Heading out without any preparation
If you want to take something with you without weighing it first, check the amount in each packet as well as the pack size. Bidfood lists Duyvis packets of 45 g in a box of 20.
Who are these options for?
Taking one portion with you
A stated portion size can help you decide the amount in advance. For the 200 g unsalted nut mix reviewed, Albert Heijn lists eight portions of 25 g.
Taking nuts with you regularly
If you want to keep some for later or prepare several portions at home, check the seal and storage advice for the specific pack. ALDI lists the 200 g Trader Joe’s Unroasted Nut Mix as resealable.
What should you look for when buying?
First decide whether you want to take a packet with you straight away, reseal any leftovers or weigh out a portion at home. Then compare the contents, ingredients and portion size of the exact product variant.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Easy to carry and reseal | Bidfood lists Duyvis packets of 45 g in a box of 20; ALDI explicitly describes the 200 g Trader Joe’s Unroasted Nut Mix pack as resealable. | If I want to take something with me without weighing it, or seal up leftovers, convenience comes first; around 36% of consumers prioritise portability. |
| Packet contents and portion size | Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a reference handful for nutritional values; Albert Heijn lists a 25 g portion for the 200 g mix reviewed. | If I want to prepare a measured amount before setting off, I check the portion size rather than just the packet weight; around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Compare the ingredients and salt information on the exact pack. Jumbo lists 28.9% peanuts in the mix reviewed; AH and PLUS state that their mixes reviewed may contain peanuts. | If I’m looking for unsalted nuts and particular types of nuts, I check the ingredients before choosing; around 21% of consumers prioritise an unsalted mix. |
| Seasoned flavour or plain | Duyvis describes Provencale as peanuts in a crispy coating with onion and garlic flavour. Compare this product description with the ingredients of plain nuts. | If I’d rather take a seasoned, crunchy snack than plain nuts, I check the flavour and ingredients of the variant; around 14% of consumers prioritise a seasoned flavour. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a small packet is one portion
The amount in a packet and the stated portion size aren’t the same. The 45 g packets listed by Bidfood are larger than the 25 g Voedingscentrum uses as a reference handful for nutritional values.
Check the net weight and portion size separately. Weigh out the amount at home if you want to take a specific quantity with you.
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Confusing unsalted with peanut-free
Jumbo lists peanuts as an ingredient in the unsalted mix reviewed. The AH and PLUS mixes reviewed state that they may contain peanuts.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack of the exact variant. If you have a relevant allergy, the word ‘unsalted’ alone isn’t a suitable check.
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Assuming a stand-up pouch is resealable
A stand-up pouch doesn’t necessarily tell you whether you can seal the pack properly again after opening. ALDI explicitly describes the Trader Joe’s mix reviewed as resealable; check the seal on other packs separately.
Look for an explicit statement or check the seal yourself. Store any leftovers according to the advice on the pack.
You may need a separate resealable container for portions you prepare at home.
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Buying a box of small packets for one journey
The 45 g Duyvis packets listed by Bidfood are sold in boxes of 20. That’s a larger supply than a single packet for the journey.
Check the pack size and think about how many packets you actually want to take with you or keep.
Brands as a guide to nuts for on the go
Duyvis
A good option if you’re looking for a seasoned snack to enjoy with drinks in individual packets.
- Bidfood lists 45 g Provencale packets, sold in boxes of 20. Duyvis describes this variant as peanuts in a crispy coating with onion and garlic flavour.
- A 45 g packet isn’t the same as the 25 g reference amount; check the pack size too.
Albert Heijn
The 200 g AH Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed is a multi-portion pack with stated portion sizes.
- Albert Heijn lists eight 25 g portions for this mix.
- This particular mix may contain peanuts. Check the ingredients and warnings on the pack.
Jumbo
The 200 g Jumbo Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed contains peanuts as an ingredient, unlike the AH and PLUS mixes mentioned.
- Jumbo lists 28.9% peanuts in this mix.
- ‘Unsalted’ doesn’t mean a mix is peanut-free. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack.
Lidl
Alesto is Lidl’s range of nuts, dried fruit and party snacks.
- The range includes different types of products; choose the variant that suits what you want to take with you.
- Check the contents, portion size and packaging of the variant you choose.
ALDI
The 200 g Trader Joe’s Unroasted Nut Mix reviewed is worth considering if you’re looking for an explicitly resealable pack.
- ALDI lists hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds, and states that the pack is resealable.
- It’s still a multi-portion pack; check the portion size and ingredients on the label.
PLUS
The 500 g PLUS Unroasted Unsalted Nut Mix reviewed is suitable for preparing portions at home from a larger pack.
- PLUS lists 30% walnuts, 30% hazelnuts, 20% almonds and 20% cashews.
- A 500 g pack isn’t a single snack portion. The product information states that it may contain peanuts and other nuts.
Nut products at Joybuy
These Joybuy products include plain nut mixes, individually wrapped portions and ready-to-eat nut snacks. Check the ingredients and packaging of each variant.
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g'woon Raw and Unsalted Nut Mix 200 g
Suitable if you want to take an unroasted, unsalted nut mix with you.
Contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews; may contain traces of peanuts.
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J.ZAO Hickory Nuts 300 g, Lin'an Small Hickory Kernels
The product description says the hickory nut kernels are individually wrapped as a snack for on the go.
300 g; not fried. The ingredients include hickory nuts, sugar and salt.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix 750 g, 30 sachets
The product description mentions individually sealed sachets for a snack on the go.
30 sachets of 25 g; the mix contains walnuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts and dried fruit. The cranberries contain sugar.
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Be&Cheery Roasted and Salted Pistachios 100 g
According to the product description, the shelled pistachios are ready to eat.
100 g; roasted and salted.
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ChaCha Pecans with Maple Syrup and Lime 70 g
The product description mentions individually wrapped pecans with maple syrup and lime as a snack for on the go.
70 g; according to the product description, the product is 80% pecans.
Frequently asked questions
Is a small packet of nuts automatically one portion?
No. The net weight and portion size are two different things. Bidfood lists Duyvis packets of 45 g; Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a reference handful for nutritional values. For the 200 g mix reviewed, Albert Heijn lists eight portions of 25 g.
Can you choose unsalted nuts if you want to avoid peanuts?
Not on the basis of ‘unsalted’ alone. Jumbo lists peanuts as an ingredient in the mix reviewed; the AH and PLUS mixes reviewed state that they may contain peanuts. The NVWA explains that allergen information for prepacked foods appears on the label. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack.
How should you store an opened packet after your train journey?
Follow the storage advice on the specific pack and seal any leftovers properly. The AH mix reviewed should be stored in a cool, dry place and sealed well after use; PLUS advises storing the mix reviewed in a dry, dark place. Voedingscentrum advises keeping borrel nuts in a cool, dry, dark place and sealing them properly.
Are whole nuts suitable as a snack for small children?
Don’t automatically choose whole nuts as a snack for small children. Albert Heijn warns that small children could choke on the nuts in the mix reviewed. The portion information for adults doesn’t tell you whether they’re suitable for young children.
What if you still have a pack of Trader Joe’s cashews?
Don’t eat the pack if the product and best-before date match the NVWA warning. The warning, issued on 20 May 2026, concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashews with a best-before date of 23-09-2026 and reports possible metal fragments. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other ALDI nuts or other packs.