Snackers who don’t want to prepare ahead
If you want to pick something up while you’re shopping, look for individual sachets and check that the weight suits the amount you want to eat. For example, Duyvis lists a 60 g salted variety.
Who is this guide for?
Everyday unsalted snackers
If you’re looking for nuts to snack on regularly and don’t want a salted variety, check the ingredients on the exact pack. AH and Jumbo each list a specific unsalted nut mix.
Snackers who portion their own
If you want to divide nuts into portions at home for different occasions, compare the pack size and packaging. For its 500 g nut mix, AH lists twenty 25 g portions. These are portions from one pack, not individual sachets.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether you want to take an individual sachet with you straight away or portion the nuts yourself. Then compare the quantity, ingredients and packaging of the exact variety.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Amount for each snack | Check the weight of each sachet and compare it with the amount you want to eat. A stated number of portions doesn’t necessarily mean the pack contains individual sachets. | If I want to pick something up while shopping without weighing it out first, I look for an individual sachet. Around 36% of consumers prioritise convenience when taking snacks with them. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Read the ingredients and salt information for the exact variety; don’t go by the brand name alone. | If you snack regularly and care more about unsalted nuts than a small pack or a distinctive flavour, pay particular attention to the ingredients. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Cost per snack | Compare similar nut mixes on the same weight basis, then work out the cost based on the amount you want to take with you. | If I’m buying nuts for several occasions and don’t mind portioning them myself, I want to be able to compare the cost per snack. Around 21% of consumers prioritise cost. |
| Types of nuts and preparation method | Check which nuts are included and whether the mix is, for example, unroasted. Compare the ingredients of the varieties themselves. | If you’re looking for a particular combination of nuts or a specific preparation method, look beyond the name ‘nut mix’. Around 14% of consumers prioritise the types of nuts or preparation method they want. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming a snack pack is the right amount for one serving
The weight of a pack and the amount you want to eat aren’t necessarily the same. Duyvis lists a 60 g variety; AH states a 25 g serving for its own nut mix.
Decide how much you want to take with you, then check the weight per sachet or whether you can portion it yourself.
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Confusing the number of portions with individual sachets
AH lists twenty portions in one 500 g pack. Foods & Goods describes a Duyvis multipack containing twenty individual 60 g sachets.
If you don’t want to portion the nuts yourself, check that the pack explicitly contains individual sachets.
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Choosing by brand instead of checking the exact mix
Nut mixes can vary in their ingredients and salt content. AH and Jumbo’s product information describes different mixes.
Compare the ingredients, salt information and weight of the exact variety before you choose.
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Buying loose nuts at a market stall without asking about allergen information
Information about allergens present must also be available for loose products. When it comes to nuts, it should be clear which types are included.
Before buying, ask which specific nuts and other allergens are present. Don’t rely on the colour or name of a mix alone. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains the information requirements for unpackaged foods.
Brands and supermarket ranges to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis lists salted peanuts in different pack sizes. The manufacturer also lists a 60 g variety.
- An individually packed option may suit you if you don’t want to weigh anything out in advance.
- The 60 g variety is salted, and that weight won’t necessarily be the amount you want for one snack.
Albert Heijn
AH lists a 500 g unsalted nut mix with a serving size of 25 g.
- The product information gives twenty portions as a guide for portioning the mix yourself.
- Twenty portions aren’t the same as twenty individual sachets. Check the current product information and packaging.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 200 g unsalted nut mix containing peanuts, almonds, cashews, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts.
- The product information lists the types of nuts and their percentages for this specific variety.
- There’s no indication that the pack is portion-sized or resealable.
Lidl
Lidl describes Alesto as its range of nuts and dried fruit.
- Lidl lists Way To Go cashew nuts as a Fairtrade option.
- Check the contents, salt information and packaging of each product; the range description doesn’t specify these product details.
ALDI — Trader Joe’s
For Trader Joe’s Unroasted Nut Mix, ALDI lists a 200 g pack containing hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds.
- ALDI describes this pack as resealable.
- A resealable bag doesn’t mean the nuts are individually portioned, so check how much you want to take yourself.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 500 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted nut mix.
- The pack size may suit you if you want to portion out several servings at home.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t necessarily resealable. PLUS recommends storing the nuts in a cool, dry place away from light.
Nut products at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products shows different ways to take nuts with you: individual portions, a larger bag to portion yourself and a resealable pack. Check the quantity, ingredients and allergen information for each variety.
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g’woon Unsalted Peanuts 250 g
A larger bag so you can decide how much to have for a snack.
The ingredients list states 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product information describes the peanuts as unsalted and recommends keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
Contains peanuts and may contain traces of cashew nuts.
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ChaCha Daily Nuts 115 g, 5 × 23 g
Individual portion packs are a good option if you want pre-measured sachets to take with you.
The pack contains five 23 g portions. The ingredients list includes walnuts, raisins, cranberries, cashews, almonds and hazelnuts.
Contains walnuts, cashews, almonds and hazelnuts.
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g’woon Unroasted Unsalted Nut Mix 500 g
A larger mix to portion out yourself for several snacks.
The product information lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The pack contains 500 g.
Contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews; may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily Nut Mix 750 g, 30 sachets
The individually sealed sachets are handy if you want ready-portioned packs to take with you.
The product information lists thirty 25 g sachets. The ingredients list includes walnuts, raisins, cranberries, blackcurrants, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
Contains walnuts, almonds, cashews and hazelnuts.
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Duyvis Roasted Peanuts 225 g
A resealable bag may suit you if you want to divide the contents between several snacks.
The product information states that the pack is resealable and contains 7–8 portions. According to the product information, the peanuts are salted.
Contains peanuts and may contain nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Is a small bag automatically one serving?
No. The pack weight and the amount you want to eat are two different things. Duyvis lists a 60 g pack, while AH states a 25 g serving for its own nut mix. The 25 g figure is product information for that mix, not a universal personal limit.
How can I take nuts with me without leaving the whole bag open?
Portion out the amount you want to take with you in advance and seal the rest of the pack tightly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. A resealable pack can be handy, but it doesn’t determine how much you take with you.
Does a market stall have to provide allergen information for loose nuts?
Yes. The NVWA says information about allergens present must also be available for unpackaged foods. When it comes to nuts, it should be clear which types are included. The information can be given verbally under certain conditions: it must be available before purchase, and there must be a visible notice at the point of sale telling you that you can ask for it.
If I have a peanut or nut allergy, can I rely on the product name alone?
No. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, including any warnings about cross-contamination. In the NVWA’s information, peanuts and tree nuts are separate allergen categories. A warning or ingredients list doesn’t confirm that a product is suitable for your allergy.
What rules for cross-contamination warnings have applied since 2026?
Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been enforcing new rules for precautionary warnings on prepacked foods. The official wording is ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. These rules apply to food businesses and don’t provide a general guarantee that a product without a warning is suitable for every person with an allergy.