If you want a product with less fat, choose only a variant whose claim is substantiated for the exact pack: unsalted or made without added oil does not automatically mean lower in fat. If your main aim is to consume less energy during your TV evening, weigh out a portion beforehand and compare the nutritional values per 100 g and for the same portion size.
For you, a demonstrably lower fat content matters more than words such as unsalted or oven-roasted. Check the claim and the exact product variant; a description of how it is prepared does not in itself prove that it contains less fat. The European Union and the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority emphasise that nutrition claims must not be misleading.
You’re looking for a measured snack portion to enjoy on the sofa. In that case, the energy in the portion you actually eat is more relevant than an assumption about a low-fat recipe. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 158 kcal for 25 g of ordinary unsalted almonds as a general nutritional reference.
You want to choose between plain unsalted almonds and a savoury seasoned variety, while keeping an eye on added salt and oil. The ingredients and preparation method can help you choose, but they do not prove that the product contains less fat.
First decide whether you want less fat per 100 g or simply want to limit the amount you eat at each snack occasion; these involve different choices.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Less fat in the product | Check the claim for the exact variant and the basis for comparison. For the specific claim ‘low fat’, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for solid foods. | If I genuinely want almonds with a lower fat content, I look at the claim rather than just how they are prepared. Around 36% of consumers make reducing fat in a product their top priority. |
| Energy per snack occasion | Compare kcal per 100 g, then weigh out the same portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kcal for 25 g of ordinary unsalted almonds as a general reference. | If my main aim while watching TV is to limit how much I eat, I weigh out my portion beforehand. Around 29% of consumers prioritise energy per snack occasion. |
| Flavour and added ingredients | Check the ingredients list for oil and seasonings, and check salt separately from fat. Unsalted does not automatically mean that no oil has been used. | If roasted or savoury flavour is my priority, I check separately how much salt and oil the variant contains. Around 21% of consumers focus mainly on flavour and added ingredients. |
| Packaging and use | Compare the net weight and check whether the pack can be resealed securely after use. A larger bag will not limit your portion by itself. | If I want to enjoy the almonds over several evenings, I look for a suitable quantity and packaging that I can seal securely. Around 14% of consumers prioritise convenience and packaging. |
A manufacturer may describe the preparation method as using no added oil or fat, even though the product itself still contains fat. The AH product page for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Assess the nutrition claim and nutrition table separately from the description of how the product is prepared. Check both for the exact variant.
Unsalted refers to salt, not the total fat content or the oil used. Jumbo Unsalted Almonds lists almonds and sunflower oil as ingredients.
Check salt, oil and total fat as separate details on the packaging.
A smaller portion may contain less energy, even if the almonds have the same composition per 100 g. The AH product page for AH Unsalted Almonds uses a 25 g portion; the page for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds gives a portion of 30 g.
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then work them out for the same amount you intend to eat.
Different pack sizes can be less practical if you’re dividing the contents between several snack occasions. ALDI describes the pack for TRADER JOE'S unroasted almonds as resealable; Albert Heijn recommends sealing the pack securely after use.
Choose an amount that suits how you use them and follow the storage advice on the packaging.
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. This description is not proof that the product contains less fat.
AH Unsalted Almonds is a researched own-brand variant with almonds as its ingredient.
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds is an unsalted roasted variant.
Lidl includes almonds in its Alesto nut range, which is intended for uses such as snacking and toppings.
ALDI sells, among other products, unroasted almonds from TRADER JOE'S.
PLUS Unroasted and Unsalted Almonds is a researched own-brand variant.
This Joybuy pick suits anyone looking for plain, unsalted almonds to weigh out beforehand; the product information does not present them as reduced fat.
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These raw, unsalted almonds are a good choice if you want plain almonds to weigh out beforehand.
Ingredients: 100% almonds. Fat: 50 g per 100 g.
No. For the specific claim ‘low fat’, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for solid foods. Reduced fat refers to a reduction compared with a similar product; a smaller portion does not change the fat content per 100 g.
First compare the nutritional value per 100 g, then work it out for the same weighed amount. The AH product page for AH Unsalted Almonds gives a portion of 25 g; the page for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds gives a portion of 30 g.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. For AH Unsalted Almonds, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place, and sealing the pack securely after use.
Read the information on the exact packaging before buying and eating the product. The NVWA requires allergens to be clearly identifiable in the ingredients information. Also check any warnings on the packaging: unsalted or reduced fat says nothing about whether the product is suitable for someone with an allergy.
Not necessarily. The AH product page for AH Unsalted Almonds warns that young children may choke on nuts. Bear this warning in mind when sharing snacks.
