If protein per equal-sized portion is your main priority, the unsalted Duyvis variant reviewed contains slightly more protein per 25 g than the unsalted PLUS variant reviewed: 6.75 g compared with 6.25 g, based on the published label values on PLUS. This difference doesn’t prove a recovery benefit. Consider portion size, energy and salt too, and treat peanuts as part of a varied lunch that suits your sports goals.
You want the protein in your desk lunch to support your strength training or endurance sport. Compare protein per weighed portion and consider the rest of your meal and daily diet too; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of eating a varied diet.
You want to take peanuts with you and know how much energy and protein you’re eating. Weighing your portion helps you apply the nutritional values on the label to your lunch.
You’re looking for an unsalted addition to enjoy regularly with lunch. Check the exact variant, and store opened peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre.
First compare a weighed portion of the exact variant, then consider how it fits with the rest of your lunch, your salt preferences and how you plan to store it.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare the same portion size and consider the other sources of protein in your lunch too. | I want to know what my weighed portion adds, not just what’s listed per 100 g. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the protein their lunch provides. |
| Portion size and energy | Weigh the amount and compare energy and protein on the same basis. | I want to keep track of how much I eat and the energy in my lunch. Around 27% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Salted or unsalted | Check the variant name and the salt value on the label. | I choose peanuts for regular use and don’t want added salt if it isn’t needed. Around 20% of consumers prioritise unsalted options. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the net weight and how you can seal the rest after opening. | I want to take a suitable amount with me and store the rest properly. Around 20% of consumers place particular importance on practical portioning and storage. |
Based on the published values, a 25 g portion of the unsalted Duyvis and PLUS variants reviewed contains 6.75 g and 6.25 g of protein respectively. The values per 100 g don’t tell you how much protein you’ll get from a smaller portion.
Weigh the portion you plan to eat, then consider your whole lunch.
The PLUS product page lists 24.7 g of protein and 0.78 g of salt per 100 g for the salted variant, compared with 25 g of protein and 0 g of salt for the unsalted variant reviewed. These figures don’t show that the salted option contains more protein.
Choose salted peanuts if you specifically want that flavour, and take the salt value into account.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, as they’re susceptible to mould.
Take a weighed portion with you and store the rest in a suitable sealed container, following the pack’s instructions.
Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific variant and date, not to all AH peanuts.
Check the full product name, packaging and best-before date. Don’t eat the product mentioned in the warning.
Worth considering if you want to compare an unsalted option with separate salted and flavoured varieties.
The product page lists AH Unsalted Peanuts as a separate product range.
The product pages list unsalted peanuts in 250 g and 350 g packs.
The range page lists 285 g of unsalted peanuts.
The Dutch product page lists 250 g of roasted, unsalted Trader Joe's peanuts.
The product pages provide label values for a 300 g unsalted stand-up pouch and a 275 g tub of salted peanuts.
This Joybuy selection includes unsalted and flavoured peanuts. Compare the variant and the nutritional and allergen information on the product packaging with what you’re looking for in a lunch option.
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The title identifies this as an unsalted variant; check the nutritional values for this exact product and the allergen information on the packaging.
The product information lists peanuts and states that the product may contain cashew nuts.
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This flavoured variety is a good fit if you’re specifically looking for walnut-flavoured peanuts; check the ingredients and nutritional information before choosing.
The product information lists peanuts and soya as allergens.
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The product title describes roasted tea-infused peanuts; check the ingredients and nutritional information if you’re considering a more distinctive flavour.
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The title describes roasted peanuts; check the packaging to make sure the variant and nutritional information suit your lunch.
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The product title describes tea-roasted peanuts; check the variant and the preparation and storage information on the packaging.
The product information states that the product should be consumed immediately after opening.
Consider your whole meal and daily diet. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a 25 g handful of unsalted peanuts provides an average of 6.3 g of protein. Include peanuts as one part of your lunch; that portion alone can’t tell you whether your overall diet suits your sports goals.
No. Use the values for the exact variant when comparing products. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides average nutritional values, but these can vary between brands and variants. Check the current packaging too.
Store peanuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool place where possible and notes that they’re susceptible to mould.
Read the label, including the ingredients list and any allergen warnings. The NVWA lists peanuts as an allergen that must be declared. New rules for warnings about unintended allergens have applied in the Netherlands since 1 January 2026; if you have an allergy, check the information on the exact product packaging.
Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026 due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat that specific product with that date; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other AH peanuts.
