Choose an individual portion pack if you don’t want to weigh nuts out when you’re on the go. Opt for a larger bag if you can measure out a portion at home and seal the rest properly. Compare the weight of each inner pack or the stated serving size, then check the ingredients and allergens: a serving-size statement doesn’t mean the nuts are individually packed.
You work from home but want to be able to grab an individual pack for a short trip out. The number of inner packs and their weight matter more than the total weight of the pack alone. For example, Duyvis describes a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
You want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat during your working day at home and put the rest away. A stated serving size can help you weigh out a portion, but it isn’t the same as an individually packed bag. Albert Heijn lists eight 25 g servings for its 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix.
You choose based on the types of nuts, salt and any added ingredients. If you have a food allergy, the ingredients list and warnings on the packaging are the most important guide. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.
First decide whether you need a ready-packed portion or can weigh one out yourself. Then compare serving size, ingredients and how you’ll store the rest.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Taking individual portions with you | Check the number of inner packs and the weight of each one; don’t just compare the total weight of the multipack. | If you want to take nuts with you on a short trip without any preparation, an individual pack is handy. Around 31% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go. |
| Measuring out a portion | Check the stated serving size and number of servings. A serving-size statement doesn’t mean there are individual packs inside. | If you want to decide in advance how much to eat while working from home, weighing out a portion helps you keep the rest of the pack separate. Around 25% of consumers prioritise controlling portion size. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients for the exact variety and check for salt, oil, fruit, coatings and allergen warnings. | If you’re looking for a particular mix of ingredients or need to take a food allergy into account, check the label on the variety you’re buying. Around 25% of consumers prioritise choosing ingredients that suit their needs. |
| Storing a larger pack | Check the net weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. Only compare packs of the same size. | If you want to split a larger pack across several working days at home, weighing and storing it properly are important factors. Around 19% of consumers prioritise cost and managing their supplies. |
The 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix lists eight 25 g servings. So the total weight of the bag and the serving size are two different things.
Decide how much you want to eat in advance and put that amount in a separate bowl before sitting down at your desk.
Unsalted doesn’t mean that a mix is unroasted or contains no oil. The AH mix reviewed lists sunflower oil.
Read the ingredients list for the exact variety rather than relying on the product name alone.
Product pages from Albert Heijn and Jumbo note that the multipacks mentioned are subject to range availability. So a product example doesn’t tell you whether you can order it now.
Use the packaging information to compare portions, and check that the variety is actually available when you buy it.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, nuts can be susceptible to mould, so it’s important to seal them properly and store them in a dry place.
Fill your snack bowl and seal the rest straight away. Follow the storage instructions on the packaging too.
Duyvis describes its Unsalted Nutmix Walnut in several pack sizes, including a multipack of 4 × 30 g.
The 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix is a larger pack with a stated serving size.
Jumbo’s range includes unsalted nut mix, student mix and mixes with fruit.
The Alesto nut mix reviewed is described as a larger pack of unroasted, unsalted nuts.
ALDI describes its TRADER JOE'S Unroasted Nut Mix as a 200 g larger pack containing hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds.
The PLUS Unroasted Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed comes in a 500 g stand-up pouch and contains four types of nuts.
Joybuy products for nut snacking at home and on the go. Check the packaging, ingredients and any allergen information for each variety.
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A good option if you’re looking for unsalted cashews that you can portion out yourself.
The title describes roasted, unsalted cashews in a 200 g pack. The ingredients list cashew nuts.
Contains cashew nuts; check the packaging if you need to take a nut allergy into account.
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A good option if you want to take walnuts with you in individual packs and don’t mind cracking them yourself.
The product information describes individually wrapped walnuts in their shells. You’ll need to crack them before eating.
Contains walnuts; check the packaging if you need to take a nut allergy into account.
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A good option if you want a snack mix with seeds and chickpeas as well as nuts.
The product information lists sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, pistachios, hazelnuts, almonds and chickpeas, among other ingredients. The mix is described as roasted and salted.
This mix doesn’t contain nuts alone.
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A good option if you’re looking for an unsalted peanut snack and the ingredients suit your needs.
The title describes unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack. The product information lists sunflower oil and says the product may contain cashew nuts.
Contains peanuts; check the allergen information on the packaging.
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A good option if you’re looking for a savoury snack with a crunchy coating rather than a plain nut mix.
The product information lists 49% peanuts and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients include wheat and soya.
The product information warns that it may contain milk, nuts and mustard.
No, the total weight of a bag doesn’t automatically make it one serving. The 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix lists eight 25 g servings; Duyvis also describes a multipack with 30 g inner packs. Check both the net weight and the serving-size information on the packaging.
Seal the larger pack properly and store the nuts in a dry place. Follow the instructions for the specific variety too; PLUS, for example, recommends storing its product in a cool, dry place away from light.
No, these are different characteristics. The AH Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed contains sunflower oil, while the ingredients list for the PLUS Unroasted Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed names four types of nuts. Read the ingredients for the variety you’re buying.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. Check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging for the exact variety; the NVWA lists peanuts and nuts as allergens that must be declared by law.
This type of warning means that an allergen may have accidentally got into the product. Since 1 January 2026, Dutch rules have set out when businesses can use such a warning; the NVWA gives examples including ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. Take the warning into account alongside the ingredients list when making your choice.
