Portion-conscious remote workers
You want to have peanuts with lunch without losing track of how much you eat. Energy per weighed portion and a clearly defined serving size can help you make your choice.
Who are these choices relevant to?
Those looking for an unsalted addition to lunch
You’re looking for an unsalted addition and check the ingredients, protein and fibre, without assuming that unsalted or nutritious means low in calories. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five healthy eating guidelines.
Practical stock-up shoppers
You want to add peanuts to your regular shop and choose a pack that suits how much you eat and how you’ll store it after opening.
What should you look for when buying?
Published values for Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts, Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts, AH Unsalted Peanuts and PLUS Unsalted Peanuts range from 602 to 625 kcal per 100 grams; the product information comes from Jumbo, Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS respectively.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
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| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 grams and convert each variety to the same weighed amount. | If I want to keep an eye on my energy intake at lunch, I look at the portion I actually weigh out. Around 42% of consumers put managing calories at the top of their shopping priorities. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the ingredients list and salt content; unsalted does not automatically mean the product contains only peanuts. | If I’m mainly looking for an unsalted product and paying attention to nutritional values, I check the label for the exact variety. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this type of nutritional choice. |
| Portioning and storage | Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions after opening; the contents of the bag are not the same as a lunch portion. | If I’m buying peanuts to last for several working days, I consider the pack size and how I can store the pack. Around 17% of consumers prioritise practical everyday use. |
| Packaging and cost | When you buy, compare the unit price of the same type of product and choose a pack weight that suits how much you use. | If I mainly want to compare the cost of a similar quantity, I look at the unit price and weight. Around 16% of consumers put cost at the top of their shopping priorities. |
Common buying mistakes
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Confusing unsalted with low-calorie
Unsalted refers to the salt content, not the energy content. There is a separate threshold for the ‘low energy’ claim: the European Commission sets it at no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 grams for solid foods.
Consider salt and energy as separate properties. If your aim is to keep track of how much you eat, describe your choice as portion-conscious rather than low-calorie.
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Comparing portion values directly
Product pages may show nutritional values for different portion sizes. A value for 25 grams cannot be compared directly with one for 30 grams.
Start with kcal per 100 grams and convert each option to the same weighed amount.
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Taking pack weight as a lunch portion
The bags we looked at vary in weight. So the full contents of a larger pack won’t necessarily be the amount you eat with one lunch.
Choose a pack that suits how much you use and your storage options, then weigh out your lunch portion separately.
Brands and varieties to consider
Duyvis
Unsalted and salted varieties are available; the 235-gram pack of unsalted peanuts is an option if you want to weigh out your own portions.
- The Jumbo product page lists 614 kcal per 100 grams for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts. The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil.
- Describing the unsalted variety as a snack is a claim made by the brand, not an independent assessment that the product is low in calories.
Albert Heijn
The AH Unsalted Peanuts we looked at are available in a 300-gram pack; the product page lists a 25-gram portion.
- Albert Heijn lists 620 kcal per 100 grams and the ingredients as 96% peanuts and sunflower oil.
- This information applies to the pack we looked at and not necessarily to other Albert Heijn peanut varieties.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts 250 g are an unsalted option for anyone who wants to weigh out their own lunch portion.
- The Jumbo product page lists 99.5% peanuts, sunflower oil and 602 kcal per 100 grams for this variety.
- The nutritional value listed for 30 grams is the value on the label for that amount; it is not necessarily a suitable portion for everyone.
Lidl
The Dutch product listing includes unsalted peanuts; the Alesto range also includes peanuts in a spiced batter coating.
- The product listings distinguish between unsalted peanuts and a seasoned variety.
- The description of Alesto as crunchy comes from Lidl itself. A batter coating or flavour description is no proof of a lower energy content.
ALDI
The Dutch listing we looked at for Trader Joe’s is for roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250-gram pack.
- ALDI gives this variety a Nutri-Score A.
- The Nutri-Score does not prove that these peanuts are low in calories; check the nutritional value of the exact variety to assess this.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts, 250 grams, are a pack for anyone who wants to weigh out their own lunch portions.
- PLUS lists 99% peanuts, sunflower oil and 625 kcal per 100 grams for this variety.
- The ingredients and nutritional value apply to this pack and not necessarily to other PLUS peanut varieties.
Peanuts at Joybuy
This selection includes unsalted peanuts to portion yourself, peanuts in their shells and flavoured varieties.
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g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
Suitable if you want to stock up on unsalted peanuts and weigh out your own lunch portions.
The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. May contain cashew nuts.
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g’woon peanuts in their shells, 500 g
Suitable if you’re looking for a larger supply of peanuts and don’t mind shelling them as you eat.
The pack contains 500 g. The peanuts need to be shelled before eating. May contain traces of other nuts.
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Dahaoda walnut-flavoured peanuts, 258 g
Suitable if you’re looking for a flavoured peanut snack in individually wrapped portions.
The ingredients list includes added salt, sugar, walnut flavouring and soya lecithin; soya is listed as an allergen.
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Fresh roasted unsalted peanuts, 210 g
Suitable if you want unsalted peanuts and would like to calculate the nutritional value for a portion you weigh out yourself.
The product information lists 100% peanuts and 626 kcal per 100 grams. Contains peanuts.
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Lao Jie Kou roasted peanuts with tea flavour, 500 g
Suitable if you’re looking for a flavoured peanut snack and don’t specifically need unsalted peanuts.
The product information lists 544 kcal per 100 grams. The ingredients list includes salt, tea, flavouring, sweetener and flavour enhancers. Contains peanuts.
Frequently asked questions
Can ordinary peanuts be described as low-calorie in the Netherlands?
Only if they meet the threshold for that nutrition claim. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim may only be used for solid foods containing no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 grams; the four brand varieties we looked at with published values are above this level. A smaller portion does not change the threshold for the product claim.
How do I calculate the calories in my lunch portion?
Multiply the kcal per 100 grams by the number of grams you weigh out, then divide by 100. For Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts 250 g, the calculation based on the Jumbo product page is 602 × 25 ÷ 100 = 150,5 kcal. Here, 25 grams is an amount for comparison, not personalised dietary advice.
What allergen information should I check when buying online?
Check the ingredients list and any allergen warnings for the exact variety. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens must be clearly listed on the label; Business.gov.nl states that label information must also be available online. Peanuts are an allergen in their own right, and warnings about other nuts may vary by product.
How should I store an opened bag of peanuts?
Follow the storage advice for the pack in question. Albert Heijn advises storing the AH Unsalted Peanuts we looked at in a cool, dark and dry place, and closing the pack securely after use. For Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts, Jumbo says an opened bag is best stored in a light- and airtight container.
What should I do with the recalled tub of AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts?
Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 specifically concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to the possible presence of metal fragments. Do not eat the product. Follow Albert Heijn’s instructions to return it for a full refund. The warning does not automatically apply to other AH peanut products.