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Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce
Snacks, Chips & Dips
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Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce

Blue Diamond
6 oz
Available at Foodtown
170
Calories
6g
Protein
2g
Sugars
115mg
Sodium
3g
Fiber
44
Ingredients

What You Should Know

Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce (6 oz) is a shelf-stable, snack-focused product you’d spot in the grocery store snack aisle among other flavored nuts, trail mixes and party-size chips — often displayed near other premium nut brands and Asian-flavored snack lines. The small 6-ounce canister or resealable pouch is designed for grab-and-go shopping trips and impulse buys at checkout or weekend pantry restocks. This item fits occasions like movie nights, road trips and game-day gatherings when people want a crunchy, savory bite with a bit of heat. Brand positioning leans toward a health-forward snacking image — Blue Diamond highlights the almond as a wholesome source of protein and fiber and uses callouts like “cholesterol free” and grams of protein/fiber on the label — while also marketing bold, adventurous flavors to younger adults and flavor-seeking consumers. The packaging uses bright, modern graphics rather than kid-targeted cartoons; there are no organic or non-GMO badges on the ingredient list, and “natural flavor” and protein/fiber claims create a health halo without organic certification. In plain terms, the product is a flavored, processed almond snack: roasted almonds coated with a wasabi-soy seasoning that contains modified starches, maltodextrin, fractionated coconut/palm kernel oil and flavor enhancers. Sensory notes: a crisp, roasted almond crunch followed by a punchy wasabi sting and savory umami soy-saltiness, with a slightly powdery seasoned coating. Rituals include desk snacking, sharing from the canister at gatherings, or portioning into small bowls for guests. It occupies the middle ground of ‘better-for-you’ nuts and indulgent flavored snacks in American grocery culture.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1 oz
Servings per Container: 6
Calories170
% Daily Value*
Total Fat15g19%
Saturated Fat1g5%
Sodium115mg5%
Total Carbohydrate6g2%
Dietary Fiber3g11%
Total Sugars2g
Added Sugars1g2%
Protein6g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Almonds,, Wasabi, Soy, Sauce, Seasoning, (Sugar,, Modified, Corn, Starch,, Salt,, Soy, Sauce, (Soybean,, Wheat,, Salt),, Horseradish,, Onion,, Spice,, Fractionated, Coconut, Oil, and/or, Palm, Kernel, Oil,, Garlic,, Maltodextrin,, Yeast, Extract,, Natural, Flavor,, Citric, Acid,, Disodium, Guanylate,, Disodium, Inosinate),, Vegetable, Oil, (Almond,, Canola,, Safflower, and/or, Sunflower..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • canola - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • safflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • sunflower - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
  • soy lecithin - Processed emulsifier
  • disodium guanylate - Synthetic preservative
  • disodium inosinate - Synthetic preservative
No Seed OilNo EmulsifierNo Preservative

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is not gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:4 / 4

Ultra-Processed

Why this score?

The flavored coating contains multiple industrial ingredients (modified corn starch, maltodextrin, fractionated oils, yeast extract, flavor enhancers and 'natural flavor'), indicating industrial formulations and additives typical of ultra-processed foods.

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Common Questions about Blue Diamond Almonds, Bold Wasabi & Soy Sauce

The healthiness of these almonds really depends on your perspective. They're a great source of protein and healthy fats, which can be beneficial if you're looking for a satisfying snack. However, they do contain added sugars and preservatives, so if you're aiming for a super clean diet, you might want to enjoy them in moderation.

Perfect For

movie-night
road-trip
game-day-prep

Vibe:

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