Who are these options for?

Students comparing seeds and fibre

You’re looking for rye bread that definitely contains seeds and want to compare the stated fibre content. Look beyond the word ‘multigrain’: check the ingredients and nutritional information per 100 g.

Students with limited storage space

You want a pack that fits in your shared kitchen and suits how often you eat at home. Before choosing a larger loaf, compare the pack weight, best-before date and storage advice.

Students who need to check allergens

Before eating the bread, you need to know which grains and other relevant allergens it contains. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, rye naturally contains gluten; always check the latest allergen information on the packaging too.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether rye and a particular type of seed are essential for you. Then compare the nutritional information and choose a pack you can store and use in time.

What to consider What to check when buying Who is this most important for?
Seeds and fibre Look for the seeds you want in the ingredients list and compare fibre per 100 g. Check separately whether rye and, where applicable, wholemeal flour are listed. If I’m mainly looking for bread with linseed or sunflower seeds, I also want to know which grains it contains; for around 36% of consumers, this combination of seeds and fibre content matters most.
Storage while moving Check the best-before date, storage advice and net weight; see whether the packaging says you can freeze it. If I don’t yet eat at home regularly, I want to avoid leaving an opened pack unused. Easy storage and use come first for around 29% of consumers.
Pack size and portions Compare the pack weight and, if stated, the number of portions with how much you expect to use before the best-before date. If I only have lunch at home now and then, I’d rather choose a size I can finish; around 21% of consumers prioritise a suitable pack size and number of portions.
Gluten and other allergens Check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging every time you buy it, including any warnings about other allergens. If I need to avoid certain allergens, the label determines whether I can choose a particular bread; for around 14% of consumers, checking this is the top priority.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming ‘multigrain’ means rye bread

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses ‘multigrain’ to describe bread made with at least three types of grain. The term alone doesn’t tell you how much rye the bread contains or whether it is entirely wholemeal.

    Is rye essential for you? Check the product name and ingredients list rather than relying on the word ‘multigrain’ alone.

  • Judging the bread’s nutritional value by the visible seeds

    Sunflower seeds or linseed tell you which seeds are included, but not how much fibre or salt the whole loaf contains per 100 g. The types of grain used can vary too.

    Compare the ingredients and nutritional information per 100 g. Use the seeds to choose the flavour and texture you want, not as a substitute for checking the label.

  • Buying a pack that doesn’t suit your eating habits

    While you’re moving, you may eat at home less often than expected. A larger pack could then go unused, even if it has a long shelf life when unopened.

    Check the pack size, best-before date and storage advice. Choose a smaller pack, or follow the packaging instructions for storage and, where suitable, freezing.

  • Relying on an online image if you have allergies

    Ingredients and allergen information can change. This is especially important if you need to avoid an allergen: a familiar product name is no substitute for checking the latest packaging.

    Before eating the bread, check the ingredients and allergen information on the pack, even if you’ve bought the same bread before.

Brands and shops to consider

These examples can help you tell seeded rye or wheat-and-rye bread apart from other seeded bread. Always check the label of the variety you choose when you buy it.

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists 375 g Soma Waldkorn rye bread with sunflower seeds and linseed.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists 7,6 g fibre and 1,1 g salt per 100 g, along with the ingredients and allergen information.
  • Albert Heijn warns that product information can change, so check the details on the pack you buy.

Jumbo

According to Jumbo, its 500 g Jumbo Tarwe Roggebrood Mehrkorn contains brown linseed and sunflower seeds.

  • For this variety, Jumbo lists 6,1 g fibre and 1,15 g salt per 100 g, nine portions and a shelf life of more than eight days.
  • The listed ingredients include several gluten-containing grains; according to Jumbo, the product may also contain soya.

PLUS

PLUS lists products including Soma Waldkorn wheat-and-rye bread and Soma Rheinländer rye-and-wheat bread with sunflower seeds.

  • For the Rheinländer variety, PLUS lists 11% sunflower seeds. The Waldkorn variety also includes linseed and sunflower seeds in its ingredients.
  • PLUS states that these Soma varieties may contain hazelnuts. The nutritional information for Waldkorn also differs from that listed by Albert Heijn; check the latest packaging when making your choice.

Dirk

Dirk describes a multigrain hearth-baked loaf containing grains and seeds.

  • This could be an option if you’re mainly looking for seeded bread and rye isn’t essential.
  • The product description doesn’t confirm that this hearth-baked loaf is rye bread. Check the ingredients if you specifically want rye.

ALDI

ALDI describes a pre-sliced luxury multigrain hearth-baked loaf with grains and seeds.

  • The pre-sliced format is handy if you want bread ready to eat for breakfast or lunch.
  • The product description doesn’t confirm that this variety is rye bread. Check the ingredients if rye is important to you.

Lidl

Lidl lists rye bread in wholemeal and Westphalian varieties.

  • These varieties give you a starting point when looking for rye bread in store.
  • If you specifically want seeds, don’t rely on the product name: check the ingredients of the variety you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Is seeded rye bread gluten-free?

No. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, rye naturally contains gluten. If you’re looking for a product for a gluten-free diet, don’t assume it’s suitable because it contains seeds or based on the name of the bread: check the specific product packaging and look for the ‘gluten-free’ label.

How can I tell whether rye bread contains iodised salt?

Check the ingredients list on the bread you’re buying for terms such as ‘iodised salt’ or ‘baker’s salt’. Don’t assume which type of salt has been used just because the bread is sold in the Netherlands.

What should I look out for if I have a nut allergy?

Check the latest ingredients and allergen information on the packaging every time you buy the bread. PLUS states that the Soma Waldkorn and Rheinländer varieties mentioned may contain hazelnuts. Don’t rely on an earlier pack or the product name alone.

How should I store packaged seeded rye bread?

Follow the storage advice and best-before date on the packaging of your bread. PLUS says to store the Soma varieties mentioned in a cool, dry, dark place; check separately whether freezing is recommended for your pack.