The peanut varieties reviewed are not low in calories in the sense of the EU claim ‘low energy’: their declared values are well above the limit of 40 kcal per 100 g for solid foods, as set by the European Commission. If you want to limit your energy intake, compare varieties using the same quantity and weigh your own portion. Also check the salt, ingredients and allergens, as unsalted or roasted does not automatically mean lower in energy.
You want to keep eating peanuts, but keep track of the energy in your snack. Compare products using the same quantity and weigh your portion; the portion size shown on a pack is not personalised dietary advice.
You’re looking for plain, unsalted peanuts and want to know whether a flavoured variety or coating adds salt. Check the ingredients and salt content on the exact pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five; that does not mean they are low in calories.
You choose a pack size that suits how much you use and how you store it. If you sell food as a business several times a year, you’ll also need to meet food safety and registration requirements set by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA). These do not apply to personal supplies for your own use.
First compare the nutritional values on the same basis, then decide whether portion size, salt, flavour or managing your supplies matters most to you.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who might find this important? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for a weighed portion: kcal per 100 g × portion weight / 100. | I want to be able to weigh my portion and know how much energy it contains. Around 36% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check the salt content per 100 g, the ingredients and the proportion of peanuts. | If I want to avoid added salt, I look for plain peanuts and check the ingredients too. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check the exact flavour, the percentage of peanuts and any allergens in the coating. | If roasted flavour or a crunchy coating matters most to me, I compare the ingredients of different varieties. Around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation. |
| Packaging and supplies | Check the net weight, portion information, best-before date and storage instructions. | I want a pack that suits how much I use and how I store it. Around 14% of consumers prioritise supplies and packaging. |
A smaller portion can limit the amount of energy you eat, but it does not change the nutritional value per 100 g of the product. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g as a condition for using the claim ‘low energy’.
Values vary between products. Jumbo Pinda’s Ongezouten lists 602 kcal per 100 g, AH Ongezouten pinda’s 620 kcal and PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten 625 KC. Albert Heijn lists 606 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Oven roasted original. For Duyvis Tijgernootjes BBQ Paprika, Albert Heijn lists 535 kcal per 100 g, while Duyvis lists 540 kcal, so don’t treat these as one definitive figure.
These words don’t describe the amount of energy. The unsalted and roasted varieties reviewed list values well above the limit for the EU ‘low energy’ claim.
Compare kcal per 100 g and the quantity you actually want to eat. Assess salt, preparation and nutritional value as separate characteristics.
The AH pack reviewed uses a 25 g portion, while Jumbo and Duyvis Oven roasted original list 30 g. Differences in portion size affect the energy per portion.
Convert varieties to the same weight and weigh your portion before comparing portion values.
According to Albert Heijn, Duyvis Tijgernootjes BBQ Paprika contains 40% peanuts and wheat as an ingredient. The coating changes the ingredients; the product information also mentions possible traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard.
Check the ingredients and allergens on the exact pack. Don’t choose a coated variety as a substitute for plain peanuts if you have a peanut allergy.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific pack, not to the AH Ongezouten pinda’s 250 g reviewed here.
If you have exactly the pack mentioned with that best-before date, don’t eat it and follow Albert Heijn’s return instructions. Don’t assume the warning applies to other products or best-before dates.
The product ranges reviewed include oven-roasted peanuts and Tijgernootjes BBQ Paprika.
AH Ongezouten pinda’s 250 g is a plain peanut snack that you can weigh out yourself.
Jumbo Pinda’s Ongezouten 250 g is a good option if you’re comparing plain peanuts by ingredients and weighed portions.
PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten 250 gram is a plain, unsalted variety for comparing nutritional values and ingredients side by side.
The shop page consulted lists 200 g of roasted, unsalted peanuts for snacking or cooking.
The ALDI product page lists 250 g of roasted, unsalted Trader Joe’s peanuts.
A selection of Joybuy peanut snacks in different flavours and preparations. Compare the product information and ingredients for the exact variety with the things that matter to you.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a peanut snack with a double coating and BBQ paprika flavour. The product information lists 40% peanuts, 1,5 g salt per 100 g and wheat; the energy value listed for this variety differs between Albert Heijn and Duyvis.
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A flavoured peanut snack to compare with plain peanuts if flavour is your priority. Check the ingredients and allergens in the product information, which lists sugar, salt and soya, among other things.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a flavoured peanut snack with a tea flavour. Check the ingredients and nutritional information for this specific variety, and compare the values using the same quantity as for other options.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a seasoned, roasted peanut snack. Albert Heijn lists 97% peanuts, 606 kcal and 1,4 g salt per 100 g for this variety; it is not unsalted.
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A roasted peanut snack for anyone looking for a variety with no added salt. Being unsalted says nothing about the amount of energy; check the nutritional value per 100 g and weigh your portion.
Not on the basis of the nutritional values listed. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g as a condition for using the claim ‘low energy’; the varieties reviewed are well above that limit. A smaller portion changes how much you eat, not the nutritional value per 100 g.
No. Here, 25 g is a basis for comparison and the portion size shown on the AH pack reviewed. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal for a standard handful of 25 g of unsalted peanuts; a specific product may have a different value on its label. Use the nutritional information for the exact variety and weigh the amount you eat.
Store peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool, and follow the instructions on the pack too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10–15 °C as an example of cool storage. For the Tijgernootjes BBQ Paprika reviewed, the product information recommends storing them in a light-proof, airtight tin after opening.
No. Ingredients and possible allergens vary by variety. The Tijgernootjes BBQ Paprika reviewed contains wheat and may contain traces of milk, nuts, soya and mustard. Always check the pack for the exact product; a different preparation is not a solution for a peanut allergy.
According to the NVWA’s step-by-step guide, registration is required if you sell food several times a year; the guide mentions an exception for selling once a year. If you sell food several times a year, the NVWA also requires a food safety plan or hygiene code. Since 10 March 2026, food business registration has been handled through MijnNVWA.
