For a protein boost at your New Year’s Eve gathering, compare a measured portion of unsalted peanuts or almonds with the label on your chosen nut mix. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 6.3 grams of protein per 25 grams of unsalted peanuts, and 5.4 grams for the same amount of almonds. Choose based on your overall diet, energy, salt, taste and allergens too: nuts are one part of your diet, not a recovery solution on their own.
You want to know how much protein a measured portion adds to your daily diet, without treating nuts as a complete recovery meal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides serving references for unsalted peanuts and almonds.
You’re looking for something to serve on New Year’s Eve and want to weigh up flavour against portion size, energy and salt. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends varying the types of unsalted nuts you eat.
You want to offer a variety and check the packaging for peanuts, specific types of nuts and possible cross-contamination. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) explains what allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 6.3 grams of protein per 25 grams of unsalted peanuts and 5.4 grams for almonds. Check the label for the exact product too. | If I plan my snack around exercise, I want to know what a measured portion contributes and count it as part of my overall diet. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the protein content per serving. |
| Energy and salt | Compare energy and salt using the same label and serving basis; note the difference between values per 100 grams and per serving. | For a party snack, I want to consider energy and salt as well as protein. Around 29% of consumers prioritise this balance. |
| Allergens for guests | Read the ingredients and allergen warnings on the packaging. A mix may contain several types of nuts. | If I’m putting food out for several guests, I want to be able to check the ingredients on each pack. Around 21% of consumers prioritise suitability for sharing at a gathering. |
| Packaging and leftovers | Compare the net weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions for the product you choose. | For a small group, I want to choose an amount that suits the number of guests and store any leftovers properly. Around 14% of consumers focus mainly on packaging and leftovers. |
The name on the front doesn’t tell you how much protein your portion provides. According to the NVWA, nutrition claims must comply with European rules.
Compare the protein, energy and salt values on the label, and check the exact product rather than relying on the front of the pack.
The label for PLUS Unsalted Peanuts lists 25 grams of protein and 623 kcal per 100 grams. A measured 25-gram portion therefore provides a calculated 6.25 grams of protein and 155.75 kcal.
Weigh out a portion and keep both its protein contribution and energy content in mind. These values apply to this specific product; PLUS recommends storing it in a cool, dry place.
Duyvis distinguishes between plain, marinated and dough-coated peanut products. Ingredients and nutritional values can vary between products.
Compare the full label and don’t apply the values for plain peanuts to Borrelnootjes.
Peanuts and tree nuts are different allergen categories. A mix may contain several types.
Keep the packaging and check the ingredients and allergen warnings before serving these products to guests with a known allergy.
The range includes plain salted and unsalted peanuts, marinated varieties and peanuts in a dough coating.
AH Unsalted Peanuts are an unsalted peanut product.
Jumbo Unsalted Kingsize Peanuts are listed in a 350-gram pack.
Lidl lists unsalted almonds as a product option.
An unroasted nut mix and a Protein Nut Mix are sold under the TRADER JOE’S brand.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts are listed in a 300-gram stand-up pouch.
No, consider your overall diet rather than a single snack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet; a handful of nuts provides some of your daily protein intake.
No, the wording on the front doesn’t replace the nutrition label. According to the NVWA, nutrition claims are subject to European rules, so compare the nutritional values and the exact product variety.
Allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. The NVWA lists peanuts and nuts among the allergens that consumers must be informed about.
First, follow the instructions on the packaging; for the PLUS unsalted peanuts reviewed, the advice is to store them in a cool, dry place. For opened mixed unsalted nuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives general storage guidance of six months in a kitchen cupboard or one year in the freezer; after that, the quality may deteriorate.
Don’t eat the product in question, and check whether the pack matches the warning. The NVWA warning concerns TRADER JOE’S Unsalted Cashews, 170 grams, with a best-before date of 23 September 2026 and barcode 2003020120930. Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub, with a best-before date of 4 November 2026; follow Albert Heijn’s warning for that specific pack.
