Vegan shoppers who want to understand fat claims
You’re looking for a plant-based almond snack and want to tell the difference between low fat, unsalted and made without added oil. Check the vegan claim and nutritional information separately.
Who is this choice relevant to?
Snackers who want to keep an eye on portion size
You want to keep eating regular almonds, but be mindful of how much you have. The nutritional information for the specific pack and weighing your portion are more useful than the product name alone. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 158 kilocalories and 14 g of fat for a typical 25 g handful of unsalted almonds.
Vegan shoppers with a particular taste in mind
You’re choosing between plain, unroasted almonds and savoury snacks. The preparation method, flavourings and ingredients can help you decide; vegan does not automatically mean unsalted or low fat.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
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| Fat content of the product | Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and read the exact claim. ‘Low fat’ means something different from ‘made without added oil’. | If lower fat content is my priority, I compare the figures on the same basis; around 29% of consumers make fat content their top purchasing priority. |
| Vegan suitability | Check the claim and ingredients list for the exact variant. Check allergen information separately. | When I want to be sure about the ingredients in my vegan snack, I check the packaging for each variant; around 24% of consumers give vegan suitability their highest priority. |
| Portion per snack occasion | Use the nutritional information on your own pack and weigh out the amount you want to eat. | If I mainly want less fat or energy per eating occasion, I can weigh my portion without pretending the product’s composition has changed; around 23% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Taste and preparation | Read the preparation description, ingredients and salt content. ‘Unsalted’ does not automatically mean no oil has been added. | When choosing between a plain almond flavour and a savoury option, I also check the ingredients; around 12% of consumers make taste and preparation their top priority. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a quantity that suits how you use the product and follow the storage instructions after opening. | If I want to avoid having leftovers, I check the pack size and how to store the almonds; around 12% of consumers prioritise packaging and avoiding unused stock. |
Common purchasing mistakes
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Assuming unsalted or made without added oil means low fat
These descriptions tell you about salt or preparation, not the total amount of fat. A product with almonds as its only ingredient can still be high in fat.
Compare the fat content per 100 g and consider a nutrition claim separately from the preparation description.
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Confusing vegan with suitable for people with allergies
A vegan claim does not replace allergen information. Almonds are an allergen, and any warnings are relevant too.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, regardless of the vegan claim.
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Assuming a smaller portion means a lighter recipe
A lower weight means less product in your snack, not less fat per 100 g.
First compare nutritional information on the same weight basis, then weigh out your own portion.
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Ignoring pack size and storage
A pack that doesn’t suit how you use the product could leave you with unused stock.
Choose a quantity you expect to use and follow the storage instructions on the pack after opening.
Relevant brands to consider
Duyvis
The Almonds Original and Oven roasted ranges are worth considering if you’re looking for a savoury, oven-roasted almond snack.
- Duyvis describes Almonds Original as made without added oil or fat. This is the manufacturer’s description, not evidence of reduced fat content.
- PLUS lists a vegan claim for Duyvis Oven roasted 125 g. The savoury variant contains salt; check the exact pack and ingredients.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Almonds and AH Terra Unroasted Almonds offer options with a simple ingredients list.
- The product pages list a vegan claim for both specific variants, with almonds as the ingredient. AH Terra is described as unroasted and not fried in oil.
- The product pages list 53 and 52 g of fat per 100 g respectively. So unroasted or unsalted does not mean low fat.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Almonds 140 g is an example of an unsalted variant with added oil.
- The product page lists 99% almonds and sunflower oil.
- Jumbo lists 60 g of fat per 100 g. The ingredients list does not mention any animal ingredients, but that does not confirm vegan certification.
PLUS
PLUS offers separate unroasted and roasted almond variants, so you can compare ingredients and preparation.
- The 200 g unroasted variant lists almonds as the ingredient, carries a vegan claim and contains 50 g of fat per 100 g. The 150 g roasted variant also carries a vegan claim.
- The roasted variant lists 98% almonds and sunflower oil. These differences between specific products do not show that the range as a whole has reduced fat content.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists unsalted almonds in its range.
- This product listing makes Lidl worth including when you’re considering where to shop.
- The listing does not include a vegan claim, nutritional information or any benefit relating to reduced fat. Check the details on the pack.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists almonds in its nut range, both salted and unsalted.
- This range listing makes ALDI a relevant place to look for almonds.
- The range information does not confirm vegan suitability or reduced fat content for a specific product. Check the details on the pack.
Almond products on Joybuy
These product choices are regular almonds for snacking, including plain and salted options. Check the vegan suitability, ingredients and nutritional information on the exact pack; the product information shown does not make these low-fat almonds.
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g'woon Almonds Raw & Unsalted 200 g
Suits anyone looking for raw, unsalted almonds; check the pack itself to make sure the variant meets your vegan preferences.
The product information lists 50 g of fat per 100 g, with almonds as the only ingredient.
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Anatolia Badem Natural almonds 500 g
Suits anyone looking for plain almonds that, according to the product information, are ready to eat; check the pack for vegan claims.
The ingredients are listed as 100% almonds. The nutritional information lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.
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Jia Zhou Yuan Ye Original Almond Kernels 160 g
Suits anyone looking for almonds to snack on or use as a topping; check the pack for vegan suitability.
The product information lists 100% almond kernels and 53.8 g of fat per 100 g.
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Anatolia roasted, salted almonds 500 g
Suits anyone looking for a savoury, roasted almond snack; check the ingredients and vegan information on the exact pack.
The nutritional information lists 54 g of fat and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g.
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g'woon Roasted & Salted Almonds 150 g
Suits anyone looking for roasted almonds with salt; check the pack for the ingredients and vegan suitability.
The product information lists 97% almonds, sunflower oil and salt. It lists 53 g of fat and 1 g of salt per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
Are unsalted almonds automatically low fat?
No. For solid foods, the European Commission defines a ‘low fat’ claim as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. AH Unsalted Almonds list 53 g of fat per 100 g on Albert Heijn’s product page; ‘unsalted’ says nothing about the amount of fat.
Do you need to prepare unroasted almonds before eating them?
According to Albert Heijn’s product description, you can eat AH Terra Unroasted Almonds as they are or use them as a topping. This information applies to this ready-to-eat product, not to all almond ingredients.
How should you store almonds after opening?
Follow the instructions for the specific pack. Albert Heijn advises keeping AH Terra in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack tightly. For Duyvis Oven roasted, PLUS advises storing an opened bag in a light-proof, airtight container.
Does a vegan label mean I can eat the product if I have an allergy?
No. A vegan claim is not an allergen declaration. If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack; the almond products reviewed list almonds as an ingredient.
What warnings about unintended allergens apply in the Netherlands from 1 January 2026?
According to the NVWA, new rules for warnings about unintended allergens apply from 1 January 2026, with wording such as ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’. The NVWA links the transition to the production date; safe existing stock can still be sold. So check the allergen information on the relevant pack.