Start with unsalted nuts or peanuts if you want your snacks to fit with the Dutch Wheel of Five, and choose based on the nutritional information on the exact pack and the portion you weigh out. Flink lists 27 g of protein per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g; mathematically, 30 g provides 8.1 g of protein and 184.2 kcal. That contributes to your overall diet, but it is not proof that the snack on its own improves your recovery.
You want to know how much protein a party-sized portion adds to your daily diet, without mistaking an everyday snack for a proven recovery product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides general information about protein and exercise.
You’re looking for birthday nuts that fit with the Dutch Wheel of Five, and want to distinguish between unsalted, salted and coated varieties. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre makes the same distinction.
You’re thinking about guests who may need to avoid certain allergens, or young children for whom whole nuts are unsuitable. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre provide information on this.
First, decide between an unsalted option and a salted or coated party snack. Then compare the nutritional information per 100 g with the portion you’ll actually serve, and take your guests into account.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Check the protein and energy per 100 g on the exact pack, and weigh out your portion. | If I want to estimate my protein intake, I calculate it using the amount I actually serve myself. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the protein provided per portion. |
| Salt and snack type | Check whether the variety is unsalted, salted or coated, and read the ingredients on that pack. | If I want an unsalted option for the party, I don’t automatically choose the same variety as I would for a savoury flavour. Around 29% of consumers prioritise salt and snack type. |
| Suitable for sharing | Read the allergen information and take account of any young children and relevant safety warnings. | If guests with allergies or young children are coming, I want to know in advance what I can safely offer. Around 21% of consumers prioritise suitability for guests. |
| Quantity and storage | Choose a pack size that suits the portions you want to serve, and follow the storage advice on the pack. | When I shop for a birthday, I want to serve enough and store any leftover nuts properly. Around 14% of consumers prioritise portion planning and storage. |
Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g lists 27 g of protein per 100 g. A 30 g portion provides 8.1 g of protein according to this figure, not 27 g.
Weigh your portion and calculate the protein and energy for the same weight. Flink also lists 614 kcal per 100 g for this variety.
A name or snack type doesn’t tell you how much protein your portion contains, or prove that the product improves your recovery.
Use the nutritional information for the exact variety to check its nutritional values, and don’t treat a recovery claim as proven just because of the product name.
Peanuts and nuts are allergens. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4.
Tailor what you offer to the guests who are coming. Keep the packaging so you can check the allergen information.
Providing a suitable alternative may take extra preparation.
Duyvis offers unsalted peanuts, salted peanuts and Cocktail Borrelnootjes as different types of snack.
Albert Heijn has product pages for unsalted peanuts and unsalted almonds.
Jumbo Unsalted Kingsize Peanuts comes in a 350 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts is sold in a 300 g stand-up pouch.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes nuts, dried fruit and savoury party snacks.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
This selection includes unsalted almonds, peanuts and mixed nuts, as well as a salted peanut variety for anyone looking for a savoury party snack.
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An option if you’d like to serve almonds and calculate the protein in each portion.
The nutritional information lists 21.5 g of protein and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list says 100% almond kernels; the product contains almonds.
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An unsalted peanut option if you want to estimate the protein in your party portion.
The nutritional information lists 27 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list includes peanuts and sunflower oil; the product may contain cashew nuts.
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A larger pack of almonds if you’re planning portions for several guests.
The nutritional information lists 21 g of protein and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list says 100% almonds; the product contains almonds.
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A mix for when you’d like to serve a variety of nuts.
The nutritional information lists 16.9 g of protein and 0 g of salt per 100 g. The mix contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashew nuts, and may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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A salted peanut option if you’re looking for a savoury flavour for the party.
The nutritional information lists 26 g of protein and 0.73 g of salt per 100 g. The product contains peanuts and may contain other nuts; the product information advises against giving it to children under 5 because of the risk of choking.
Multiply the protein per 100 g by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. For Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g, Flink lists 27 g per 100 g; a 30 g portion works out at 8.1 g of protein. This 30 g is an example calculation, not personal nutritional advice.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. This is general nutritional guidance, not a personal assessment of your protein needs.
Yes. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes peanuts, which are officially legumes, in its category of nuts. For allergen information, check peanuts and nuts separately.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4. It suggests nut butter with no added sugar or salt on bread as an alternative; also take account of allergens for the child in question.
Read the allergen information on every pre-packed variety and tailor what you offer to the guests who are coming. According to the NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products; this doesn’t automatically mean a product is suitable for every guest with an allergy.
Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a storage temperature of 10 to 15 °C.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a recall for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. The NVWA warning for Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashew Nuts 170 g concerns barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Before serving a product, check the brand, packaging, barcode and best-before date against the warning.
