Who are organic nuts on the go for?

Organic snackers on the go

You want to eat organic nuts while shopping or on the move, and are looking for a small amount to take with you. Whether a product is organic and how much you take are two separate choices.

Everyday unsalted snackers

You’re mainly looking for an unsalted snack, and also want to check whether it’s organic. Check the information for the exact variant to confirm both.

Those who portion ahead

You’re happy to measure out an amount at home and don’t want to take a whole supermarket pack as one snack. Jumbo and PLUS organic nut mixes come in 150 g packs.

What should you look for when choosing?

First check the organic label, then choose the amount you want and assess the ingredients, allergens and cost.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important to?
Portion and packaging Check the net weight and whether the pack contains individual portions or is one larger pack. If I only want to take a small amount with me, I look at the weight and packaging. Around 31% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go.
Organic label Check the label on the exact variant. For the EU organic logo, also look for the control code and agricultural origin. If you want to choose organic, check the label separately from other product features. Around 31% of consumers prioritise being able to identify organic products.
Unsalted ingredients Check whether the exact variant is unsalted, and read the ingredients and salt information. If I’m looking for an unsalted snack, I want to be able to confirm this on the variant’s label. Around 23% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product.
Purchase cost Compare products of the same type and organic status by price per kilogram; use the current price and net weight to work out the cost of your portion. If you want to manage the cost of an organic snack, compare products on a like-for-like basis. Around 15% of consumers prioritise purchase cost.

Common mistakes

  • Treating the whole pack as one small snack

    Jumbo and PLUS organic nut mixes each weigh 150 g. That’s not the same as a pre-measured portion.

    Decide how much you want to take with you and weigh it out. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as the amount for one handful in a nutrition table; this is a measurement reference, not a personal guideline.

  • Assuming unsalted or unroasted means organic

    Unsalted and unroasted describe different product features from organic production.

    Check the organic label separately from the ingredients and salt information. The European Commission explains the requirements and accompanying information for the EU organic logo.

  • Assuming organic means allergen-free

    Organic status doesn’t tell you which allergens are present in a product.

    Read the allergen information on the packaging of the exact variant, even if you’ve bought the product before. The NVWA stresses that allergens must be clearly stated on the label.

Brands to consider as a starting point

Albert Heijn

AH Organic Unroasted Mixed Nuts is a specific organic nut mix to consider if you’re looking for a product as part of your regular shop.

  • The product name states that it’s both organic and unroasted.
  • Unroasted doesn’t in itself tell you anything about salt or individually portioned packaging.

Jumbo

Jumbo Organic Unroasted Mixed Nuts 150 g is a good starting point if you want to measure out a small amount yourself.

  • Jumbo states a net weight of 150 g and that the salt content comes from naturally occurring sodium.
  • The pack isn’t the same as an individually packaged portion.

PLUS

PLUS Organic Mixed Nuts, 150 g Tub is an organic nut mix sold in a tub.

  • The product name specifies the tub and its net weight of 150 g.
  • A tub doesn’t prove that the contents are made up of individual portion sachets.

Lidl

The Dutch product page for organic cashew nuts is worth considering if you’d rather choose one type of nut than a mix.

  • The product page identifies the cashew nuts as organic.
  • The organic label doesn’t in itself tell you anything about portion size, salt content or allergens.

Duyvis

Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g is worth considering if you want to assess whether a product is unsalted separately from its organic status.

  • Duyvis lists peanuts and sunflower oil in the ingredients information.
  • The product information mentions possible traces of various nuts; this variant is not proof of organic certification.

Joybuy product selection

This Joybuy selection is an organic nut bar for on the go, not an individual portion of unroasted mixed nuts.

Zonnatura organic nut bar with cashew and cranberry, 3 bars

Zonnatura organic nut bar with cashew and cranberry, 3 bars

The product name describes this as an organic snack bar with cashew and cranberry, made to take with you.

The variant is listed as 3 pieces. The product information lists nuts, almond, cashew and peanut; sesame may also be present. Check the allergen information on the packaging.

Joybuy

Frequently asked questions

Does every organic nut product need to carry the EU organic logo?

According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is mandatory for pre-packaged food produced in the EU and sold as organic. The control code and agricultural origin must also be stated. This rule doesn’t automatically apply to every other type of packaging or import situation.

Are organic nuts suitable if I have a nut or peanut allergy?

Organic status isn’t an allergen declaration. Read the allergen information for the exact product; the NVWA stresses that allergens must be clearly stated on the label. The product information for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts lists peanuts and possible traces of various nuts.

How can I divide a 150 g pack of mixed nuts into several portions to take with me?

Weigh out the amount you want to take with you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as the amount for one handful in a nutrition table; mathematically, 150 g is equivalent to six 25 g portions. These are not portions individually packed by the manufacturer, and this isn’t personal dietary advice.

How should I store the rest if I portion it myself?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your exact product. For its 200 g Unroasted Unsalted Mixed Nuts, PLUS says ‘store in a dry, dark place’; this instruction doesn’t automatically apply to other variants.