For mindful snacking during an Easter egg hunt, weighing out a sensible portion is a practical place to start. Then compare the kcal for the exact product, as unsalted doesn’t automatically mean lower in energy. Flink lists Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g at 614 kcal per 100 g, so the amount you weigh out will affect the kcal in your portion. If children are taking part, make sure they eat sitting calmly under supervision, and check the label on the exact pack for allergen information.
You want to enjoy nuts without accidentally eating a large amount. Voedingscentrum gives 164 kcal for a 25 g handful of unsalted nuts; for a specific product, you can use the nutritional information on the pack to work out the calories in your own portion.
You’re organising food for a group of children and want to think about how they’ll eat it. Voedingscentrum warns that whole nuts and peanuts can pose a choking risk and advises that children eat sitting calmly under supervision.
You want to check the ingredients and allergens for everyone taking part. NVWA says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products, so check the exact pack rather than assuming an entire brand is suitable.
First, consider whether nuts are suitable for everyone taking part. Then weigh out the portion and assess salt, preparation and packaging as separate criteria.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Kcal per portion | Compare the kcal per 100 g on the exact pack and weigh out the amount you plan to serve. | I want to know how much energy is in my portion and set a limit in advance. Around 36% of consumers prioritise kcal per portion actually eaten. |
| Suitability for everyone taking part | Consider children, allergies and how the snack will be served. | If children are taking part or someone has a relevant allergy, I want to check first whether nuts are suitable for everyone. Around 28% of consumers put suitability first. |
| Salt and preparation | Compare salt and ingredients separately; unsalted, unroasted and roasted describe different product characteristics. | I pay attention to salt or additional ingredients, separately from the kcal. Around 18% of consumers make these ingredients their main consideration. |
| Serving and storage | Plan portions based on the pack size and follow the storage instructions on the packaging once opened. | When buying for a group, I want to divide portions easily and store any leftovers according to the label. Around 18% of consumers prioritise this practical consideration. |
Unsalted tells you about the salt, not the energy in a portion. Flink lists Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g at 614 kcal per 100 g.
Check the kcal per 100 g on the exact pack and weigh out your portion. Then assess the salt content separately.
Voedingscentrum warns that whole nuts and peanuts can pose a choking risk and advises that children eat sitting calmly under supervision.
Keep the hunt and eating separate. Ask children to stop and sit down calmly before serving them a snack.
Flink lists Duyvis Cocktail Peanuts 275 g at 578 kcal and 1.7 g of salt per 100 g, compared with 614 kcal per 100 g and less than 0.01 g of salt for the Duyvis unsalted peanuts mentioned above. The products also differ in their ingredients.
Compare equal quantities and check the salt, ingredients and allergens on the exact pack, as well as the kcal.
Without the packaging, the ingredients and allergen information won’t be readily available with the portions you serve.
Keep the original pack with the portions and make it clear which product they came from.
Duyvis sells both plain peanuts and peanuts with a crunchy coating, including an unsalted variety. The manufacturer describes its product ranges and preparation methods.
The own-brand range includes unsalted cashews and unsalted pistachios, giving you a choice of nut.
Jumbo lists unsalted cashews, including a 130 g pack.
The Alesto nuts and Way To Go cashews ranges are relevant options in the selection mentioned.
ALDI Netherlands’ product page lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS lists unsalted, unroasted cashews in a 200 g pack.
The products below are a selection of nut and peanut snacks. Compare the kcal per 100 g for the exact variety and weigh out your portion before choosing based on calories.
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A good option if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts and want to weigh out your own portion.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil; cashews may be present. Check the kcal and allergens on the packaging.
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A good option if you want to portion out almonds as a snack and compare the nutritional values for different quantities.
The product information lists 100% almonds, 578 kcal per 100 g and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
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A good option if you want to serve peanuts in their shells and don’t mind the extra step of shelling them.
The peanuts need to be shelled before eating. Check the ingredients and allergens on the packaging.
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A good option if you’re looking for unroasted peanuts and want to prepare them yourself before serving them as a snack.
The product information lists 567 kcal per 100 g. The peanuts are unroasted; roasting and seasoning are suggested as ways to prepare a crunchy snack.
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A good option if you want cashews as a ready-to-eat snack that you can portion out.
The product information lists 100% cashew kernels, 604 kcal per 100 g and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g. Bear in mind that cashews are an allergen.
No. Unsalted describes the salt content, not the energy content. Flink lists Duyvis unsalted peanuts 235 g at 614 kcal per 100 g. Compare the kcal per 100 g and the weight of your own portion separately.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g on the exact pack by the number of grams, then divide by 100. For the Duyvis variety at 614 kcal per 100 g, 15 g works out at 92.1 kcal. This is a calculation example, not a recommended portion for everyone.
Ask children to stop hunting and sit down calmly to eat, while you supervise them. Voedingscentrum warns that whole nuts and peanuts can pose a choking risk. Consider the children taking part and any allergies when choosing a snack.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. According to NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Keep the label with any portions you’ve made up, so people can check the product information.
No. The NVWA warning specifically names Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat that pack. The warning doesn’t apply to all cashews or to the separately listed 250 g pack.
