Anyone keeping an eye on fat content
You want to serve almonds with less fat at a garden party and distinguish between the amount per 100 g and the amount per serving. Check claims and label values separately.
Who should consider this choice?
Fans of simple snacks
You’re looking for almonds with few ingredients or no added salt, but don’t want to confuse these qualities with a lower fat content.
Hosts catering for different snack preferences
You’re weighing up plain or savoury options, packaging and storage. Almonds aren’t a suitable snack for guests with an almond allergy.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether you mean less fat per 100 g or per serving. Then check the claim and nutritional values, before choosing based on flavour, ingredients and ease of serving.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Less fat in the product | Read the exact claim and compare the amount of fat per 100 g on a like-for-like basis. The European Commission explains that ‘low-fat’ for solid foods means no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. | If you’re looking for almonds with a lower fat content, don’t rely solely on the preparation method or a claim about salt. Around 32% of consumers prioritise proven fat reduction. |
| Less fat per serving | Weigh the portion and calculate using the nutritional values for the product you’ve chosen: fat per 100 g × portion weight ÷ 100. | If you want to control the amount of fat in what you serve without choosing a different variety, portion size matters. Around 25% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Flavour and added ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check fat and salt separately in the nutrition table. Made without added fat is not the same as low-fat or unsalted. | If you’re looking for a savoury flavour but also keeping an eye on oil or salt, the ingredients and label together give you a better guide than the roasting method alone. Around 19% of consumers start with flavour and added ingredients. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients list and any warnings on the packaging. If a guest has a relevant allergy, check whether the snack is suitable for them. | If you’re expecting guests with allergies, suitability may matter more than flavour or packaging. Around 12% of consumers prioritise allergen suitability. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a net weight that suits the portions you want to serve and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If you want to keep any leftovers, the quantity and packaging that can be sealed securely are practical considerations. Around 12% of consumers start with meal planning and storage. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming unsalted or made without added fat means low-fat
These are different product characteristics. Duyvis describes its oven-roasted almonds as made without added fat, while Albert Heijn’s product listing for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds states 50 g of fat per 100 g.
Check the exact claim and the total amount of fat per 100 g before calling a product low-fat.
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Comparing serving values with values per 100 g
A smaller serving can contain less fat without changing the fat content of the almonds themselves. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 14 g of fat per 25 g serving for unsalted almonds; for a specific purchase, use the product’s label.
Compare products per 100 g, then calculate the nutritional values for the portion you’ve weighed out.
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Assuming a short ingredients list means a product is allergen-free
Almonds are an allergen in their own right. Packaging may also include warnings about other allergens.
Read the current ingredients list and warnings, and if a guest has a relevant allergy, choose a snack that’s suitable for them.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted almonds made without added oil or fat, in a 125 g pack.
- Worth considering if you’re looking for a savoury oven-roasted option.
- Albert Heijn lists 50 g of fat and 1,1 g of salt per 100 g for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds. Roasting without added fat does not prove that a product is low-fat.
Albert Heijn
AH Amandelen ongezouten 190 g is a roasted variety with almonds as its ingredient.
- The product label states 0 g of salt per 100 g and gives a serving size of 25 g.
- The same label states 53 g of fat per 100 g. Unsalted doesn’t mean low-fat; these values apply to this variety.
Jumbo
Jumbo Ongezouten Amandelen 140 g is a roasted almond variety.
- An option if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted almonds.
- The ingredients list states 99% almonds and sunflower oil; the label lists 60,0 g of fat per 100 g. Check the ingredients and fat content separately.
Lidl
Lidl describes an unroasted almond variety in a 200 g pack.
- Unroasted is a preparation characteristic that may suit anyone looking for an unroasted snack.
- Unroasted doesn’t in itself mean a lower fat content. Check the nutritional values and claims on the packaging.
Aldi
ALDI describes Trader Joe’s Ongebrande amandelen 200 g as untreated and packed in a resealable bag.
- The resealable packaging is useful if you want to store any leftover almonds after serving.
- Unroasted or untreated doesn’t prove that a variety is low-fat or has reduced fat. Check the nutritional values and the exact product claim.
PLUS
PLUS Amandelen ongebrand en ongezouten 200 g is an unroasted variety whose ingredients list contains only almonds.
- Worth considering if you’re looking for almonds with no added salt or oil in the ingredients list.
- The product page lists 50 g of fat per 100 g. No added salt and unroasted do not mean low-fat.
Compare Joybuy products
This Joybuy selection consists of standard snack almonds that you can compare by label and serving size. The product listings state 50 to 54 g of fat per 100 g, above the maximum of 3 g per 100 g for a ‘low-fat’ claim on solid foods, as explained by the European Commission.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original almond kernels 160 g
An option if you want to weigh out your own portions and use the nutritional values per 100 g to calculate the amount per serving.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 53,8 g of fat per 100 g. Contains almonds.
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g’woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
Suitable if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds and want to decide on the portion size yourself.
The product information lists 50 g of fat per 100 g and almonds as an ingredient. Store in a cool, dry place. Contains almonds.
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Anatolia roasted salted almonds 500 g
A savoury option if you want to serve roasted, salted almonds; if young children are attending, take note of the warning in the product information.
The product information lists 54 g of fat and 1,0 g of salt per 100 g. Contains almonds and salt.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
Suitable if you’re looking for almonds with no listed additions and want to weigh out the amount yourself.
The product information lists 100% almonds and 50 g of fat per 100 g. Store in a cool, dry place. Contains almonds.
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g’woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
A roasted, salted snack option; check that the flavour and ingredients suit what you want to serve at your garden party.
The product information lists 53 g of fat and 1 g of salt per 100 g, with sunflower oil and salt as ingredients. The pack is resealable. Contains almonds.
Frequently asked questions
When does ‘low-fat’ mean an almond product contains little fat?
For solid foods, ‘low-fat’ means no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g, according to the European Commission. Assess each product on this basis, not by looking at a smaller portion.
How do I compare the amount of fat per serving?
Use the fat value per 100 g for the product you’ve chosen and multiply it by the portion weight in grams, then divide by 100. This shows how portion size changes the amount per serving, not the composition per 100 g.
Are almonds made without added fat automatically low-fat?
No. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted almonds made without added oil or fat, but Albert Heijn lists 50 g of fat per 100 g and 1,1 g of salt per 100 g for Duyvis Oven roasted almonds. Check the nutritional values and salt content for the specific variety.
What should I look for when checking allergens on the packaging?
Read the ingredients list and any warnings. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains that allergens must be listed on the label; almonds aren’t suitable for guests with an almond allergy.
Can I serve whole almonds to young children?
Take care if young children are eating with you: Albert Heijn’s product page warns that children can choke on nuts. Bear this warning in mind when choosing snacks for your guests.