almonds 150 g
Suitable if you’re specifically looking for roasted, salted almonds.
The product name lists 150 g. The product information warns of a choking hazard for young children and lists tree nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Does the number of servings mean there are individual bags inside the pack?
No, the number of servings on its own tells you nothing about how the pack is divided. Albert Heijn lists 25 g per serving for 190 g of almonds; Duyvis lists 4–5 servings for a 125 g pack. Check the packaging if you’re looking for individual inner bags.
Is 25 g the required snack portion for everyone?
No, 25 g isn’t a required serving size for everyone. Albert Heijn lists it as a label serving, and Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a handful in a nutrition example. Decide for yourself how much you want to take and check the label of your chosen variant.
How should I store the rest of the almonds?
Store nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place, as Voedingscentrum advises. Also follow the instructions on your chosen pack: PLUS, for example, advises storing its unroasted variant in a cool, dark place. Reseal a resealable pack properly after use.
What should I look for if allergens are relevant?
Read the ingredients list and warnings on the exact pack. The NVWA requires allergens to be clearly listed; the word ‘unsalted’ tells you nothing about the possible presence of other allergens. The Duyvis variant reviewed, for example, states that it may contain peanuts and wheat.
Are whole almonds automatically suitable for sharing with young children?
No, don’t assume that. The Albert Heijn and PLUS product pages reviewed warn that young children can choke on nuts. So don’t automatically treat a pack intended for adults as a suitable snack for children.
What does NS say about snack waste?
NS asks passengers to put their rubbish in the bin. This is a house rule set by the train operator.