Who is this guide for?

Evening snackers keeping an eye on portions

You want to keep eating regular nuts, but are particularly mindful of the amount of fat and energy in your own bowl. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general nutritional reference can help you assess a portion; the figures are not brand-specific.

Snackers looking to avoid added cooking fat

You’re looking for roasted peanuts made without adding oil or fat during preparation. Consider this preparation method separately from the total fat content: Duyvis describes how Oven Baked Peanuts Original is made, but does not compare it with a reference product.

Fans of unsalted nuts

You’re mainly looking for an unsalted option in the supermarket range. PLUS also lists an unroasted variety; being unsalted or unroasted does not in itself mean that a product has a lower total fat content.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start with your main priority: the product’s fat content, the amount in your bowl, its ingredients or packaging you can store. Treat claims about preparation and nutritional values as separate product features.

What to consider What to look for Who is this important to?
Total fat Compare the total fat on the same weight basis and check what comparison claim appears on the packaging. If you’re specifically looking for a demonstrably lower total fat content, don’t rely solely on a name describing the preparation method. Around 36% of consumers in this breakdown prioritise reducing fat.
Energy and portion size Weigh your portion and use the nutritional information on the exact pack; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general 25-gram reference is not a brand-specific figure. If you’re mainly keeping an eye on the amount of energy in your evening snack bowl, portion size matters too. Around 29% of consumers prioritise energy and portion size.
Unsalted variety Check the full variety name and the current label; check the allergen information on the exact pack. If you’re specifically looking for unsalted nuts, check for that variety separately from the fat content. Around 21% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product.
Packaging and storage Compare the net weight with how much you’ll use, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. If you’ll be eating the nuts over several snack occasions, choose packaging that you can seal and store properly. Around 14% of consumers prioritise packaging and storage.

The percentages show a scenario-based breakdown of buying priorities, not measured market shares. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a cool, dry place, for example at 10 to 15°C.

Avoiding common buying mistakes

  • Don’t mistake ‘no added cooking fat’ for less total fat

    Duyvis says that Oven Baked Peanuts Original is prepared without added fat or oil. This does not tell you how much total fat the product contains compared with another product.

    Use the preparation information only to assess that particular feature. To compare total fat and energy, check the nutritional information on the exact pack.

  • Don’t treat a whole bag as one snack portion

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general reference portion of 25 grams of unsalted nuts contains 164 kcal and 14.9 grams of fat. This is a reference portion, not an indication that every pack or snack portion is the same size.

    Weigh out an amount into a bowl beforehand, and base your calculations on the nutritional information for your own pack.

  • Don’t choose a large pack without considering storage

    A pack is not the same as a single portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.

    Choose a pack size that suits how you’ll use it, and seal the remaining nuts properly after each snack.

Brands and varieties to consider

Duyvis

Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as roasted without added fat or oil.

  • The manufacturer clearly states how the product is prepared.
  • The preparation claim is not an independent nutritional measurement and does not prove a lower total fat content.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts as an option in its range.

  • The product name makes it easy to identify the unsalted variety.
  • Unsalted does not mean lower total fat; check the current label.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in 200- and 500-gram packs.

  • The pack sizes listed can help you choose an amount that suits how you’ll use them.
  • A larger pack is not a nutritional benefit and does not demonstrate reduced fat.

Lidl

Lidl describes Alesto as a range of nuts and dried fruit, and lists an unsalted cashew nut variety.

  • This variety is worth considering if you’re looking for unsalted cashews.
  • Unsalted does not prove a lower total fat content.

ALDI

ALDI lists Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts in a 170-gram pack.

  • The product information identifies the unsalted variety and pack weight.
  • These product features do not demonstrate reduced fat; check the current packaging.

PLUS

PLUS lists unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts in a 200-gram pack.

  • The product name clearly states that the nuts are both unsalted and unroasted.
  • These features do not prove a lower total fat content; product information may change.

Nut products at Joybuy

These Joybuy products are nuts for an evening snack. The product information gives nutritional values per 100 g for various items; compare the figures on the exact product page and packaging. A product name or preparation method alone does not substantiate a reduced-fat claim.

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160g

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160g

A good choice if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat cashew snack; check the nutritional values per 100 g to assess fat and energy.

Contains cashew nuts.

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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds 500 g

Anatolia Badem Natural (Almonds) 500 g

A good choice if you’re looking for ready-to-eat almonds; compare the nutritional values per 100 g on the exact pack.

Contains almonds.

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g’woon roasted, unsalted cashew nuts 200g

g’woon roasted, unsalted cashew nuts 200g

A good choice if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews. Unsalted does not mean a lower total fat content.

Contains cashew nuts.

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J.ZAO Hickory Nuts 300 g, Lin’an Small Hickory Kernels, Non-Fried

J.ZAO Hickory Nuts 300 g, Lin’an Small Hickory Kernels, Non-Fried

The product information lists individually packed portions; check the product page for nutritional values per 100 g.

Contains hickory nuts.

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Haoxiangni Thin-Shelled Walnuts 500g, 8 packs

Haoxiangni Thin-Shelled Walnuts 500g (8 packs)

A good choice if you’re looking for walnuts in eight packs; bear in mind that you’ll need to crack the shells before eating.

The product information gives nutritional values per 100 g. Contains walnuts.

View at Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Is 25 grams a whole pack of nuts?

No. The 25 grams is a general reference portion used in the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s nutritional guidance. The pack sizes mentioned—170, 200 and 500 grams—contain more than this amount; use the nutritional information on the exact pack for your calculations.

How should I store nuts if I eat them over several evenings?

Store nuts in a sealed container in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool, for example at 10 to 15°C; also follow the storage instructions on your own pack.

What allergen information must appear on packaging in the Netherlands?

According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Peanuts and nuts are listed separately, so check the information on the exact pack if this is relevant to you.

What should I do if the product information is unclear?

Check the current packaging and, if in doubt, ask the relevant retailer’s customer service team for clarification. Product information can change, so base your choice on the details for the variety you’re actually buying.