Organic breakfast shoppers
You want to add organic almonds to your breakfast and look for recognised certification, unsalted ingredients and packaging that suits the way you use them.
Who is this choice for?
Protein-conscious portion planners
You keep track of how much protein your breakfast actually provides and want to take the energy content of your portion into account too.
Regular stock-up shoppers
You eat almonds regularly and want a pack size that suits your consumption and can be stored in a cool, dry, sealed place.
What should you look for in organic almonds?
First decide whether organic certification, nutritional values per serving or how the almonds are prepared matters most to you. Then check the pack for the features that suit your breakfast.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important to? |
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| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, control code and indication of agricultural origin on the packaging. | I want to be able to check that the almonds are organically certified, rather than relying only on wording on the front of the pack. Around 25% of consumers give organic assurance their highest priority. |
| Protein and energy per serving | Compare the protein and energy values of the exact product using the same serving size. | I want to know how much protein my measured breakfast portion provides, while taking its energy content into account too. Around 31% of consumers prioritise this balance between protein and portion size. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Read both the product description and the ingredients list; unsalted does not automatically mean unroasted or oil-free. | I want almonds whose preparation and ingredients suit my breakfast preferences. Around 25% of consumers give these product features their highest priority. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a net weight that suits your needs and store almonds in a cool, dry, well-sealed place. | I want a quantity that suits how much I use and that I can store properly. Around 19% of consumers prioritise packaging and practical use. |
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, 25 grams of unsalted almonds provides an average of 5.4 grams of protein and 158 kcal. These are average values. For a specific purchase, check the label of the exact product and work out the values for the portion you actually use.
How to avoid common buying mistakes
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Assuming organic means more protein
Organic certification and the nutrition table answer different questions.
First check the organic label, then compare the protein and energy values of the exact product.
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Confusing values per 100 grams with your breakfast portion
A 25-gram portion is smaller than 100 grams, and a larger portion also provides more energy.
Compare products using the same serving size and take into account how much you actually measure out.
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Confusing unsalted with unroasted or oil-free
The regular PLUS product reviewed is unsalted, but it is roasted and contains sunflower oil.
Read both the product description and the ingredients list before choosing this product.
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Looking only at pack size
A larger pack will not necessarily suit how much you use; nuts should be stored in a cool, dry, well-sealed place.
Choose a quantity that suits your needs and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Brands and product ranges for reference
Albert Heijn
AH Biologisch Amandelen ongebrand is an organic, unroasted product range sold in a 150-gram pack.
- Albert Heijn lists the EU organic logo and control code IT-BIO-009 for this product.
- Do not use the nutritional values for this product as values for all Albert Heijn almonds.
Jumbo
Jumbo Biologisch Ongebrande Amandelen is an organic, unsalted product range sold in a 175-gram pack.
- Jumbo lists control code NL-BIO-01 for this product range.
- Check the ingredients and nutritional values on the label of the specific pack.
PLUS
Biologisch PLUS Amandelen biologisch is described as unroasted and unsalted, and comes in a 150-gram pack.
- PLUS describes this organic variety as almonds with their skins on.
- The regular PLUS variety is a different product: it is unsalted, roasted and contains sunflower oil.
Duyvis
Duyvis Almonds Original is an oven-roasted variety sold in a 125-gram pack.
- Duyvis says no oil or fat is added to this variety.
- This product description does not prove organic certification or a higher protein content.
Lidl
The Dutch product listing is for almonds in a 200-gram pack.
- The product listing clearly states the net weight of the bag.
- Do not take the pack size as proof of organic certification or a particular protein content.
ALDI
The Dutch product listing for TRADER JOE'S describes almonds in a 200-gram pack.
- ALDI lists roasted and salted almonds or a roasted smoked-flavour variety.
- These savoury varieties are not the same as an unsalted breakfast option; check which product you have on the packaging.
Almond products at Joybuy
These almonds are suitable if you want to measure out your own portion and add them to yoghurt or breakfast cereal, for example. If organic certification is a requirement for your purchase, check for it separately on the packaging.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
A good choice if you want to measure out almonds for yoghurt or breakfast cereal.
The product information lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g, with almond kernels as the sole ingredient.
Contains almonds and is not suitable if you need to avoid them.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
A good choice if you are looking for raw, unsalted almonds to add to your breakfast.
The product information lists 24 g of protein per 100 g; the title says Raw & Unsalted and the ingredients list includes almonds.
Contains almonds and is not suitable if you need to avoid them.
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Anatolia Badem Natural (Almond) 500 gr
A good choice if you want to measure out almonds for yoghurt, for example.
The product information lists 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g, with almonds as the sole ingredient.
Contains almonds and is not suitable if you need to avoid them.
Frequently asked questions
Does every pack of organic food have to display the EU organic logo?
No, not every pack. According to the European Commission, the logo is compulsory for pre-packaged organic food produced in the EU and sold as organic; its use is optional for compliant organic products imported into the EU. Also check the control body code and the indication of agricultural origin.
Are a handful of almonds enough to assess the protein in my breakfast?
No, assess your whole breakfast. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, 25 grams of unsalted almonds provides an average of 5.4 grams of protein and 158 kcal. The rest of your meal and the values on the packaging of the product you choose are also relevant.
How should I store an opened pack of almonds?
Store almonds in a cool, dry, well-sealed place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as an example; also follow the storage instructions on your pack.
Are organic almonds suitable if I have an almond allergy?
No, almonds are not suitable if you need to avoid them. Organic certification does not remove the almond allergen; if you have an allergy, check the ingredients and the information on the packaging.
What should I check when a pack makes a protein claim?
Check that the claim is on the approved European list and meets the relevant conditions. The European Commission explains that nutrition claims are only permitted if they appear on that list; also compare the product's actual nutritional values.