Who is this guide for?

Organic-minded snackers

You want to know that the organic claim on your TV snack is backed by certification, rather than relying on words such as ‘natural’ or ‘pure’.

Fans of unsalted snacks

You’re looking for an unsalted snack and want to distinguish between unroasted nuts and roasted nuts with oil. Preparation method and ingredients are separate considerations from organic certification.

Snack sharers

You’re putting a bowl out for several people and want to consider variety, ease of serving and the allergens listed on the packaging. A mix, a single type of nut and walnuts in their shells each involve different considerations.

What should you look for when choosing?

The European Commission describes the EU organic logo as a mark for certified organic products. Also check the control code and the indication of agricultural origin shown alongside the logo on the packaging.

What to consider What should you look for? Who should consider this?
Verified organic status Check the EU organic logo, control code and indication of agricultural origin on the packaging. If you want to be sure about the organic claim on your TV snack, check the details on the packaging. Around 25% of consumers make organic certification their top priority.
Unsalted and preparation method Read the ingredients and nutritional information. Check separately whether the nuts are unroasted or roasted, and whether oil has been added. If you’re looking for an unsalted snack and want to choose between unroasted and roasted, look beyond the organic certification. Around 25% of consumers prioritise ingredients and preparation method.
Allergens and sharing Check the exact packaging for allergens and warnings about possible traces of other nuts or peanuts. If you’re sharing nuts, you’ll want to take everyone’s allergies into account. Around 19% of consumers make suitability for people with allergies their top priority.
Type of nut and ease of serving Choose between a ready-to-serve mix, roasted cashews or walnuts that you crack yourself. If you want a snack that’s ready to serve or one you can crack yourself, consider the type of nut and what’s involved. Around 19% of consumers prioritise taste and ease of serving.
Quantity and storage Choose a pack that suits how you’ll use it and follow the storage instructions. Don’t compare walnuts in their shells with shelled nuts on the basis of the same pack weight. If you want to keep the pack after your TV night, consider the quantity, shells and how to seal it properly. Around 12% of consumers give pack size and how they use their stock the highest priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming organic means unroasted or oil-free

    Organic cashews may be roasted and contain oil, while a nut mix may be unroasted. The certification doesn’t tell you how the nuts have been prepared.

    Check the preparation method and ingredients separately from the organic claim.

  • Assuming one type of nut is automatically suitable for people with other nut allergies

    A pack of cashews may also carry a warning about possible traces of other nuts or peanuts.

    For everyone you’re sharing with, read the allergen information and precautionary warnings on the exact packaging.

  • Comparing the weight of nuts in their shells with the weight of edible nuts

    For walnuts in their shells, the pack weight doesn’t tell you how many edible nuts are inside. It’s therefore not directly comparable with the weight of shelled nuts.

    Compare packs on a like-for-like basis and don’t use the weight including shells to estimate the edible quantity.

  • Choosing a large pack without a storage routine

    According to the Voedingscentrum, nuts should be stored in a sealed, dry place because they are susceptible to mould.

    Choose an amount that suits your needs, seal the pack after snacking and follow the instructions on the label.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

The AH Biologisch product information reviewed describes an unroasted nut mix and roasted, unsalted cashews.

  • The product pages state that these products contain organic ingredients and display the EU organic logo and NL-BIO-01.
  • The mix and cashews differ in their types of nuts and whether oil is added. This product information doesn’t necessarily apply to the full range.

Jumbo

The organic options reviewed include walnuts in their shells and shelled walnuts.

  • The information for the walnuts in their shells states that they contain organic ingredients and displays NL-BIO-01 and EU agriculture.
  • Walnuts in their shells need cracking first, and their pack weight isn’t directly comparable with the same weight of shelled nuts.

PLUS

The product information for the PLUS nut mix describes an unroasted, unsalted mix containing five types of nuts.

  • The nuts listed are almonds, hazelnuts, Brazil nuts, cashews and walnuts.
  • A product described as ‘organic’ isn’t the same as having certification details listed separately, so check the information on the packaging.

Duyvis

Duyvis describes nut and peanut snacks for snacking and drinks occasions.

  • The product information describes a range of preparation methods.
  • Check the organic claim and any warnings on the individual pack. General range information doesn’t apply to every variant.

Lidl

Lidl presents Alesto as a range of nuts, dried fruit and party snacks.

  • The range information makes it clear that there are products for snacking occasions.
  • A description of the range alone doesn’t tell you whether a specific pack is certified organic.

ALDI

The range information includes cashews, almonds, walnuts and Brazil nuts, among other products, in both salted and unsalted varieties.

  • The types of nuts and salt options listed give you different details to compare on the labels.
  • A description of the range doesn’t confirm that an individual pack is certified organic.

Nut snacks at Joybuy

These Joybuy products are nut snacks for anyone looking for a mix or an unsalted peanut snack. If organic certification is essential to you, check the logo, control code and origin statement on the packaging.

g'woon Nut Mix Raw & Unsalted - 200g

g'woon Nut Mix Raw & Unsalted - 200g

Ideal if you’re looking for a raw, unsalted nut mix to snack on; both qualities are stated in the product title.

The product description lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The product contains nuts and may contain traces of peanuts. Check the allergen information for everyone you’re sharing with.

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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts - 250g

g'woon Unsalted Peanuts - 250g

Ideal if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted peanut snack; the product title states that the peanuts are unsalted.

The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil; the product may contain cashews. If you have an allergy, check the information on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Do organic nuts always have to display the green EU leaf?

The EU organic logo isn’t compulsory on every pack. It is compulsory for pre-packed organic food produced in the EU and sold as organic, but optional for compliant imported products. When the logo is used, it should be accompanied by the control code and an indication of agricultural origin.

How should you store an opened pack of nuts?

Store nuts in a sealed, dry place. The Voedingscentrum recommends keeping nuts somewhere cool; also follow the instructions on the packaging. The AH products reviewed say to store in a cool, dark, dry place and reseal the pack properly after use.

Can young children eat the same whole nuts?

Be aware of the choking risk posed by whole nuts. The AH and Jumbo product information reviewed includes a warning about this, so consider whether the shape and way of serving are suitable for the child.

What do the Dutch rules on allergen warnings mean?

According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, new rules apply from 1 January 2026 to warnings about allergens that may accidentally end up in food. Check both the allergens present and the precautionary warnings on the current packaging. An organic claim doesn’t replace this information.

How do you compare walnuts in their shells with shelled walnuts?

Don’t compare them directly on the basis of the same pack weight: the weight of walnuts in their shells includes the shells, while the weight of shelled walnuts refers to the edible nuts. Also consider the type of nut, preparation method and storage instructions.