Film snackers keeping an eye on portions
You want to enjoy peanuts during a film while keeping track of the total energy in your snack. Compare the same quantity and decide in advance how much to serve.
Who might find this choice relevant?
Snackers looking to cut down on salt
You’re looking for an unsalted variety and bear in mind that less salt doesn’t automatically mean less energy.
Fans of sweet or savoury flavours
Choose a flavour you enjoy, then check the nutritional information and allergens for that specific variety.
What should you look for when choosing?
First compare the nutritional values for the same quantity, then decide what portion you want to serve. Consider energy, salt, flavour and pack size separately.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important to? |
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| Energy per portion | Compare the kcal per 100 g for the exact variety and calculate the value for the same portion size. | If you’re keeping an eye on your total energy intake during the film, weighing out a set portion helps you keep track of how much you eat; around 42% of consumers make energy their top priority. |
| Salt content | Check the amount of salt per 100 g on the label; the product name alone doesn’t tell you how much salt it contains. | If your main aim is to eat less salt, the salt figure is the deciding factor, even if another variety lists slightly less energy per 100 g. Around 25% of consumers make lower salt content their top priority. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Check the sugar, salt, ingredients and allergens for the specific flavour variety. | If you’re looking for a sweet or savoury flavour in particular, you can then weigh up the nutritional values and ingredients that come with it; around 17% of consumers choose flavour as their first priority. |
| Pack size and portions | Choose an amount that suits the number of people sharing, and follow the storage instructions after opening. | A suitable pack size can be practical for a film night with several people or for snacks spread over more than one occasion; around 16% of consumers prioritise convenience when sharing and buying. |
Common mistakes
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Confusing unsalted or made without added oil with low in calories
Duyvis Unsalted lists 614 kcal per 100 g and Oven Baked Original lists 606 kcal per 100 g. According to the European Commission, a solid food can only be described as ‘low energy’ if it contains no more than 40 kcal per 100 g.
Check energy and salt separately, then compare portions of the same weight.
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Assuming a lower energy figure means less sugar or salt
Of the three varieties assessed, Duyvis Honey lists the least energy per 100 g, but it also contains 25 g of sugars and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g. The labels for Duyvis Unsalted and Oven Baked Original list 7.1 g and 6.8 g of sugars per 100 g respectively.
Choose Honey for its flavour and the specific energy trade-off, and assess sugar and salt separately.
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Comparing different portion sizes or whole packs
The Duyvis packs assessed have different net weights. The portion values on labels may also be based on a different amount from the one you serve.
Compare the values per 100 g and calculate them for the same portion size.
Brands and varieties for reference
Duyvis
The varieties assessed—Unsalted, Oven Baked Original and Oven Baked Honey—offer different trade-offs in terms of energy, salt and flavour.
- The Dutch labels at Jumbo list 561 kcal per 100 g for Honey, 606 kcal for Original and 614 kcal for Unsalted. Honey has the lowest energy value of the three; Unsalted lists less than 0.01 g of salt.
- Duyvis says Original is roasted without added oil or fat. That preparation method doesn’t make the product low in calories; Original lists 1.4 g of salt per 100 g.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Peanuts is a supermarket own-brand option for anyone looking for unsalted peanuts.
- Albert Heijn’s product page confirms the variety.
- Unsalted doesn’t in itself indicate a lower energy value. Check the nutritional information on the pack.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts 250 g is an own-brand option; Jumbo also publishes labels for the Duyvis varieties mentioned above.
- Jumbo’s product page names the own-brand unsalted variety and gives its pack size.
- Nutritional values for Duyvis apply only to those Duyvis products and can’t automatically be applied to Jumbo own-brand peanuts.
Lidl
Lidl lists an unsalted peanut variety for anyone looking for peanuts with no added salt.
- The product name gives you a starting point if you’re looking for an option with no added salt.
- Check the exact pack; don’t assume nutritional values from other Lidl products or products sold in other countries apply.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists TRADER JOE’S Roasted Unsalted Peanuts in a 250 g pack.
- The product information identifies the roasted, unsalted variety and its pack size.
- Check the nutritional values on the exact pack; ‘unsalted’ isn’t a calorie claim.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts 250 g is an own-brand variety made with peanuts and sunflower oil.
- PLUS lists 99% peanuts, sunflower oil and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g.
- The product information notes that it may contain cashew nuts. Check the energy unit on the pack before comparing it with values in kcal.
Peanuts at Joybuy
This selection includes unsalted peanuts, peanuts in their shells and roasted varieties. Check the nutritional information, ingredients and allergens for each pack.
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g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
An option if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts for a film night.
The product information lists 2,690 kJ and 0.02 g of salt; check the pack to see what quantity these values relate to.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts; check this if you have a relevant allergy.
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g’woon peanuts in their shells, 500 g
Ideal for a film snack if you like shelling your peanuts as you eat.
The product information lists 2,515 kJ and 0.12 g of salt; check the pack to see what quantity these values relate to.
Shelling them takes a little extra effort while you snack. Contains peanuts and is described as containing nuts.
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Duyvis roasted peanuts, 225 g
A roasted variety for anyone looking for a savoury peanut snack.
The product information lists 606 kcal, 1.4 g of salt and 6.8 g of sugars per 100 g.
Contains peanuts and may contain other nuts; check the pack if you have a relevant allergy.
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Duyvis honey and lightly salted oven-roasted peanuts
A sweet-and-salty variety if that’s the flavour you fancy during a film.
The product information lists 561 kcal, 25 g of sugars and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g.
Contains peanuts, wheat and cereals containing gluten, and may contain other nuts. The product information warns of a choking hazard for young children.
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Verse extra large roasted peanuts, 210 g
A roasted, unsalted option if that’s the combination you’re looking for.
The product information lists 626 kcal per 100 g.
Contains peanuts; not suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
Frequently asked questions
Can these peanuts be described as low calorie in the Netherlands?
No, not based on the stated values for the three Duyvis varieties assessed. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim for solid foods requires a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the Dutch labels at Jumbo list 561 to 614 kcal per 100 g. Serving a smaller portion doesn’t change the product’s nutrition claim.
How do I convert 30 g to a 25 g portion?
Use the value per 100 g and multiply it by 25 divided by 100. For Duyvis Oven Baked Original, 606 kcal per 100 g works out at 151.5 kcal per 25 g; this is calculated from the label value.
Does unsalted mean peanuts contain fewer calories?
No, ‘unsalted’ describes the salt content and doesn’t indicate lower energy. The Dutch labels at Jumbo list 614 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted and 606 kcal per 100 g for Oven Baked Original, so compare the two values separately.
What should I check if someone with a food allergy is joining us?
Before serving, check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety, and don’t serve peanuts to anyone with a peanut allergy. The Duyvis Honey variety assessed also lists wheat and cereals containing gluten; Original and Unsalted state that they may contain other nuts. The NVWA says that new rules for warnings about the unintended presence of allergens apply from 1 January 2026; this is different from an allergen being present as an ingredient.
Are whole peanuts suitable for young children during a film?
Don’t assume that whole peanuts are a suitable snack for young children. The product information for the Duyvis Honey variety assessed warns of a choking hazard for young children; follow the warning on the pack.