Choose an individual packet if you want something to take with you without any preparation; weigh out unsalted peanuts from a larger pack if you’d prefer to decide your own portion size. Foods & Goods lists Duyvis packets at 60 g, while Albert Heijn gives a 25 g serving for AH Unsalted Peanuts. Based on the nutritional information on the label, that 25 g serving provides 6.25 g of protein and 155 kcal. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says recreational athletes don’t need special protein shakes or bars: consider peanuts as part of your overall diet.
If you don’t want to weigh anything out after exercising, check the weight of each individual packet. Foods & Goods lists a Duyvis box containing 20 packets of 60 g; a packet that size may not match the amount you want to eat.
A larger bag of unsalted peanuts could suit you if you’d rather weigh out your own portion. Compare the nutritional information for the exact variety, and store weighed-out peanuts in a tightly sealed, dry container, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
If you choose peanuts for their protein, consider how much you eat and your overall diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists foods such as dairy, tofu, nuts and beans as sources of protein.
Best if: you want to take something with you after exercising without weighing it out at home.
Bear in mind: the Duyvis packets reviewed are 60 g, which may not be the portion you want to eat.
Best if: you want to decide how much to eat, or prefer unsalted peanuts.
Bear in mind: you’ll need to weigh them out yourself and seal the larger pack securely after use.
First decide how much preparation you’re happy to do and how many peanuts you want to eat. Then compare the nutritional information for that amount.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per amount eaten | Check the protein per 100 g and calculate how much that provides for the amount you’ll actually eat. | If you want to know how the snack contributes to your protein intake, look at the amount you actually eat. Around 25% of consumers say protein content is their top buying priority. |
| Individual packets | Check how many inner packets there are and how many grams each one contains. | If you want something to take with you straight after exercising without weighing it out first, the number of packets and the weight of each one are key. Around 25% of consumers say convenience on the go is their top priority. |
| Portion size and energy | Compare the net weight with the stated serving size and check the energy content for the amount you’ll eat. | If you want to decide how much to eat, a larger pack is only useful if you weigh out your portion yourself. Around 25% of consumers put portion control first. |
| Salt, ingredients and allergens | Read the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variety. | If you’re choosing an unsalted variety or need to account for allergens, check the packaging itself. Around 25% of consumers say their choice of ingredients is their top buying priority. |
The Duyvis packet reviewed contains 60 g, while Albert Heijn gives a serving size of 25 g for AH Unsalted Peanuts. So the weight on the packet doesn’t automatically tell you how much you’ll want to eat.
First decide how much you want, then calculate the nutritional values for that weight.
Albert Heijn says the AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts 6-pack reviewed is supplied as six separate items. That doesn’t necessarily mean it contains six small packets for taking with you.
Check the weight of each item and the actual inner packaging before choosing the multipack.
You could end up buying more product than you intended for individual portions to take with you.
Unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts; the PLUS variety reviewed may also contain cashew nuts. ‘Unsalted’ says nothing about whether a product is free from allergens.
Read the allergen information for the exact variety. If you have a peanut allergy, a peanut snack isn’t a suitable choice.
Worth considering if you’re looking for an individual packet of salted peanuts or want to weigh out unsalted peanuts yourself. Foods & Goods lists a multipack of 20 packets of 60 g; Duyvis also lists a 235 g pack of unsalted peanuts.
The 300 g pack of AH Unsalted Peanuts is designed for portioning out yourself. Albert Heijn gives a serving size of 25 g and 12 servings per pack.
Dutch product range information lists unsalted peanuts in 250 g and 500 g packs, suitable for portioning out yourself.
Dutch product information describes a 285 g pack of unsalted peanuts.
Dutch ALDI product information describes 250 g of Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g, is a larger pack that you can portion out yourself.
This selection includes peanuts for portioning out yourself and roasted varieties for snacking. Compare the pack with the amount you want to take with you.
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A good choice if you want a larger pack of unsalted peanuts to weigh out yourself.
Pack: 250 g. Protein: 27 g per 100 g. Ingredients: 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. May contain cashew nuts.
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The product description says these are ready-to-eat roasted peanuts.
Pack: 225 g; 7–8 servings per pack. Protein: 24 g per 100 g. Salt: 1.4 g per 100 g. May contain other nuts.
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The product description says these are ready-to-eat peanuts for snacking.
Pack: 210 g; 7–8 servings per pack. Ingredient: 100% peanuts. Protein: 26 g per 100 g.
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Suitable if you like eating peanuts in their shells; bear in mind they take a little more effort when you’re out and about.
Pack: 500 g. Protein: 29 g per 100 g.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says recreational athletes don’t need special protein shakes or bars. Start by looking at your usual diet; protein is found in foods such as dairy, tofu, nuts and beans.
Store them in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises keeping nuts somewhere cool and dry; also follow the instructions on the label for the exact variety. For AH Unsalted Peanuts, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dark, dry place and resealing the pack securely after use.
Read the allergen information on the packaging for the exact variety. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergen information must be shown on the label of pre-packed foods; peanuts and tree nuts are separate allergen categories. Unsalted doesn’t mean allergen-free.
Do not eat the product with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 applies specifically to this tub and date, due to possible metal fragments; it doesn’t apply to the entire AH range.
