Snacking on the go
You want to have a portion ready before you set off, to eat on the go or between appointments. A resealable multipack bag can be handy, but it does not necessarily contain individual portion packs.
Who are almonds for work and on the go for?
If you’re looking for unsalted almonds
You’re choosing an unsalted variety for regular snacking. Check the exact variety name and the label, as the preparation method and flavour alone don’t tell you whether a product is unsalted.
Buying for the office
You’re buying for several snack breaks or colleagues and want to manage storage and allergen information properly. Providing snacks at work may call for different information than when you’re simply bringing a snack for yourself.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want a single portion to take with you or a supply for several snack breaks. Then consider portion size, flavour variety and the information you’ll need if the almonds are shared.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
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| Easy to take with you | Check the total weight and whether the pack contains individually sealed bags. | If I want to grab a portion while I’m out without taking a large bag with me, I look for individually portioned packs. Around 31% of consumers prioritise portability. |
| Portion size | Compare the weight of each individual pack with the amount you want to take with you. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a guide for a handful of unsalted nuts; this isn’t personalised nutritional advice. | If I want to decide in advance how many almonds to take for one snack break, I check the weight per portion. Around 25% of consumers prioritise portion size. |
| Salt and flavour variety | Read the exact variety name and the ingredients label. Don’t assume a product is unsalted just because it says ‘original’, ‘roasted’ or ‘without added fat’. | If the salt or flavour variety is the deciding factor for me, I check it on the pack. Around 19% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Sharing allergen information | Keep the ingredients and allergen information with the supply, and check what information needs to be provided when serving snacks at work. | If I’m organising snacks for colleagues or catering, I want to keep allergen information available. Around 13% of consumers prioritise providing snacks for others. |
| Storing your supply | Check whether the pack is resealable and follow the storage advice for the variety you’ve chosen. | If I keep a supply for several snack breaks, I check how to seal and store it. Around 12% of consumers prioritise repeated use and managing a supply. |
Common purchasing mistakes
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Assuming a small or resealable bag contains one portion
The weight on the pack is the total weight of the bag. A resealable outer pack doesn’t confirm that it contains individual portion packs.
Check how many individually sealed packs you’ll get. If there’s just one larger bag, portion out what you want to take with you in advance.
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Confusing ‘no added fat’ with ‘unsalted’
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without added oil or fat. That doesn’t automatically mean the variety is unsalted.
Choose based on the exact variety name and check the salt and ingredients information on the label.
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Throwing away the label when filling a communal jar
Almonds are an allergen that must be declared on the pack. The NVWA explains that, for businesses serving unpackaged products, allergen information must be made available in another way.
Keep the label with the office supply. For catering or serving snacks at work, make sure the relevant information is available in the way required for that situation.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
An option if you’re looking for a roasted variety; the listed pack size for Almonds Original is 125 g.
- According to Duyvis, Almonds Original is oven-roasted without added oil or fat.
- This doesn’t mean the variety is unsalted or confirm that it comes in individual portion packs. Albert Heijn also has a separate product listing for Duyvis unsalted almonds.
Albert Heijn
Its product listings include unsalted almonds and other flavour varieties.
- The name AH Amandelen ongezouten (AH Unsalted Almonds) gives you a specific option to search for if that’s the variety you want.
- The product page doesn’t confirm that the almonds come in individual packs for taking with you. Check the label on the pack you receive.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted almonds in a 140 g pack.
- For this variety, Jumbo advises storing the almonds in a cool, dry, dark place.
- 140 g is the total pack weight, not confirmation of a single snack portion.
Lidl
The Alesto listing covers Spanish almonds in several 200 g varieties.
- The stated weight can help you assess the total size of the supply.
- There isn’t enough detail about the varieties to compare their salt content. Check the variety you choose and its current label.
ALDI
The TRADER JOE’S range includes unroasted almonds and roasted flavour varieties in 200 g packs.
- ALDI lists the unroasted variety in a resealable pack.
- Resealable doesn’t mean individually portioned. The roasted varieties are listed as salted or smoke-flavoured.
PLUS
PLUS lists unroasted, unsalted almonds in a 200 g stand-up pouch.
- The product name makes the variety and total pack weight clear.
- A stand-up pouch doesn’t in itself confirm that it can be resealed or contains individual portion packs. Read the pack label before eating.
Almonds at Joybuy
These product picks are aimed at stocking up on almonds for the office, so you can portion them out for different snack breaks.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
The listed resealable pack is suitable for storing a supply for several snack breaks.
The product information lists 160 g and 100% almond kernels; the almonds are ready to eat.
Contains almonds. If serving to others, make sure the relevant allergen information is available.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
This explicitly unsalted variety is a good fit if you’re looking for that feature in a snack supply.
The product name lists Raw & Unsalted and 200 g; the ingredients are listed as almonds only.
Contains almonds. If serving to others, make sure the relevant allergen information is available.
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Anatolia Roasted & Salted Almonds 500 g
This variety is for anyone specifically looking for roasted, salted almonds, not for those who want an unsalted option.
The product information lists a 500 g pack.
Contains almonds. If serving to others, make sure the relevant allergen information is available.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds 500 g
This bulk option may suit you if you want to portion the almonds yourself and are looking for an option with no added salt.
The product information lists 500 g and describes the almonds as natural, with no added salt.
Contains almonds. If serving to others, make sure the relevant allergen information is available.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
The resealable pack is an option if you’re looking for a supply of roasted, salted almonds for several snack breaks.
The product information lists 150 g. The ingredients also include sunflower oil and salt.
Contains almonds. If serving to others, make sure the relevant allergen information is available.
Frequently asked questions
Is 25 g automatically the right daily amount for everyone?
No. Here, 25 g is a guide for an example portion, not personalised nutritional advice. The Voedingscentrum uses this amount as a guide for a handful of unsalted nuts.
How should I store a supply of almonds at work?
Follow the advice on the pack for the variety you’ve bought. For Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g, the advice is to store the almonds in a cool, dry, dark place; don’t automatically apply that advice to other products.
How can I keep allergen information available for shared snacks?
Keep the label with the supply and, when serving snacks at work or catering, make sure the relevant information is available in the way required for that situation. The NVWA says allergen information for unpackaged products must be given to consumers in another way; almonds are among the nuts that must be declared.
What should I do if the packaging differs from the product page?
Check the label on the pack you receive before eating the product. Albert Heijn and PLUS recommend reading the packaging, as product information can change.
Are statements about cross-contamination still based on the old Dutch policy?
No. According to the NVWA, new Dutch rules came into force on 1 January 2026, setting out how and when businesses must warn about possible cross-contamination with allergens. The Ministry of Health, Welfare and Sport’s Regulier Overleg Warenwet confirmed that the policy came into force on that date. Always check the product’s current label.