Regular lunch portioners
You want to buy enough nuts for several lunches at your desk and prepare small portions in advance. So check the pack weight and storage instructions, not just any value claim.
Which pack size is right for you?
Careful ingredient checkers
You’re looking for unsalted nuts and want to know which varieties and added ingredients you’re buying. Check the ingredients for the specific product: unroasted, unsalted and mixed do not mean the same thing.
People buying smaller quantities
You eat nuts less often or want to try a flavour first. A smaller pack may better suit how much you use, even if a larger bag looks appealing based on its price per kilo.
What should you look for when buying?
For a quick lunch at your desk, it’s not just about the weight. Consider the ingredients, how you want to portion the nuts and whether you can store the amount you buy appropriately.
| Concern | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
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| Value for the amount you use | Compare the current price per kilo of products with similar ingredients. | If I’m stocking up for regular lunches, I want to know what I’m paying per kilo and how much I’ll actually use. Around 31% of consumers focus mainly on the cost of stocking up. |
| Unsalted nuts and suitable ingredients | Read the ingredients for the exact product and assess whether it is unroasted and unsalted separately. | If I’m deliberately choosing unsalted nuts, I also want to know which nuts and added ingredients they contain. Around 25% of consumers give the highest priority to their choice of ingredients. |
| Quick portioning | Decide whether you want to weigh out individual portions or take separate bags with you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts. | If I want to get my lunch ready quickly, it helps to be able to take a portion with me in advance. Around 19% of consumers prioritise the convenience of portioning. |
| Storing your supply | Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal opened packs carefully. | If I eat nuts less often, I don’t want to open more than I can use. Around 13% of consumers focus mainly on stocking up and storage. |
| Allergens and sharing | If you have a relevant allergy, check both the ingredients and the precautionary warning on the current pack. | If avoiding allergens is a priority for me or someone I share lunch with, I check the label before buying. Around 12% of consumers say allergens are their main buying concern. |
Common mistakes
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Taking the word ‘value’ as proof of a saving
A larger pack or a name suggesting good value doesn’t, by itself, tell you what you’re paying per kilo. Nor are nut mixes automatically comparable if their ingredients differ.
Compare the current price per kilo of products with similar ingredients and choose an amount you’ll actually use.
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Treating the whole bag as one lunch portion
The 235 g and 500 g packs reviewed are bulk packs, not individual portions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of unsalted nuts.
Weigh out how much you want to take with you in advance and keep the rest for later.
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Confusing unsalted with allergen-free
‘Unsalted’ describes the salt variant, not the absence of allergens. The products reviewed contain nuts or peanuts, and some warn that they may contain traces of other nuts.
If you have a relevant allergy, read both the ingredients and the precautionary warning on the current pack.
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Leaving a large pack open
For mixed unsalted nuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancidity, a chewy texture and mould as signs to watch for. The storage advice for the PLUS mix reviewed is to keep it in a cool, dry place away from light.
Follow the label and seal the pack or a storage container carefully.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
Duyvis lists unsalted peanuts in a 235 g pack, making it an option if you’re looking for one type of nut and a smaller quantity.
- The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil.
- Duyvis warns that the product may contain traces of various nuts. A smaller pack doesn’t automatically offer better value per kilo.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists a 500 g unsalted nut mix, as well as smaller packs in its range.
- The different pack sizes give you options to suit how much you use.
- Check the pack for the latest product information; details for this mix won’t necessarily apply to other AH nut mixes.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 500 g unroasted nut mix as a value pack.
- The weight and unroasted preparation are stated in the product name.
- The value-pack name doesn’t prove that the price per kilo is lower. Unroasted doesn’t automatically mean unsalted, so check the ingredients and salt variant.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted cashews for anyone looking for a specific type of nut.
- The type of product and unsalted variant are clearly stated.
- Cashews are a different choice from a mixed nut selection; compare the product information that matters for your needs.
Aldi
Under its TRADER JOE'S product line, ALDI describes an unsalted nut mix containing almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
- The named varieties give you a clear idea of what’s in the mix.
- The ingredients differ from other mixes reviewed, and the product information doesn’t provide a general price comparison with other shops.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 500 g stand-up pouch of unroasted, unsalted mixed nuts.
- PLUS lists 30% walnuts, 30% brown hazelnuts, 20% almonds and 20% cashews. The storage advice is to keep the product in a cool, dry place away from light.
- A stand-up pouch isn’t automatically resealable. Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the pack.
Products at Joybuy
These options range from bulk packs of nuts to individually wrapped portions and a snack selection. Check the ingredients of each product to make sure they suit your preferences.
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g'woon unroasted, unsalted mixed nuts 500 g
Suited to anyone who eats nuts regularly or wants to share a supply.
Pack size: 500 g. The mix is unroasted and unsalted, and contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. May contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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J.ZAO S++ Grade peeled chestnuts 1 kg, 10 bags
Suited to anyone who wants to take an individually packed portion of chestnuts with them instead of a nut mix.
The pack contains 1 kg divided into 10 bags of 100 g. The chestnuts are described as peeled and ready to eat; the ingredients list says 100% chestnuts.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix 750 g, 30 bags
Suited to anyone who wants to take individual portions of nuts and dried fruit with them.
The pack contains 30 bags of 25 g. The ingredients include walnuts, almonds, cashews, hazelnuts and fruit. The cranberries contain sugar.
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White Peanuts 1 kg
Suited to anyone looking for peanuts in a larger pack.
The product name lists peanuts and a pack weight of 1 kg. Check the product information if the salt variant or ingredients matter to your choice.
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Selection of nuts and dried fruit, 5 products, 1.073 kg
Suited to anyone who wants to share several types of snack rather than buy a single nut mix.
The selection contains five products and weighs 1.073 kg in total. Refrigerate after opening and consume within one day; also follow the instructions on the individual product packs.
Frequently asked questions
How many lunch portions can I get from a 500 g bag?
If you choose a 25 g portion, that’s 20 portions: 500 divided by 25 is 20, with nothing left over. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful; this calculation is not individual dietary advice.
How should I store an opened value pack?
Always follow the product label first. For the mix reviewed, PLUS advises keeping it in a cool, dry place away from light. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general advice for mixed unsalted nuts is six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; this isn’t a guarantee for every product. Seal the pack well and look out for rancidity, a chewy texture and mould.
Does unroasted mean the same as unsalted?
No. Unroasted and unsalted describe different product characteristics. The PLUS mix reviewed lists both separately, so check the salt variant and ingredients even if ‘unroasted’ appears on the front of the pack.
What allergen information must be provided in the Netherlands?
Allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) lists nuts and peanuts separately as allergens that must be declared by law. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has overseen new rules for warnings about allergens that accidentally enter food. These requirements for food businesses don’t prove that a product is suitable for every consumer with an allergy.
What can I do if the nuts I receive are damaged or faulty?
Contact the seller and ask for an appropriate solution. According to the Netherlands Authority for Consumers & Markets, the legal guarantee also applies to consumer products that don’t meet what you could reasonably expect with normal use. This is different from changing your mind about a purchase or a loss of quality caused by incorrect storage.