Compare protein and energy per portion to decide which nuts are right for your movie night. Flink lists 27 g of protein and 614 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g. That works out at around 6,75 g of protein and 153,5 kcal per 25 g portion. Unsalted nuts are in line with the advice from the Voedingscentrum, but they are no guarantee of recovery: consider your snack as part of your overall diet, and treat ‘high protein’ as a separate nutrition claim.
You want to know how much protein your snack adds to your daily diet. Check the exact product and the portion you eat. The Voedingscentrum emphasises that most people who do sport do not need special protein products if they eat a varied diet.
You want to enjoy nuts during the film while keeping track of the amount, energy and salt. Weighing out a portion makes it easier to apply the pack’s nutrition information to what you actually eat.
You’re choosing snacks for several people and looking for variety or a seasoned bite. Check the ingredients and allergens for your chosen variety before sharing; the NVWA states that prepacked products must display allergen information.
Choose this option: if you want a simple snack whose protein contribution you can calculate using the product information.
Bear in mind: a larger portion also provides more energy; check, too, that peanuts are suitable for everyone sharing the snack.
Choose this option: if you want to enjoy a variety of nuts during the film.
Bear in mind: the nutritional values depend on the mix; check the packaging for the specific product.
Choose this option: if a savoury flavour or crunchy coating is top of your movie-night wish list.
Bear in mind: the ingredients, allergens and nutritional values may differ from those of plain peanuts; check the label for your chosen variety.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might find this useful? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and energy on the same basis, then calculate both for the portion you eat. | If you want to know how much protein your movie-night snack actually provides, look at your portion rather than just the value per 100 g. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein per portion. |
| Portion, energy and salt | Check the energy and salt on the packaging, then decide how much you want to eat during the film. | If you want to keep track of the amount you eat and its nutritional values during the film, portion size matters. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion size and nutritional profile. |
| Flavour and variety | Choose plain, mixed or seasoned nuts, then check the label for the exact variety. | If you’re mainly looking for a particular flavour or some variety, choose the option that suits you. An estimated 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and variety. |
| Sharing safely | Read the ingredients and allergen information for each variety, and consider everyone who will be sharing. | When sharing snacks, you’ll want to know whether the ingredients are suitable for everyone watching. For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking. Around 14% of consumers prioritise sharing snacks safely. |
Flink’s Dutch product information lists 27 g of protein per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g. Based on that figure, a 25 g portion provides around 6,75 g of protein.
Calculate both protein and energy for the same portion size before comparing products.
Duyvis describes its Borrelnootjes and Tijgernootjes as peanuts with a dough coating. The coating makes it important to check the ingredients and nutritional values for the exact variety.
Compare the label for the flavour you want to buy, rather than relying only on the general product or brand name.
Nuts are susceptible to mould if they are not stored properly, according to the Voedingscentrum.
Choose an amount you’ll use, seal the rest properly after the film and store the nuts in a dry place.
These brands and product ranges can help you search more specifically for unsalted peanuts, mixed nuts or seasoned varieties. Their inclusion is not a general assessment of the brand, nor confirmation that every variety will suit your preferences.
Worth considering if you want to compare unsalted peanuts with peanuts in a seasoned coating.
The product listing reviewed is AH Unsalted Peanuts.
The product listing reviewed is Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts 250 g.
At Lidl, unsalted peanuts and the Alesto range of nuts and dried fruit are useful places to start your search.
The Dutch product listing reviewed is TRADER JOE’S Roasted Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g.
The own-brand variety reviewed is PLUS Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g.
This selection of Joybuy products includes unsalted peanuts and mixed nuts, as well as coated varieties for anyone looking for a different flavour during the film.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat, seasoned peanut snack for the film.
The product information lists 51% peanuts and 1,4 g of salt.
Contains peanuts, milk, gluten (wheat) and celery; may contain traces of soya, mustard and other nuts.
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A good choice if you want a plain, unsalted peanut snack and would like to compare nutritional values by quantity.
The ingredients list 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product information gives 27 g of protein per 100 g and 2690 kJ of energy.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts.
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A good choice if you’d like to enjoy a variety of nuts during the film.
The mix contains peanuts, almonds, cashew nuts, Brazil nuts and hazelnuts. Per 100 g, the product information lists 20,1 g of protein, 615 kcal and 0 g of salt.
Contains hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashew nuts; may contain traces of peanuts and other nuts.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a sweet, crunchy peanut snack for the film.
The product information lists 50% peanuts, 17,7 g of protein and 1,1 g of salt.
Contains peanuts, wheat, egg and milk.
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A good choice if you’d like to roast and season the peanuts yourself before serving them as a snack.
The peanuts are raw and unroasted. Per 100 g, the product information lists 26 g of protein and 567 kcal.
Contains peanuts.
No, nuts are not essential as a recovery food. The Voedingscentrum explains that most people who do sport do not need special protein products if they eat a varied diet. So consider a movie-night snack as part of your overall diet.
No, the amount of protein in grams does not, by itself, prove that the ‘high protein’ claim is permitted for that specific product. The European Commission explains that nutrition claims must meet the applicable conditions, so check the claim separately from the nutrition table.
Store nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container or bag. The Voedingscentrum gives 10 to 15 °C as an example; also follow the storage advice and use-by information on your packaging.
First check that the ingredients are suitable for everyone sharing the snack. Peanuts and tree nuts are separate allergens; the NVWA states that prepacked products must display allergen information. For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter instead of whole nuts because of the risk of choking.
