Compare the protein, energy and salt on the label, then work out how much you’ll get in the portion you actually eat. The Voedingscentrum stresses that people who exercise should consider their protein needs as part of their overall diet. A brand name or crunchy coating isn’t proof of any special recovery benefits.
If you do strength or endurance training, consider how a portion of coated peanuts fits into your diet. The Voedingscentrum advises assessing your protein needs as part of your overall diet, rather than treating them as a guarantee of muscle recovery.
If you want to keep track of what you eat, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and work out how much they add up to in the portion you serve yourself. The European Union explains that nutritional values are listed per 100 g or per 100 ml.
If you have an allergy or follow a vegetarian or vegan diet, the exact flavour matters. The NVWA highlights the importance of allergen information on prepacked products. For example, PLUS lists its Mild variety as vegetarian and its Oriental Style variety as vegan.
First compare the nutritional values on the same basis, then work out what they mean for your own portion. The European Union states that nutritional values are given per 100 g or per 100 ml.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein content | Compare the protein per 100 g and work out how much is in your portion. Consider this contribution as part of your overall diet. | If I want to eat coated peanuts around my workout, I want to know what my portion contributes. Around 36% of consumers put protein content at the top of their shopping priorities. |
| Energy and portion size | Compare the energy, fat and salt per 100 g, then work out the values for the same weighed portion. | If you’re looking for a savoury snack in a measured portion, you’ll want to know what else it contains besides protein. Around 29% of consumers put portion size and energy content first. |
| Allergies and dietary requirements | Check the ingredients, allergen information and any dietary claims on the exact pack. | If I have an allergy or a vegetarian or vegan requirement, I want to know whether this particular variety is suitable. Around 21% of consumers put dietary suitability at the top of their shopping priorities. |
| Flavour and packaging | Check the flavour, net weight and storage instructions; the amount in a bag isn’t the same as a portion. | If I’m mainly looking for a flavour that suits my snacking occasion, I also consider the packaging and how to store it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise flavour and convenience when buying. |
A nutrition claim about a product’s composition doesn’t prove that it has a special effect on your recovery after exercise. The NVWA distinguishes between nutrition claims and health claims.
Assess the values on the label and how the snack fits into your overall diet. Don’t treat claims about health or recovery as proof of a product’s benefits.
The amount you eat determines how much protein, energy and salt you get from the snack. The European Union gives nutritional values per 100 g or per 100 ml.
Weigh your portion and work out all the values using the same portion size.
Vegetarian or vegan claims can vary between flavours. Product information can also change; Albert Heijn warns that ingredients and allergy information, among other details, may be updated.
Check the exact variety and the current ingredients and allergen information on the label.
The Voedingscentrum advises avoiding a large portion of foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise, as they can cause discomfort during your workout.
Choose a portion size and mealtime that suit your training and what you personally tolerate.
A product brand with a range of coated peanut flavours.
Sells AH Cocktail Coated Peanuts as its own-brand product.
Offers Jumbo Cocktail Coated Peanuts as an own-brand variety.
Stocks Mild Coated Peanuts and Oriental Style Coated Peanuts.
The store page lists coated peanuts from the TRADER JOE’S product brand.
Has a coated peanuts page and also lists Duyvis Coated Peanuts.
This Joybuy selection features Duyvis coated peanuts as a savoury snack. Before choosing a variety to help meet your protein goal, check the nutritional values, portion size and allergen information on the current packaging.
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A savoury coated peanut snack; check the current packaging to assess its protein content.
The product description lists 51% peanuts and a crunchy coating.
Contains peanuts, milk, wheat and celery; may contain soya, mustard and other nuts.
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A coated peanut snack with a mild curry flavour; check the nutritional values for this specific variety.
The product description lists 49% peanuts and a crunchy coating.
Contains peanuts, wheat, barley and soya; may contain milk, nuts and mustard.
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The smaller pack could suit you if you’re looking for a 125 g bag; the product description suggests it as a snack on the go.
The description mentions a crunchy coating with onion and garlic flavour.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, other nuts, soya and mustard.
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A larger pack with onion and garlic flavour; check the label to assess the nutritional values per portion.
The product description lists 50% peanuts and a crunchy coating.
Contains peanuts and wheat; may contain milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
Multiply the grams of protein per 100 g shown on the label by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide by 100. Work out the energy and salt in the same way so you’re comparing the same amount.
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. Strength and endurance training can increase your protein needs, so start by looking at your overall diet.
The Voedingscentrum advises avoiding a large portion of foods high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. Choose your mealtime and portion size to suit your training and what you personally tolerate well.
Check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety. The NVWA lists peanuts, cereals containing gluten, milk and soya among the allergens that must be declared by law.
No. A claim about a product’s composition doesn’t prove any special recovery benefits. The NVWA distinguishes between nutrition claims and health claims; assess the nutritional values and how the snack fits into your overall diet.
