When choosing nuts for a TV snack, focus on the calories in the amount you actually eat and weigh it out beforehand. Unsalted doesn’t mean low in calories: in the examples calculated here, a 25 g portion of Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts and PLUS Mixed Nuts contains 153.5 and 160.25 kcal respectively. The difference is small enough that taste, ingredients and allergens are also worth considering.
You want to enjoy nuts while watching television and know in advance how many calories are in your bowl. The energy value of the exact product and a weighed portion matter more than a general claim about a type of nut.
You’re looking for nuts with no added salt and want to assess the salt, ingredients and calories separately. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean low in calories or oil-free.
You want different flavours in one bag, or would rather choose a single favourite. Check the ingredients and bear allergens in mind, even with a mix.
First weigh your portion, then use the energy value per 100 g to work out how much it contains. Also check the ingredients, allergens and packaging of the exact product you’re choosing.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories per portion | Check the kcal per 100 g and weigh the amount you put in your bowl. | If I want to tailor my TV snack to the amount I actually eat, I look at the energy value for that portion. Around 42% of consumers say calories per portion are their main purchasing priority. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the salt and ingredients separately; for example, unsalted doesn’t rule out added oil. | If I’m looking for nuts with no added salt, I also want to know what’s in them. Around 25% of consumers prioritise unsalted products. |
| Taste and variety | Check whether the pack contains one type of nut or a mix, and which types are included. | If I want a favourite nut or several flavours in one bag, the ingredients list helps me assess what’s in the mix. Around 17% of consumers give taste and variety top priority. |
| Packaging and stock | Compare the net weight with how much you’ll use, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. | If I want to keep nuts in stock, I consider how much I can use in time and the storage conditions. Around 16% of consumers focus mainly on packaging and stock. |
According to Flink and PLUS respectively, the Duyvis peanuts and PLUS Mixed Nuts used in these calculations contain 614 and 641 kcal per 100 g. The descriptions “unsalted” and “unroasted” don’t, in themselves, indicate a low energy value.
Check energy and salt separately, and work out the calories in the amount you put in your bowl.
The Duyvis pack used in these calculations contains 235 g and the PLUS bag 500 g; the figures of 153.5 and 160.25 kcal are based on a 25 g portion. The contents of a bag are therefore not the same as the portion used in the example.
Weigh the amount you want to eat, and only compare portion information when the gram weights match.
Mixed nuts can contain different varieties. This matters if you have allergies: Duyvis peanuts contain peanuts and carry a warning that they may contain nuts. Another mix or type of nut is not automatically a safe substitute.
If you have an allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the exact packaging.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. These warnings concern specific products, not all nuts from these retailers.
Check the product name, packaging, best-before date and, where provided, barcode against the warning. Do not eat an affected product.
Duyvis describes its Unsalted Peanuts range as peanuts with no added salt. The pack reviewed contains 235 g.
Albert Heijn’s product page features unsalted pistachios for anyone looking for a specific type of nut.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashews 200 g are a specific option if you’re looking for cashews with no added salt.
Lidl sells the Alesto range, which includes products such as almonds and walnuts.
The ALDI product page lists Trader Joe’s Unsalted Nut Mix 500 g.
PLUS Unroasted Unsalted Mixed Nuts, 500 g stand-up pouch, is a mix with published ingredients and nutritional values.
These products are options if you want to check the energy value of a weighed portion, are looking for a particular type of nut or want a varied mix. Check the ingredients and allergens on each pack.
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An option if you want to weigh out peanuts and calculate the energy in your portion.
The nutritional information lists 2690 kJ per 100 g. The ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashews; check the packaging if you have an allergy.
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An option if you’d rather choose one type of nut and weigh out the portion yourself.
The product information lists 578 kcal per 100 g, 100% almonds and 0.00 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains almonds; relevant if you have a nut allergy.
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An option if you’re looking for cashews with no added salt and want to weigh out your portion.
The nutritional information lists 596 kcal per 100 g.
Contains cashews; relevant if you have a nut allergy.
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An option if you want several types of nuts in one bag and prefer to weigh out your own portion.
The mix lists hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The nutritional information lists 663 kcal and 0 g of salt per 100 g.
May also contain peanuts and other types of nuts; check the packaging if you have an allergy.
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An option if you want to use peanuts as the basis for a snack and decide how to prepare them yourself.
The product information lists 567 kcal per 100 g and peanuts as the ingredient. The peanuts are unroasted; the information suggests roasting and seasoning them as a snack.
Contains peanuts; relevant if you have a peanut allergy.
No. A small portion doesn’t change the requirements for making a low-calorie claim about the product. According to the European Commission, a solid food can use this claim if it contains no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g. The Duyvis peanuts and PLUS Mixed Nuts used in these calculations contain 614 and 641 kcal per 100 g respectively.
No. According to the ingredients information from Flink, Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts contain peanuts and sunflower oil, and list 614 kcal per 100 g. Assess salt, ingredients and energy separately.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the packaging by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide by 100. For example, 20 g of Duyvis peanuts containing 614 kcal per 100 g works out at 122.8 kcal. This is a calculation based on the declared nutritional value.
No. The 25 g used in the comparison is a portion for calculation purposes, not a universal daily recommendation. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a portion in its calorie checker and recommends a handful of unsalted nuts, with variety between types, on its general nuts page.
Check the ingredients and any warnings on the exact packaging. According to the NVWA, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label. A mixed-nut product is not automatically a safe substitute for one type of nut.
