Choose individually wrapped sachets if you want to grab something to take with you after exercise without weighing it out; a larger bag is better if you want to make up your own portions. Duyvis lists a multipack of 4 × 30 g, but Jumbo says this product is no longer in its online range, so the manufacturer's listing does not prove it is currently available to order. Compare the amount in each sachet and the nutritional information for the portion you actually eat; a snack alone cannot tell you whether your overall diet meets your needs.
You want to pop sachets in your gym bag or lunchbox without weighing out the nuts yourself. Check the number of individual sachets and the weight of each one; Duyvis lists a multipack of Unsalted Nutmix Walnut at 4 × 30 g.
You want to make several portions from one larger pack. Check the total weight, nutritional information and closure. Albert Heijn lists 20 portions of 25 g for its unsalted nut mix, but that does not mean the bag contains 20 individually wrapped portions.
You want to know what you get from the portion you actually eat, rather than relying on a product's sporty image. Compare the nutritional values per portion and consider them as part of your overall diet; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of your overall diet.
Ideal if: you want to take or share a portion without weighing it out first.
Bear in mind: the fixed amount in each sachet and whether it is currently available to order; Jumbo says the Duyvis multipack mentioned is no longer in its online range.
Ideal if: you want to weigh out portions at home for different occasions or people.
Bear in mind: you will need to portion it yourself and seal the opened pack properly; a stated number of portions does not mean they are individually wrapped.
Ideal if: you want to weigh out your own portions but would rather start with a smaller pack.
Bear in mind: resealable does not mean individually wrapped; you will still need to portion it yourself for lunchboxes.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Individual grab-and-go sachets | Check the number of individual sachets and the weight of each one. Duyvis lists 4 × 30 g; Jumbo says this multipack is no longer in its online range. | If you want to put something straight in your bag after exercise, individual sachets matter more than the total weight alone. Around 42% of consumers prioritise individual sachets. |
| Portioning it yourself | Check the total weight, stated portion size and closure. Albert Heijn lists 20 portions of 25 g in 500 g; ALDI lists a 200 g resealable bag. | If you want to make up different amounts for lunchboxes or several snack breaks, the amount in each bag and whether it can be resealed are relevant. Around 25% of consumers prioritise flexible portioning. |
| Nutritional value per portion | Compare the values with the amount you actually eat. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of protein per 100 g; for the stated 25 g portion, that works out at 5 g. | If you want your snack to fit into your overall diet after training, look at the portion you eat, not just the value per 100 g. Around 33% of consumers prioritise this nutritional consideration. |
A pack labelled as containing several portions may still be one large bag. Albert Heijn lists 20 portions of 25 g in a 500 g bag; Duyvis, by contrast, lists a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
Look for an explicit statement that the pack contains individual sachets and check how many grams are in each one if you want to take them with you.
Weighing portions yourself takes preparation time and may mean you need a suitable storage container.
The nutritional value per 100 g is not automatically the amount in a sachet or portion. Albert Heijn lists 20 g of protein per 100 g; for the stated 25 g portion, that works out at 5 g.
Work out the nutritional value for the amount you actually eat. Don't automatically treat the snack as a complete post-exercise meal; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre highlights the importance of your overall diet.
Duyvis describes borrelnootjes as peanuts with a crunchy batter coating. This is a different type of product from the unsalted walnut mix.
Compare the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact product, rather than relying on the brand name or the word ‘nuts’.
The ingredients and allergen information apply to the exact product. According to the European Union's guidance, allergens present must be emphasised in the ingredients list; in the Netherlands, the NVWA oversees labelling.
Keep the original packaging to hand and check the ingredients and any warnings relevant to the recipient before sharing.
Duyvis lists Unsalted Nutmix Walnut in 40 g and 125 g packs, as well as in a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
AH Unsalted Nut Mix comes in a 500 g bag, with 20 portions of 25 g stated on the pack.
Jumbo lists its own 200 g unsalted nut mix and has a product page for Duyvis Unsalted Noten Nutmix Walnut 4 × 30 g.
Lidl sells nuts and cashews, among other products, under its Alesto brand.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Unroasted Nut Mix in a 200 g resealable pack, containing hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds.
PLUS lists an unroasted, unsalted nut mix in a 500 g stand-up pouch: 30% walnuts, 30% hazelnuts, 20% almonds and 20% cashews.
This selection at Joybuy includes nuts to crack or weigh out yourself, as well as options in individual packs.
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Ideal if you want to take walnuts as a snack and can crack them open when you're ready to eat them.
The pack contains 128 g of thin-shell walnuts, which the product description says are easy to crack.
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Ideal if you want to weigh out your own portions from one larger bag.
500 g; the description lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The mix may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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Ideal if you want to take portions with you without weighing them out yourself.
The description lists 30 sealed sachets of 25 g and a mix of walnuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts and dried fruit.
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Ideal if you want to take or share individually wrapped nuts.
The product description mentions individual packs and a selection of nuts and seeds. The listed allergens are nuts, wheat, sesame and milk; some flavours also contain sweeteners and liquorice.
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Ideal if you want to portion out a smaller bag yourself.
The description lists peanuts, almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts, among other ingredients. Per 100 g, the product information lists 20.1 g of protein, 7.1 g of fibre and 0 g of salt.
You can't tell from the packaging alone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of your overall diet. Based on the label, a 25 g portion of AH Unsalted Nut Mix provides 5 g of protein; this is a calculation based on the product, not personalised recovery advice.
Store nuts in a cool, dry place in a well-sealed container, and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a well-sealed container in a dry place; AH says to store them in a cool, dry place and close the pack properly after use. PLUS recommends storing them in a dry, dark place. Don't infer a universal shelf life after opening from this information.
According to the European Union's guidance, information about allergens present in prepacked food must be emphasised in the ingredients list. In the Netherlands, the NVWA oversees labelling. If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and any warnings for the exact product; don't rely solely on the ‘unsalted’ label.
No. Albert Heijn's product page warns that young children can choke on nuts. If the lunchbox is for a young child, don't assume whole nuts are a suitable snack. This warning applies to young children, not adult gym-goers.
Pack size alone doesn't tell you that. Compare the current price for the same quantity and consider the pack format separately. PLUS notes that local prices may vary and that the price at the time of delivery applies.
