A simple holiday breakfast
You’re looking for unsalted organic nuts with clear ingredients, and deciding between one variety or a mix. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends varying the types of nuts you eat.
Who is this for?
Breakfast at the campsite
You want to take nuts with you and use them over several days. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them well sealed in a cool, dark, dry place.
The right amount of organic nuts
You want to choose a certified option in a pack size that suits how much you’ll use during your holiday. Compare pack sizes for the same type of nut.
What should you look for when choosing?
Organic nut mix
Choose this when: you want several varieties in one pack and all the ingredients are suitable for everyone sharing the meal.
Consider: the mix has a set selection of ingredients and contains several types of nuts.
Separate organic almonds
Choose this when: you want to start with one variety and decide for yourself which other nuts to add.
Consider: you’ll need to choose other varieties separately for more variety; a product listing one type of nut does not rule out possible cross-contamination.
Separate organic walnuts
Choose this when: you want to use walnuts on their own or vary them with other types of nuts.
Consider: you’re choosing one variety rather than a pre-mixed selection; check the allergen information too.
The European Commission states that the EU organic logo may only be used on organically certified products. So check for the logo and its associated control code, as well as the ingredients, packaging and storage location.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
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| Organic certification | Check for the EU organic logo and its associated control code. Terms such as natural, unroasted or Fairtrade are not a substitute for organic certification. | I want to be sure that organic status is a verifiable product attribute. Around 25% of consumers prioritise certification. |
| Ingredients and variety | Read the ingredients list and check whether the product contains one type of nut or several, and whether salt has been added. | I want simple ingredients or, instead, a variety of nuts in my breakfast. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this choice of ingredients. |
| Storage while travelling | Check the instructions on the packaging and consider whether you can store the nuts in a cool, dark, dry place with the pack properly sealed. | I want to take nuts with me and store the pack properly during my holiday. Around 20% of consumers pay particular attention to this. |
| Quantity and use | Choose a pack size to suit how much you expect to use and the storage space available to you. | I want to take an amount that suits how I eat breakfast and that I can use up. Around 15% of consumers look at this first. |
| Allergens | Read both the ingredients and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the packaging. | I want to take everyone sharing the meal into account when checking for allergens. Around 15% of consumers make this their top priority when choosing. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming natural, unroasted or Fairtrade means organic
These labels do not prove that a product is organically certified. Check the organic claim and supporting evidence for each product.
Check the EU organic logo and control code on the packaging before considering a product an organic option.
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Assuming one type of nut is free from other allergens
Even if a product lists almonds or walnuts as ingredients, the packaging may warn that other allergens could also be present.
For everyone sharing the meal, read both the ingredients list and any cross-contamination warnings.
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Stocking up for the whole holiday without suitable storage
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark, dry place and keeping the pack properly sealed.
Choose an amount that suits how much you’ll use and the storage conditions you actually have.
Brands to check product by product
Duyvis
Duyvis lists coated peanuts, tiger nuts, peanuts and mixes among its product ranges.
- The product range includes several types of nut products.
- A brand name or product range does not prove that a specific option is organically certified.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn describes AH Organic Unroasted Almonds as organic, unsalted almonds.
- The product information lists the EU organic logo and control code IT-BIO-009.
- The packaging warns that other nuts and peanuts may be present; organic certification does not guarantee that a product is allergen-free.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists Organic Unroasted Walnuts as a separate organic walnut product.
- The product information lists organic walnuts as an ingredient and gives the control code NL-BIO-01.
- The packaging states that other nuts, peanuts and sesame, among other things, may be present.
Lidl
Lidl describes Alesto as a range of nuts and dried fruit, and also lists Fairtrade cashew nuts.
- The range includes several nut and snack categories.
- Fairtrade is not proof of organic certification; check the label on the specific product.
Aldi
ALDI lists cashew nuts, almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts in its range, in both salted and unsalted varieties.
- The range description distinguishes between salted and unsalted options.
- This distinction alone says nothing about organic certification; check the packaging for each product.
PLUS
PLUS lists organic almonds and an organic nut mix, giving you a choice between one type of nut and several.
- The product information shows the EU organic logo; the mix contains almonds, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, cashew nuts and walnuts.
- The packaging lists possible additional allergens and storage advice; check these details for each product.
Nut products on Joybuy
These products are nut options for breakfast; check each pack to make sure its organic certification meets your requirements.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts 250 g
A good choice if you want to add unsalted peanuts to your breakfast.
The ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product contains peanuts and may contain traces of cashew nuts.
Before buying, check whether the packaging shows the EU organic logo and control code; without this confirmation, the product does not meet your organic selection criteria.
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g'woon Raw, Unsalted Almonds 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for one type of unsalted nut for breakfast.
The listed ingredient is almonds.
Before buying, check whether the packaging shows the EU organic logo and control code; without this confirmation, the product does not meet your organic selection criteria.
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g'woon Raw, Unsalted Nut Mix 200 g
A good choice if you want to combine several types of nuts in one breakfast.
The mix lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashew nuts, and is described as raw and unsalted. The packaging states that traces of peanuts may be present.
Before buying, check whether the packaging shows the EU organic logo and control code; without this confirmation, the product does not meet your organic selection criteria.
Frequently asked questions
Does the control code on organic nuts always have to be NL-BIO-01?
No, the code can vary depending on the control authority or control body. For example, Albert Heijn lists IT-BIO-009 for AH Organic Almonds, while Jumbo lists NL-BIO-01 for its organic walnuts. A different code is not, in itself, a reason to reject a product.
How should you store opened nuts while on holiday?
Keep them well sealed in a cool, dark, dry place and follow the product label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general storage advice does not guarantee how long nuts will keep in a warm tent or car.
What allergen information should you check?
Check both the ingredients and any warnings about possible cross-contamination on the packaging. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that mandatory allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label; tree nuts and peanuts are separate allergen categories.
Are whole organic nuts suitable for young children?
Organic certification does not change the choking risk posed by whole nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns against giving young children whole nuts and peanuts. Consider the form of the food separately from whether it is organic, and follow the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice.
What should you do if the packaging information differs from the product page?
Check the current packaging before using the nuts and follow the information provided with them. In particular, check the ingredients, allergens and storage instructions for the product you bought.