Who are these options for?

Grab an individual pack

You want to take an individually wrapped snack with your takeaway sandwich, without having to prepare anything at home. Duyvis lists a 60 g bag, while Foods & Goods describes a box of twenty individual bags.

Choose unsalted and portion it yourself

You’d rather choose an unsalted option and control how much you take with you than buy a ready-to-go bag. The ALDI and PLUS product pages list unsalted peanuts in 250 g packs.

Stock up for several lunches

You regularly take an extra snack with you and want to weigh up whether a box of individual bags or a larger pack is more practical. Choose a total quantity that suits how much you use; Jumbo, ALDI and PLUS list larger 250 g packs.

What should you look for when choosing?

First decide whether you want the convenience of an individual bag or would rather choose the amount yourself. Then consider which type you’d prefer and check how much each pack contains.

What to consider What should you check? Who does this matter most to?
Take it with you without preparation Check whether the pack contains individual bags and how many grams are in each one. Duyvis lists 60 g; Foods & Goods describes a box of twenty 60 g bags. When I pick up my sandwich, I want to take an individual bag with me without any preparation. This is the main priority for around 36% of consumers considering peanuts as an extra snack with a takeaway lunch sandwich.
Choose unsalted and portion it yourself Read the variety name and the label. The ALDI and PLUS product pages list unsalted peanuts in 250 g packs. If you want unsalted peanuts and to decide how much to take, you can weigh out and pack a portion in advance. Around 29% of consumers say this combination is their main consideration.
Choose a salted variety Check the variety and ingredients. Duyvis lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt for its salted variety. If a salted flavour is my priority, I look at the variety first and the packaging second. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this flavour choice.
Choose a pack to stock up Compare the number of individual bags and the amount in each one with the total contents of a larger pack. Foods & Goods describes twenty 60 g Duyvis bags; ALDI and PLUS list 250 g packs. For several lunches, I want to buy an amount that suits how much I actually use. Around 14% of consumers focus mainly on having enough in stock and the total quantity they’re buying.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming a 60 g bag is the recommended portion for lunch

    The contents of a pack tell you how much is inside, not how much you should eat at one lunch. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types of nuts you eat. That doesn’t mean a bag of this size is automatically a suitable portion.

    Choose how much you want to take with you, rather than letting the packaging decide how much you eat.

  • Confusing a larger bag with individual lunch packs

    The Jumbo, ALDI and PLUS product pages list 250 g packs. These are different from a box of individual bags, such as the multipack described by Foods & Goods.

    Before buying, check both the total contents and the number of individual packs.

  • Thinking roasting or choosing another brand makes peanuts allergy-safe

    According to the Food Allergy Foundation, the peanut allergen remains stable when heated. So choosing a different preparation method or brand doesn’t remove the risk associated with peanuts.

    Check the ingredients and allergen information. If you have a diagnosed allergy, follow your healthcare professional’s advice.

Brands and product ranges to consider

Duyvis

A useful option if you want to take an individual bag of salted peanuts with you.

  • Duyvis lists a 60 g pack; Foods & Goods describes a multipack containing twenty individual 60 g bags.
  • The amount in each bag doesn’t determine how much you should eat at lunch; choose the amount yourself.

Albert Heijn

The product page lists AH Extra Large Unsalted Peanuts 6-pack.

  • An option to consider if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts in a multipack.
  • Check the packaging to see how many peanuts each unit contains and how it is packed; the name 6-pack doesn’t provide those details.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists roasted, salted peanuts in a 250 g pack.

  • The product page says to store the peanuts in a cool, dry place.
  • This isn’t an individual lunch bag; Jumbo also warns that young children can choke on peanuts.

Lidl

The Lidl product page lists unsalted peanuts as a product variety.

  • Worth considering if you’re looking for an unsalted variety.
  • Check the specific pack and label to find out how much it contains and how it is packaged.

ALDI

The ALDI product page lists TRADER JOE’S roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.

  • A larger pack that lets you choose how much to take.
  • You’ll need to portion it yourself to take as a lunch snack; it isn’t an individual bag for each lunch.

PLUS

PLUS lists unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.

  • A larger pack that lets you choose how much to take with you.
  • You’ll need to portion it yourself to make an individual lunch bag. PLUS recommends checking the current label, as product information can change.

Joybuy products

Related products coming soon.

Frequently asked questions

Should you eat a whole 60 g bag at lunch?

No. 60 g is the amount in the bag, not a personal recommendation. Decide how much you want to eat and take a smaller amount with you if you prefer. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types of nuts you eat; that doesn’t mean a bag of salted peanuts to take with you is automatically a suitable portion for the day.

Are roasted peanuts suitable as an alternative if you have a peanut allergy?

No. According to the Food Allergy Foundation, the peanut allergen remains stable when heated, so roasting doesn’t make peanuts allergy-safe. Check the allergen information and, if you have a diagnosed allergy, follow your healthcare professional’s advice.

How should you store peanuts you’ve portioned yourself for a future lunch?

Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. For the salted peanuts it reviewed, Jumbo’s product page says to store them in a cool, dry place. Use the information on the specific product rather than assuming a general shelf life once opened.

Can you give whole peanuts to a child under 4?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against giving whole peanuts or nuts to children under 4 because of the risk of choking. This is nutritional and safety advice, not a legal age restriction on buying them.

Does the AH recall warning apply to all AH peanuts?

No. Albert Heijn’s warning concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. AH reports that the product may contain metal fragments and asks customers not to eat that specific product. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to the unsalted 6-pack or to all AH peanuts.