Organic comes first
You want to be able to check the organic information, rather than relying on green packaging or a general claim. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole explain the organic labels and control information to look for.
Who is this relevant to?
Mindful TV snacking
You’re looking for nuts to enjoy while watching TV, and consider salt, how much you serve yourself and any ingredients that matter to you or anyone else eating them, as well as the organic label. Voedingscentrum provides general information about unsalted nuts; allergen information should be on the label.
For TV time and breakfast
You want to use one pack on different occasions and are choosing between a standard nut mix and a mix with fruit and seeds. Albert Heijn lists these as separate products.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the organic label, then decide whether the ingredients, allergens, occasions you’ll use it for or pack size matter most to you.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic label | Check for the EU organic logo, the code of the control body and the origin statement. According to the European Commission, use of the logo requires, among other things, at least 95% organic ingredients, as well as meeting additional conditions. | I want to be able to check why a product is described as organic. Verifiable organic information is a top priority for around 31% of consumers. |
| Ingredients and portion size | Check the pack to see whether the nuts are unsalted, and look at the nutritional information per 100 g. Decide how much to serve yourself; a pack isn’t automatically one portion. | If I’m mainly looking for unsalted nuts, I want to be able to make that choice separately from the organic certification. Around 25% of consumers put ingredients and portion size at the top of their list. |
| Allergens | Read the current ingredients and allergen information, including any warnings about possible unintended presence. NVWA explains the Dutch rules on allergen labelling and warnings. | If I need to consider a food allergy, whether my own or someone else’s, I want to check the current packaging. Allergen information is the top priority for around 19% of consumers. |
| TV time and breakfast | Check which ingredients are in the mix. A standard nut mix and a mix with fruit and seeds are different product types. | I want to use the same mix for TV snacking and breakfast, so I check the balance of nuts, fruit and seeds. Around 13% of consumers put versatility first. |
| Pack size | Compare the pack size and storage advice with how much you expect to use. Voedingscentrum’s storage guide offers general advice on storing food. | If I want to avoid buying more than I’ll use, I check the net weight and storage advice. A suitable pack size is the top priority for around 12% of consumers. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming organic answers every question about nutrition
An organic label alone doesn’t tell you whether a mix is unsalted, which ingredients it contains or how much you’ll want to serve yourself.
Check the organic information first, then read the ingredients, nutritional information and portion size separately.
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Buying a fruit and seed mix when you only want nuts
The date and nut mix described by Albert Heijn also contains sunflower seeds, dates, figs and pumpkin seeds. Its ingredients are therefore different from those of a standard nut mix.
Check the full ingredients list and choose a mix that suits what you want to eat while watching TV or at breakfast.
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Using an old product code as information about a different pack
Jumbo says that its older Organic Unroasted Unsalted Nut Mix, product code 311660ZK, is no longer available online. A listing for a different nut mix has product code 501935ZK.
Check the product code and the current packaging. Don’t assume that the ingredients or claims in one product listing also apply to another.
Organic nut brands to consider
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn provides details of an organic unroasted nut mix and a separate organic date and nut mix.
- The two product listings make the difference clear between a standard nut mix and a mix with fruit and seeds.
- The ingredients and serving suggestions for the date and nut mix apply only to that product, not to the full range.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists a 150 g Organic Unroasted Nut Mix, as a reference for anyone looking for a smaller pack of a standard nut mix.
- The product listing specifies an unroasted nut mix and a pack size of 150 g.
- The ingredients for the older product code 311660ZK don’t automatically apply to product code 501935ZK.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 150 g pack of organic nut mix.
- The product listing specifies a nut mix and a pack size of 150 g.
- The listing doesn’t support any general claims about flavour, nutritional quality or value for money.
Nut snacks at Joybuy
This Joybuy selection includes nut snacks, including a raw, unsalted nut mix. If you’re looking to buy organic, check the certification, control code and ingredients on the packaging; a product name alone isn’t a substitute for checking.
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Zonnatura Organic Nut Mix Bar, 75 g
A nut bar for anyone looking for a snack at home or on the go.
The listed ingredients include peanuts, almonds, pumpkin seeds and raisins.
Contains peanuts and almonds.
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g’woon Nut Mix Raw & Unsalted, 200 g
A raw, unsalted nut mix for snacking or adding to breakfast, salads and baked goods.
The ingredients list includes hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews; the product may contain traces of peanuts.
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g’woon Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g
Unsalted peanuts for snacking or using in recipes.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashews.
Frequently asked questions
What should I check on the organic certification?
For the EU organic logo, check the control body’s code and the statement showing the origin of the agricultural ingredients. According to the European Commission, use of the logo requires, among other things, at least 95% organic ingredients, as well as meeting additional conditions. Skal Biocontrole explains that businesses need an organic certificate to sell products as organic.
Is a handful of nuts the same as a whole pack?
No. Voedingscentrum’s general nutritional guidance uses a 25 g handful, while packs may have a different net weight. So don’t automatically treat the whole pack as one portion.
Where can I find storage advice for an opened pack?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging and, if needed, consult Voedingscentrum’s storage guide. Don’t assume that the same storage time applies to every nut mix and combination of ingredients.
What are the rules for cross-contamination warnings?
Since 1 January 2026, new rules have applied in the Netherlands on how and when food businesses must warn about allergens that may unintentionally get into food, according to NVWA. This is separate from listing allergens as ingredients. If a food allergy is relevant, check the current packaging.