For regular snacking, unsalted peanuts are in line with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice to choose unsalted nuts. Compare the nutritional values for the portion you actually eat. A 30 g portion of Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts contains 8.1 g of protein and around 184 kcal, according to the Dutch product information. This protein content does not automatically make the peanuts a proven ‘high protein’ product or an essential recovery food.
Want to know how much protein a snack portion provides during active days over the holidays? Compare the portion with your overall diet; peanuts are not an essential standalone recovery food. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that recreational exercisers do not need special protein products.
Whether you’re snacking at home or on the go, the variety and portion size matter. Unsalted peanuts are in line with the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice to choose unsalted nuts, but they are still a peanut product and contain an allergen.
If children or other members of your household will be eating them, check age suitability and the allergen information. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under four; peanut products are not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
First, consider who will be eating the snack and which variety suits them. Then compare protein, energy and salt for the same portion size, and choose a pack size that matches how much you’ll use and how you can store it.
| What to consider | What to check | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and kcal for the same portion size. Duyvis Unsalted product information lists 8.1 g of protein and around 184 kcal per 30 g portion. | If I want to know what an actual snack portion provides, I look beyond the figures per 100 g; around 40% of consumers prioritise the protein content of a portion. |
| Salt, flavour and energy | Compare salt and energy for the same quantity, and choose a flavour that suits how you’ll use it. | People who eat peanuts regularly want to weigh up salt, flavour and portion size together; around 30% of consumers prioritise their everyday dietary choices. |
| Sharing safely | Check who will be eating them, their age, and the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging. | When choosing snacks for children or people with allergies, suitability for everyone eating them comes first; around 20% of consumers make safety their top priority. |
| Pack size and storage | Choose a net weight that matches how much you expect to use, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I’m buying snacks for several occasions, I want a pack size that’s easy to store and use up; around 10% of consumers place the greatest importance on usage and pack size. |
Dutch product information for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts lists 27 g of protein per 100 g, but 8.1 g per 30 g portion. According to the label, that portion contains around 184 kcal.
Compare products on the same basis, and decide first how much you plan to eat.
Unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts. Whole peanuts can also pose a choking risk for young children.
Check who will be eating them, and read the ingredients and allergen information. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts to children under four; choose nut butter or ground nuts instead.
Albert Heijn’s safety warning concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. The warning does not automatically apply to all AH peanuts.
Check the product name, packaging type and best-before date against Albert Heijn’s warning, and follow the instructions for that exact pack.
Product information gives examples ranging from 235 g to 285 g. A pack that doesn’t suit how much you’ll use may need extra storage space or go uneaten.
Choose a net weight that suits how many people will be sharing and how often you’ll have the snack. Once opened, follow the storage instructions on the exact pack.
Product details are available for Duyvis unsalted and salted peanuts, so you can compare portions and nutritional values.
AH Unsalted Peanuts are a supermarket own-brand option in the Netherlands.
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts are an own-brand option if you want to buy this variety at Jumbo.
Lidl is the retailer here; the product listing describes 285 g of unsalted peanuts.
The Dutch product page identifies the product as Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts are an own-brand option in a 250 g pack.
This selection includes peanuts in a range of forms and flavours, including unsalted, salted, roasted and flavoured varieties. Check the product information on each pack and consider whether the format is suitable for everyone who will be eating them.
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A good choice if you’re looking for an unsalted peanut snack.
The product name lists a 250 g pack. Contains peanuts and is not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts to children under four.
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An option for anyone looking for peanuts in their shells.
The product name lists a 500 g pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts to children under four.
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A roasted option if that’s the type you’re looking for.
The product name lists a 210 g pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts to children under four.
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A good choice if you’re specifically looking for a savoury, salted peanut snack.
The product name lists a 370 g pack. The product information lists peanuts and may contain other nuts; not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
The product information advises against giving this product to children under five due to the risk of choking.
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A flavoured option if you’re looking for a garlic taste.
The product name lists a 250 g pack. Contains peanuts and is not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts to children under four.
No, peanuts are not an essential recovery food. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that recreational exercisers do not need special protein products; if needed, protein can come from a varied, everyday diet.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under four. Nut butter or ground nuts are alternatives; encourage older children to eat calmly at the table and stay with them while they eat.
No, unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts. For pre-packed products, check the allergen information on the label; the NVWA lists peanuts as an allergen that must be declared.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. The product information for Duyvis peanuts advises storing them in a cool, dry place and putting an opened bag in a light- and airtight container.
Do not eat AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026; Albert Heijn warns that it may contain metal fragments. Follow Albert Heijn’s instructions for this specific pack. According to the warning, products with a different best-before date are not included in the recall.
