Campers who want to weigh their portions
You want to keep eating peanuts, but pay attention to how much you have at each snack. Compare the energy per 100 g and weigh your portion, so you don’t confuse ‘unsalted’ with ‘low in energy’.
Who should take peanuts camping?
Snackers looking for less salt
You mainly choose an unsalted variety. Also check the ingredients and allergen information: a variety with a lower declared energy value may be salted or contain other ingredients.
Campers planning their supplies
You’re taking peanuts for several days and want to bring the right amount and store them properly. Match the pack size to your planned portions and seal your supply securely after use; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container.
What should you look for when choosing?
First compare the nutritional values per 100 g, then decide how much you want to weigh out for each snack. Next, check whether the salt, ingredients and packaging suit the way you’ll use them on your camping trip.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh out the amount you want to eat. | If I want to take peanuts with me but manage the energy in each snack, I weigh out my portion rather than eating straight from the bag. Around 42% of consumers prioritise portion size and energy per snack. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check the salt, ingredients and allergen information on the packaging. | If I want less salt or need to avoid an allergen, I look beyond the kcal figure alone. Around 33% of consumers base their choice mainly on the ingredients. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. | If I want to spread my peanuts over several days of camping, I choose a bag that suits my planned snacks and can be sealed securely after opening. Around 25% of consumers say that portability, portioning and storage are the main deciding factors. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming ‘unsalted’ or ‘oven-baked’ means low in energy
These labels refer to something other than the energy content. The European Commission and the NVWA state that the ‘low energy’ nutrition claim for solid foods has a limit of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g. The peanuts compared here are well above that.
Check the energy per 100 g separately from the salt, preparation method and any nutrition scores.
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Looking only at the lowest kcal figure
Jumbo Dry Roasted lists 564 kcal and 1,80 g of salt per 100 g, and contains wheat and gluten. A lower energy value doesn’t automatically make a variety suitable if you want less salt or need to avoid an ingredient.
First decide whether energy, salt or an allergen restriction matters most to you, then read the ingredients and allergen information.
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Treating a large bag as one portion
A bag contains several snack portions. For example, the 250 g AH pack lists portions of 25 g; the total pack size is not the same as one weighed portion.
Plan how many grams you want to eat at each snack and, if needed, portion out your supply in advance.
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Assuming peanuts will withstand camping heat and damp
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, tightly sealed container. Damp can affect their quality, so a warm or humid tent isn’t a suitable place to store them.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging and choose a dry spot that’s as cool as possible. Seal your supply securely after each use.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Offers unsalted peanuts and an Oven Baked product range, for those who pay attention to factors such as salt or preparation method.
- Jumbo lists 614 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Pinda’s Ongezouten 235 g.
- ‘Without added oil or fat’ is Duyvis’s description of Oven Baked, not proof that the product is low in energy.
Albert Heijn
The AH Ongezouten peanuts reviewed come in a 250 g bag that you can portion out yourself.
- The product page lists 620 kcal and 0 g of salt per 100 g, with a portion size of 25 g.
- The ingredients include sunflower oil. These details apply to the 250 g variety reviewed.
Jumbo
The varieties reviewed include unsalted peanuts and seasoned Dry Roasted peanuts.
- Jumbo lists 602 kcal per 100 g for the unsalted variety and 564 kcal per 100 g for Dry Roasted.
- Dry Roasted is salted and lists 1,80 g of salt per 100 g; the product also contains wheat and gluten. This difference applies to these varieties, not the entire range.
Lidl
The Dutch product page describes a 200 g variety of roasted, unsalted peanuts for snacking or cooking.
- The pack size gives you a clear weight to take along and divide between snacks.
- Roasted and unsalted don’t indicate a lower energy value.
ALDI
The official Dutch product page describes 250 g of TRADER JOE’S roasted, unsalted peanuts.
- The page lists Nutri-Score A; this isn’t the same as claiming the product is low in energy.
- Check the energy value in the nutritional information on the packaging, and choose a bag based on its size and ingredients.
PLUS
The 250 g bag of unsalted peanuts reviewed is designed for portioning out yourself.
- The PLUS product page lists 625 kcal and 0,02 g of salt per 100 g for this variety; the ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
- A separately reviewed 300 g stand-up pouch has different nutritional information; don’t assume different pack sizes are interchangeable.
Peanuts at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes unsalted and seasoned peanuts, as well as varieties for different snacking occasions. Compare the nutritional information on the packaging and weigh out an amount that suits your choice.
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Fresh Spicy Peanuts (Katjang Pedis), 220 g
A good choice if you’re looking for seasoned, spicy peanuts to enjoy over several snacks; the product information lists a 220 g pack.
The ingredients include peanuts, wheat flour and salt. Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.
Once opened, store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack securely.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g
A good choice if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts and want to spread your supply over several snacks; the pack contains 250 g.
The ingredients list 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The product information may mention cashew nuts; check the packaging if this is important to you.
Once opened, seal securely and store in a cool, dry place.
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g'woon Dry Roasted Peanuts, 200 g
A good choice if you’re looking for dry-roasted peanuts to enjoy over several snacks; the product information lists a resealable 200 g bag.
The ingredients include salt and spices. Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.
Once opened, store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack securely.
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Lao Jie Kou Yashi Xiang Tea-Infused Roasted Peanuts, 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for roasted peanuts with a tea aroma and planning supplies for several snacks; the pack contains 500 g.
The ingredients list salt. Check the nutritional information and allergens on the packaging.
The product information recommends storing in a cool, dry place.
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g'woon Peanuts in Shell, 500 g
A good choice if you’re looking for peanuts in their shells and want to spread your supply over several snacks; the pack contains 500 g.
The product information states that it may contain traces of nuts. Check the packaging if this is important to you.
Once opened, seal securely and store in a cool, dry place.
Frequently asked questions
Are peanuts with fewer calories really low in energy?
Not necessarily: the five varieties compared contain 564–625 kcal per 100 g. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim for solid foods has a limit of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g.
Can I compare portions on different packs directly?
First compare per 100 g, then calculate the values for the same weighed amount. AH lists a 25 g portion, while the Jumbo Ongezouten and Duyvis Ongezouten pages reviewed use 30 g. Nutritional values are average declarations, not measurements of every individual portion.
How should I store opened peanuts when camping?
Seal the pack securely or use an airtight container, and store the peanuts somewhere dry and as cool as possible. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10–15 °C as an example of cool storage. Also follow the product label; general storage advice can’t guarantee that a warm or damp tent is suitable.
What should I check if someone in my camping group has a food allergy?
Before buying, read the ingredients, any allergens highlighted on the pack and any warnings about cross-contamination. Peanuts are an allergen that must be listed; seasoned varieties may also contain wheat. Don’t rely on warnings about accidental presence instead of checking the ingredients list.
Are whole peanuts suitable for young children when camping?
Take care: whole peanuts can cause young children to choke. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns against giving small children whole nuts and peanuts. Don’t assume that a snack suitable for adults is also suitable for young children.