Who might find these choices useful?

People comparing fat content

You’re looking for snack peanuts that are demonstrably lower in fat and want to distinguish a nutrition claim from a description of how they’re prepared.

People keeping an eye on portion size

You want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat in the afternoon, so you also compare the energy content per measured portion.

People looking for unsalted peanuts

You’re looking for peanuts with no added salt, without assuming that this also means they contain less fat.

What to look for in peanuts for an afternoon snack

First compare the figures per 100 g, then decide on your portion; salt, preparation method and fat content answer different questions.

What to consider What to look for when buying Who might find this important?
Genuinely lower in fat Check the exact claim and fat content per 100 g; compare products on the same basis. If my main priority is eating less fat, I look at the nutrition information and the evidence behind the claim, not just the preparation method. Around 36% of consumers say demonstrably lower fat is their top priority.
Energy and portion size Compare kcal per 100 g, then calculate the figures for the same portion size in grams. If you want to manage how much you eat in the afternoon, comparing equal portions is more useful than comparing different portion sizes on the labels. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion size and energy.
Choosing unsalted Check added salt, salt per 100 g and fat per 100 g separately. If an unsalted snack is my main priority, I check the salt content without assuming that this means a lower fat content. Around 21% of consumers choose unsalted peanuts first and foremost.
Flavour and storage Check the ingredients, flavour, pack size and storage instructions. If flavour and practicality matter most to you, you can take the ingredients and instructions for after opening into account when choosing. Around 14% of consumers prioritise these points.

For solid foods, the European Commission defines a ‘low fat’ claim as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. This is different from a comparative claim such as ‘lower fat’; check the exact conditions and what the product is being compared with.

Here’s an example of the difference between a preparation method and nutritional value: Duyvis describes Oven Baked Peanuts Original as roasted without added oil or fat. The Dutch label for Duyvis Oven roasted pinda’s original lists 50 g of fat and 606 kcal per 100 g. So this description of how the peanuts are prepared does not make them low in fat.

Portion size changes how much you eat, not the composition per 100 g. Duyvis gives an average portion of 30 g for this product, while Albert Heijn lists 25 g for AH Ongezouten pinda’s. Convert both to the same quantity before comparing the nutritional values per portion.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming oven-roasted means low in fat

    ‘Without added oil or fat’ describes how the peanuts are prepared; it doesn’t automatically mean they’re low in total fat. The Dutch label for Duyvis Oven roasted pinda’s original lists 50 g of fat per 100 g.

    Assess the preparation method and total fat content separately, and check the figures per 100 g.

  • Comparing portions of different sizes directly

    Duyvis gives an average portion of 30 g for its oven-roasted product, while Albert Heijn lists 25 g for AH Ongezouten pinda’s. So a difference in the nutritional values per portion could simply be down to the amount.

    First compare the products per 100 g, then calculate the figures for the same number of grams.

  • Confusing unsalted with lower in fat

    The labels for AH Ongezouten pinda’s and PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten list 51 g and 50 g of fat per 100 g respectively. Salt and fat are separate nutritional values.

    Check the salt and fat content separately, and choose based on the quality that matters to you.

Brands worth comparing

Duyvis

Duyvis is worth considering for Oven Baked Peanuts Original and the Dutch variant Oven roasted pinda’s original 225 g.

  • Duyvis describes its peanuts as roasted without added oil or fat.
  • The Dutch label for Oven roasted pinda’s original lists 50 g of fat and 1,4 g of salt per 100 g. This variant is therefore neither low in fat nor unsalted; this does not apply to other Duyvis products.

Albert Heijn

AH Ongezouten pinda’s 300 g is a specific option for anyone looking for unsalted peanuts.

  • The label lists 0 g of added salt and 0 g of salt per 100 g.
  • The label also lists 51 g of fat per 100 g, so unsalted does not mean lower in fat.

Jumbo

Jumbo Pinda’s Ongezouten 250 g is a relevant own-brand option if you’re looking for an unsalted product.

  • The product name and pack size identify this unsalted variant.
  • Check the label on the exact pack for its fat content; ‘unsalted’ on its own says nothing about whether it’s lower in fat.

Lidl

Lidl lists 285 g packs of unsalted peanuts as an in-store product.

  • The product description says the peanuts are unsalted.
  • The ‘In store only’ listing does not confirm current availability. Check the label on the exact variant for its nutritional values.

ALDI

The Dutch ALDI page lists Trader Joe’s peanuts 250 g.

  • The product description says the peanuts are roasted and unsalted.
  • These descriptions of how the peanuts are prepared and seasoned do not, on their own, prove a lower fat content.

PLUS

PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten 250 gram is a specific own-brand option for an unsalted snack.

  • The label lists 0,02 g of salt per 100 g.
  • The label lists 50 g of fat per 100 g. So this variant being unsalted does not mean it contains less fat.

Peanuts at Joybuy

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Frequently asked questions

Are peanuts with no added oil automatically low in fat?

No. ‘Without added oil’ describes how the peanuts are prepared, not their total fat content. For solid foods, the European Commission defines a ‘low fat’ claim as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g; the Dutch label for Duyvis Oven roasted pinda’s original lists 50 g per 100 g.

How can I compare two portions of peanuts fairly?

First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then calculate the figures for both products at the same number of grams. This avoids mistaking a difference between, for example, 25 g and 30 g for a difference in the products’ composition.

Does unsalted mean that peanuts contain less fat?

No. Unsalted describes the salt content, not the fat content. The labels for AH Ongezouten pinda’s and PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten list 51 g and 50 g of fat per 100 g respectively; check both nutritional values separately.

Are peanuts with a lower-fat claim suitable for someone with a peanut allergy?

No. A fat claim does not make peanuts allergen-free. Read the allergen information on the pack of the exact variant; Stichting Voedselallergie warns that even a small amount can cause severe reactions in some people.

How should I store an opened bag of Duyvis Oven roasted pinda’s original?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For this Duyvis variant, storage in a cool, dry place is recommended, and after opening, in a lightproof, airtight container.