People working from home who also exercise
You want to know what peanuts add to your lunch and assess sports nutrition in the context of your everyday diet.
Who are peanuts at lunchtime for?
Lunchers who keep an eye on portions
You’re looking for an easy-to-measure addition and want to factor energy and salt into the portion you eat.
People working from home who plan their food shop
You eat peanuts on several working-from-home lunch days and want a pack that’s easy to portion and store.
What should you look for when buying?
| What to consider | What to check when buying | Who this matters to |
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| Protein content | Check the nutritional information per 100 grams and work out how much is in your own portion. | On training days, you may want to know what a weighed portion adds to your lunch and how it fits into your overall diet. Around 31% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Portion, energy and salt | Compare energy and salt on the same basis, and choose a portion that suits what you want to eat. | If you want to manage how much you eat, bear in mind that a larger portion also adds more energy. Around 25% of consumers prioritise portion size, energy or salt. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and storage instructions; seal the pack properly once opened. | If you’re buying peanuts for several work-from-home lunches, choose a pack you can divide into portions and store carefully. Around 19% of consumers make convenient storage their top priority. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check whether these are plain peanuts or a seasoned variety. | If flavour and ingredients are what matter most to you, check what else has been added besides peanuts. Around 13% of consumers put this at the top of their list. |
| Allergens | Read the latest allergen information and any cross-contamination warnings on the packaging. | If someone in your household has a peanut allergy, checking allergen information takes priority over flavour or nutritional values. Around 12% of consumers make allergen safety their main consideration. |
Things to bear in mind when buying peanuts
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Assuming a search term such as ‘high protein’ is a verified product claim
Seeing the term in a search doesn’t confirm that a particular pack meets the requirements for a nutrition claim. The NVWA and the European Commission point out that nutrition claims are subject to European rules.
Compare the nutrition table for the exact variety and work out the value for your own portion from the amount per 100 grams. Don’t draw conclusions about recovery or sports performance based on the packaging alone.
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Ignoring a recall notice because you recognise the brand
The Albert Heijn warning concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026; it does not automatically apply to other AH peanuts.
Check the product variety and best-before date together. If you have the affected pack, follow Albert Heijn’s recall instructions.
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Choosing a large pack without a storage routine
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a cool, dry place. A pack that’s difficult to reseal or use in time needs extra care.
Choose a pack size that suits how much you use, and reseal it after portioning.
Brands and retailers to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes its unsalted peanut range as suitable for snacking and cooking.
- The manufacturer lists several ways to use its unsalted variety.
- This product description does not prove a higher protein content or faster recovery.
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists AH Extra Large Unsalted Peanuts as a product variety.
- The unsalted variety is clearly identified as such.
- The recall warning applies specifically to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted peanuts in packs including 250- and 500-gram sizes.
- The pack sizes mentioned offer different options for storing and portioning.
- A larger pack tells you nothing by itself about protein content or nutritional value.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands describes a 285-gram pack of unsalted peanuts as a shop product.
- The product description states the variety and pack size.
- This information does not confirm a higher protein content; check the latest product information when buying.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250-gram pack.
- The preparation method and pack size are stated for this variety.
- Commercial quality claims are not independent proof of better performance or recovery.
PLUS
PLUS product pages provide nutritional values for specific salted and unsalted peanuts in 275-gram tubs.
- Per 100 grams, PLUS lists 24,945 grams of protein and 0 grams of salt for the unsalted variety; the salted variety contains 24,7 grams of protein and 0,78 grams of salt.
- These values apply to the varieties mentioned and do not prove any sports-specific benefits.
Peanuts at Joybuy
These products offer different options for adding peanuts to lunch, including unsalted, flavoured and in-shell varieties. Compare the nutritional values and ingredients of the exact variety with your portion and preferences.
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g’woon Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g
An unsalted option that you can portion yourself to add to your work-from-home lunch.
The product description lists 27 g of protein and 0,02 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Contains peanuts and may contain traces of cashew nuts.
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Dahaoda Walnut Flavour Peanuts, 258 g
A flavoured option if you’d like to compare the taste and ingredients with those of plain peanuts.
The nutrition table lists 24,8 g of protein per 100 g. The ingredients list includes sugar, salt and soya lecithin. Contains peanuts and soya.
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Lao Jie Kou Yashi Xiang Tea-Infused Roasted Peanuts, 500 g
The larger pack may suit you if you eat peanuts on several occasions and are happy to remove the shells before eating.
The nutrition table lists 25,2 g of protein and 544 kcal per 100 g. The product description says these are roasted in-shell peanuts with a tea flavour; salt and flavourings are listed among the ingredients. Contains peanuts.
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g’woon Peanuts in Shell, 500 g
A larger pack of in-shell peanuts to divide between several occasions; shell them before eating.
The nutrition table lists 29 g of protein and 0,12 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and may contain traces of other nuts.
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Verse Extra Large Roasted Peanuts, 210 g
A roasted variety with no added salt, for anyone who wants to consider the ingredients and salt content.
The product description states that it contains 100% peanuts. Per 100 g, the nutrition table lists 26,0 g of protein, 626 kcal and 0,02 g of salt. Contains peanuts.
Frequently asked questions
Are peanuts enough for a full post-workout lunch?
Consider your whole lunch and daily diet, not just one ingredient. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, strength or endurance training can increase your protein needs. The protein in peanuts alone doesn’t tell you whether your whole lunch meets your needs.
How do I compare different portions of peanuts?
Convert the values per 100 grams to the same portion weight: multiply the value by your portion in grams and divide by 100. Based on the PLUS product page, 25 grams of the unsalted variety, which contains 24,945 grams of protein per 100 grams, provides around 6,24 grams of protein. This is a calculation based on the stated nutritional value, not a laboratory measurement.
How should I store an opened bag of peanuts?
Store peanuts in a well-sealed container in a cool, dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends this storage method for nuts; also follow the instructions on the packaging.
What should I look for in allergen information?
Check the packaging for allergen information and any cross-contamination warnings. According to the NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. From 1 January 2026, the NVWA is also checking that cross-contamination warnings are used correctly on labels.
What should I do with the recalled AH tub?
Follow Albert Heijn’s recall instructions for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. The warning concerns this specific variety and date, not all AH peanuts.