If you have a peanut allergy, don’t choose peanuts. If you can eat peanuts but need to avoid another ingredient, check the ingredients list and warnings on the packaging of the exact variant. Plain, unsalted peanuts may suit you if you’re avoiding added salt, but unsalted or vegan doesn’t mean allergen-free, and it doesn’t prove that a product is gluten-free.
You can eat peanuts but want to avoid another ingredient. Check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging of the exact variant. Duyvis and PLUS warn that the unsalted variants mentioned may contain other nuts.
You’re looking for a savoury evening snack with no added salt. Unsalted peanuts may fit the bill, as long as the ingredients and allergens meet your dietary requirements.
You’re buying for someone else, so first find out which allergen they need to avoid. Peanuts aren’t suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy; Stichting Voedselallergie describes peanut allergy as an allergy to proteins in peanuts.
Start with the allergen or ingredient you need to avoid, then compare the dietary information, salt content and packaging.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Excluding an allergen | Check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging of the exact variant. A peanut allergy means avoiding peanuts. | If you need to avoid one specific allergen, start with the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack. Around 42% of consumers in this context prioritise excluding that allergen. |
| What dietary claims mean | Check that the information applies to your dietary requirement; vegan and unsalted claims don’t, by themselves, tell you anything about all allergens. | If you need a specific dietary claim, you’ll want to know exactly what it means. Around 25% of consumers prioritise verifiable dietary information. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check the ingredients list and compare the nutritional values on the same basis. | If you’d rather avoid added salt in the evening, the ingredients and nutritional information matter. Around 17% of consumers prioritise this when choosing how much salt to have. |
| Packaging and storage | Compare the pack size with how you’ll use it, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. | If you want a snack to enjoy over several evenings, the quantity and storage advice are worth considering. These are the top purchase priorities for around 16% of consumers. |
Those descriptions don’t change the fact that peanuts contain peanut proteins. The unsalted variants from Duyvis and PLUS that we looked at also warn that they may contain other nuts.
First establish which allergen you need to avoid. Only then assess the salt, recipe and any dietary information on the exact pack.
A list without gluten-containing ingredients and a gluten-free claim don’t answer the same question. The possibility of cross-contamination needs to be considered separately.
For the exact variant, check reliable information about your dietary requirement; don’t assume a simple recipe means the product is suitable for a gluten-free diet.
Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 applies only to AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 4 November 2026. The warning mentions possible metal particles.
Don’t eat this specific pack, and follow Albert Heijn’s instructions for returning it or getting a refund. Check the product name, packaging and best-before date; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to all AH peanuts.
Offers plain, unsalted peanuts, among other products; the pack we looked at contains 235 g.
Has an own-brand unsalted peanut variant.
Lists Jumbo Pinda’s Ongezouten in a 250 g pack.
Lists unsalted peanuts in a 285 g pack.
Aldi’s product listing is for Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted peanuts, 250 g.
Offers an unsalted variant in a 300 g stand-up pouch.
This selection includes plain, unsalted peanuts, peanuts in their shells, a cashew and peanut mix, and raw peanuts. Check the ingredients and allergen warnings for each variant.
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A good choice if you can eat peanuts and are looking for unsalted peanuts with a simple recipe. The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil; the product may contain cashew nuts.
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A roasted, unsalted option for anyone who can eat peanuts. The product information lists 100% peanuts and 0.02 g salt per 100 g.
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The peanuts are in their shells, so you’ll need to shell them as you snack. The product information lists peanuts as an ingredient and warns that traces of nuts may be present.
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This mix may suit you if you can eat peanuts and cashew nuts and are looking for a mixed snack. The product information lists cashew nuts, peanuts, honey and salt as ingredients; the product may also contain traces of other nuts and soya.
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These are raw peanuts, so you’ll need to prepare them if you want a roasted snack. The product information lists peanuts as an ingredient.
No. Peanuts contain peanut proteins and aren’t suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy. The unsalted variants from Duyvis and PLUS that we looked at also warn that they may contain other nuts.
This type of warning alerts you to the possible unintended presence of an allergen. According to the NVWA, new Dutch rules for these warnings apply from 1 January 2026: businesses must first try to prevent cross-contamination and, where necessary, carry out a risk assessment. Examples of permitted warnings include ‘May contain X’ and ‘Not suitable for people with an X allergy’.
Yes. The NVWA says that informing consumers about allergens present is a legal requirement. Before you buy, also check the information on the exact packaging.
Don’t eat AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub with a best-before date of 4 November 2026. Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 mentions possible metal particles; Albert Heijn is offering refunds in store or through a form for online purchases. According to the warning, other best-before dates aren’t affected.
The product advice for PLUS Pinda’s ongezouten Per Stazak 300 g is to store in a cool, dry place. Check the best-before date on the packaging.
