If organic production is your priority, check for the organic label and the information that goes with it; unroasted and unsalted are separate characteristics. Also choose packaging that suits how much you use, and take a separate portion with you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion of nuts just before exercise.
You’re looking for almonds for breakfast or your gym bag, and want to be able to identify organic production. The European Commission describes the EU organic logo as a label for certified organic products; check the information on the packaging too.
You want to enjoy almonds at breakfast or as a snack without choosing a salted variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts; organic production is a separate choice.
You want to decide in advance how much to put in your gym bag and store the rest properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry, airtight container; also check the net weight and packaging seal.
Organic certification, an unsalted composition and the way the almonds are prepared are different characteristics. The European Commission says the EU organic logo is intended for certified organic products; check the label for the inspection code and indication of agricultural origin too.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic certification | Check the EU organic logo, inspection code and indication of agricultural origin on the label. | I want to check that the organic label matches what I’m looking for. Around 36% of consumers prioritise verifiable organic production. |
| Unsalted composition | Read the ingredients and salt information; check organic certification separately. | If I want almonds for breakfast and snacks, I check the salt information first. Around 29% of consumers make an unsalted composition their main priority. |
| Portions and storage | Compare the net weight and seal. Store your supply in a dry, airtight container, preferably somewhere cool, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. | I want to take a measured portion with me and store the rest properly at home. This is the main priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| When to eat them around exercise | Consider the portion size and when you eat the almonds. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion just before exercise. | Around a workout, I mainly want to think about how much I eat and when. Around 14% of consumers make the timing around exercise their main priority. |
Organic refers to the way a product is produced; unroasted and unsalted describe other product characteristics.
Check the organic label, preparation method and salt information separately.
The seal and total pack size don’t determine how much you take with you at one time. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry, airtight container.
Decide in advance how much to take with you, and seal the remaining supply properly after use.
Buying more than you can use in time can lead to a loss of quality and waste.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion of nuts just before exercise, as they can stay in your stomach for a long time.
Time your snack around your workout and avoid eating a large amount just beforehand.
Albert Heijn lists AH Organic Unroasted Almonds as an organic, unroasted option.
Jumbo offers Organic Unroasted Almonds in a 175 g pack.
PLUS lists Organic Almonds in a 150 g pack.
Duyvis describes its Unsalted Almonds as unsalted almonds for breakfast and snacks, among other uses.
Lidl has a product listing for Unsalted Almonds.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S almonds in roasted salted and smoked flavour varieties.
These Joybuy products are almond options for breakfast and snacks. Check the packaging to see whether organic certification is a requirement for you.
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Suitable if you want to enjoy almonds as a snack or with yoghurt and cereal.
Pack size: 160 g. The product description lists almond kernels as the only ingredient and says they’re ready to eat. Reseal after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
Contains almonds; not suitable if you have a known almond allergy.
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Suitable if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds to enjoy as a snack.
Pack size: 200 g. The product title specifies raw, unsalted almonds; the product description lists almonds as the ingredient. Seal the pack tightly after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
Contains almonds; not suitable if you have a known almond allergy.
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Suitable if you want to eat almonds as they are or add them to yoghurt and salads, for example.
Pack size: 500 g. The product description states that it contains 100% almonds and no added salt. Reseal after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
Contains almonds; not suitable if you have a known almond allergy.
Check the organic label on the packaging. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo may only be used for certified organic products; check the inspection code and indication of agricultural origin too. Under the applicable rules, the logo is required on prepacked organic food produced and sold in the EU.
Think about when you eat them and the portion size. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion of nuts just before exercise, as they can stay in your stomach for a long time; choosing an organic variety doesn’t change this.
Store your supply in a sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool, as recommended by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. Take a separate portion with you and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
No. An organic label doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free. Almonds are an allergen in their own right; if you have allergies, also check the ingredients and any warnings on the current packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) requires relevant allergens to be clearly stated on the label.
Compare the warning with the exact product and batch details on your packaging. A notice may apply to a specific batch and doesn’t automatically mean that all almonds from the same brand or shop are affected; the NVWA publishes food safety warnings.
