Everyday afternoon snackers
For anyone looking for a simple snack between meals and wondering whether unsalted nuts suit their preferences. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends varying the types of nuts you eat.
Who is this guide for?
Shoppers who value organic products
For anyone who considers how a product is farmed and wants to check the label. An organic label alone doesn’t tell you whether a product is unsalted or made from nuts only.
Snack and breakfast fans
For anyone looking for a product to enjoy both between meals and with breakfast cereal. A mix with dried fruit and seeds has a different composition from a product containing nuts only.
What should you look for when buying?
The organic label, salt information and ingredients list each answer different questions. The European Commission explains which details must appear on certain prepacked organic foods produced and sold as organic in the EU.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Organic label | Check the organic label. For the specified category of prepacked EU products, it must also show the control body code and the agricultural origin. | If organic production is my deciding factor, I want to check the label on the specific product. Around 31% of consumers put confidence in organic credentials first when shopping. |
| Unsalted snack | Check whether the product is explicitly labelled unsalted, and read the ingredients and allergen information. | For an everyday snack, I want to know whether the nuts are unsalted; an organic label doesn’t answer that question. Around 31% of consumers prioritise an unsalted snack. |
| Type and mix | Check which nuts are included and whether the mix also contains dried fruit or seeds. | If I’m mainly looking for a favourite nut, I want to know whether I’m buying one type or a mix. Around 19% of consumers prioritise flavour and choice of ingredients. |
| Pack size and use | Compare the net weight and price per kilo of products with similar ingredients. Also consider how many occasions you plan to use them for. | If I’m looking for a pack to use for several snacks or breakfasts, I want to compare the contents and ingredients. Around 19% of consumers prioritise practicality and cost. |
Common buying mistakes
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Confusing a sustainability claim with organic certification
A Fairtrade claim and an organic label don’t mean the same thing. Lidl describes certain cashew nuts as Fairtrade; check the organic label on the individual product.
Check the organic label on the packaging rather than relying on a brand story or natural-looking packaging.
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Treating a mix with fruit and seeds as nuts only
According to its product listing, Albert Heijn’s organic date and nut mix also contains sunflower seeds, dates, figs and pumpkin seeds.
Compare the ingredients and net weight if you’re looking for a product containing nuts only.
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Assuming an old product page means you can still order the product
Jumbo says that an older 150 g organic roasted and unsalted nut mix is no longer part of its online range.
Check the current product variant and availability. Don’t rely on an old product code as up-to-date purchasing information.
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Confusing organic with suitable for people with allergies
An organic label doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for people with allergies. Duyvis warns that its products may be subject to cross-contamination.
Read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the current packaging every time you buy, even if you’ve bought the product before. The NVWA says that inspections from 1 January 2026 will check allergen information on prepacked products.
Brands to consider
The product listings below illustrate a range of options; mentioning a brand on this page doesn’t represent its entire range.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists organic unsalted cashew nuts and an organic date and nut mix. These are different options for anyone looking for a single type of nut or a blend to enjoy with breakfast cereal.
- The product listings distinguish between a specific type of nut and a mix with fruit and seeds.
- The date and nut mix also contains ingredients other than nuts.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 150 g organic unroasted nut mix. The product page says that its salt content comes from naturally occurring sodium.
- The listing gives the net weight and information about the salt content.
- According to Jumbo, a separate older product listing is no longer part of its online range; don’t treat it as a current option to order.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 150 g pack of organic nut mix, making it a relevant option if you’re looking for a blend.
- The retailer’s listing gives the product name and pack size.
- On their own, these details say nothing about the flavour or nutritional value compared with other mixes.
Duyvis
Duyvis offers products including borrelnootjes, tijgernootjes, peanuts and mixes for drinks and nibbles.
- The product ranges offer a recognisable alternative to a simple nut snack.
- A drinks-and-nibbles or natural claim isn’t organic certification. Duyvis advises people with allergies to check the packaging and warns of possible cross-contamination.
Lidl
Lidl sells nuts and dried fruit under the Alesto brand, suggesting them as snacks or toppings.
- The brand page describes both snacking and using dried fruit in other ways.
- Fairtrade and organic are different claims; check the label on the specific product.
ALDI
Under the TRADER JOE’S brand, ALDI lists a 200 g nut and fruit mix or nut and raisin mix for enjoying at home or on the go.
- The listing shows that snack ranges also include mixes with fruit.
- Having a separate organic range doesn’t mean every nut mix is organic; check the label on each product.
Joybuy products for snacks and breakfast
This selection includes an unroasted, unsalted nut mix, an organic nut mix bar and muesli with grains, nuts and seeds. The products therefore vary in ingredients and how you can enjoy them. Check each product’s title, ingredients and allergen information.
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g’woon Nut Mix Raw & Unsalted - 200g
Ideal if you’re looking for an unroasted, unsalted nut mix as a snack.
The product information lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashew nuts.
May contain traces of peanuts.
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Zonnatura Organic Nut Mix Bar - 75 g
The product description suggests enjoying it as a snack at home or on the go; this is a bar, not a loose nut mix.
The ingredients list includes 38% peanuts, 16% almonds and 13% pumpkin seeds, alongside raisins and agave syrup.
Contains peanuts and almonds; may contain other nuts and sesame.
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Bio+ B+ Muesli Nuts and Seeds - 450g
A good choice if you’re looking for muesli with grains, nuts and seeds for breakfast or as a snack; this isn’t a nut mix.
The product information lists 3.5% hazelnuts, 3.5% almonds and 1.5% walnuts, alongside cereal flakes and raisins.
The allergen information lists cereals containing gluten, milk, peanuts, soya, hazelnuts, almonds and walnuts.
Frequently asked questions
Which organic labels should you check on packaging in the Netherlands?
According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is mandatory for prepacked foods produced in the EU and sold as organic. The control body code and agricultural origin should also appear alongside the logo. This requirement doesn’t necessarily apply to every imported or unpackaged product.
Does organic mean that no plant protection products have been used?
No. Organic doesn’t automatically mean that no plant protection products have been used. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre describes organic crop protection methods that include natural predators, mechanical control and products of natural origin.
Is an organic nut mix suitable for someone with a nut or peanut allergy?
An organic label alone doesn’t tell you whether a product is suitable for people with allergies. Check the ingredients and warnings on the current packaging; Duyvis also warns of possible cross-contamination. The NVWA says inspections from 1 January 2026 will check allergen information on prepacked products.
Can you enjoy a nut mix at breakfast too?
Yes, if the ingredients suit what you want to add to your breakfast. Albert Heijn suggests using its organic date and nut mix with breakfast cereal. It also contains dried fruit and seeds, so it isn’t the same as a product made from nuts only.