The unsalted peanuts reviewed are not low in calories: Jumbo lists 602 kcal per 100 grams, AH 620 kcal and PLUS 625 kcal for the variants checked. If you want to snack more mindfully, compare the energy content for the same portion size and choose a pack that suits the amount you’ll actually use. Oven-roasted without added oil does not mean that peanuts are fat-free or unsalted.
You want to know how much energy is in a snack portion. To compare products, use the same quantity, as manufacturer serving sizes can vary. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal for a 25-gram handful of unsalted peanuts.
You eat peanuts regularly and want to choose a pack that suits how you use them. Compare the net weight of the exact variants, and only buy a larger bag if you can store it properly and use it up. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry, airtight container.
You’re looking for a simple peanut snack or something to add to dishes. Check the ingredients and seasoning on the pack: an oven-roasted variety with a savoury flavour is not necessarily unsalted.
First compare the energy content for the same portion size and check the exact ingredients. Then choose a pack size that suits how you use the product.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who might find this more important? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 grams and work out the value for the same portion size. Jumbo lists 602 kcal per 100 grams, AH 620 kcal and PLUS 625 kcal for the unsalted variants mentioned; for 25 grams, that’s around 151–156 kcal. | If I want to know how much energy is in my snack, I weigh out a set amount rather than comparing different manufacturer serving sizes. Around 34% of consumers put the energy content of a portion first. |
| Pack size | Check the net weight and choose an amount you’ll actually use. A larger bag needs to be sealed properly and stored in a dry place. | If I don’t want to carry or use a large amount at once, I choose a size that suits how I use the product. Around 33% of consumers focus mainly on affordability and the amount they buy at a time. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check whether salt or a savoury seasoning has been added. Jumbo lists 0.01 grams of salt per 100 grams for its unsalted variant; the label on the exact pack is the final guide. | If I’m looking for peanuts with no added salt, I check the ingredients rather than relying on the name on the front. Around 20% of consumers prioritise a product with no added salt. |
| Preparation method and flavour | Duyvis describes Oven Baked Original as made without added oil or fat; the manufacturer also lists a savoury seasoning mix containing salt. Check the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variant. | If I’m specifically looking for a savoury flavour or oven-roasted peanuts, I check the seasoning mix and nutritional information too. Around 13% of consumers focus mainly on flavour or preparation method. |
Unsalted describes the ingredients, not the energy content. The unsalted variants reviewed list 602–625 kcal per 100 grams.
Compare kcal per 100 grams and decide how much you’ll eat; these products should not be described as low in calories.
Nutritional information for 25 grams cannot be compared directly with a figure for 30 grams.
Convert the figures on the labels to the same quantity, and check whether the stated serving size matches what you actually eat.
According to Duyvis, ‘without added oil or fat’ does not mean the peanuts contain no fat. The Original variant also has a savoury seasoning mix containing salt.
Check the ingredients, nutritional information and allergen details for the exact variant.
Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 applies specifically to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026; it does not apply to all AH peanut products.
Check the product name, packaging and best-before date. Do not eat the product in question, and follow Albert Heijn’s instructions for returning it.
The range includes unsalted peanuts and an oven-roasted Original variant, offering different options.
The unsalted packs checked, weighing 250 and 500 grams, differ in net weight.
The unsalted 250- and 500-gram bags checked are available in different pack sizes.
The range information lists both unsalted peanuts and peanuts in a spiced coating.
The TRADER JOE’S products listed include roasted, unsalted peanuts and a separate unsalted variety.
The unsalted own-brand option checked is a 500-gram bag.
These products include plain, roasted and seasoned peanuts; check the ingredients and portion information for each variant.
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A small pack for anyone who wants to use a measured amount of unsalted peanuts.
The product description lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts.
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A sweet and savoury option if you’re looking for oven-roasted peanuts with honey and salt.
The description lists peanuts, honey and salt. Contains peanuts, wheat and gluten; may contain other nuts.
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An option if you’re looking for peanuts in their shells to snack on or use in dishes.
The pack contains 500 grams. Contains peanuts and may contain traces of nuts.
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A roasted option if you’re looking for peanuts to snack on, cook with or bake with.
The description lists 100% peanuts, roasted without salt, and 626 kcal per 100 grams. Contains peanuts.
No. The unsalted variants checked list 602–625 kcal per 100 grams. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim for solid foods is subject to a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 grams; Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 sets out the conditions for nutrition claims.
Convert both nutritional values to the same quantity. Multiply the kcal per 100 grams by the number of grams in the portion you’re comparing, then divide by 100. Jumbo lists 602 kcal per 100 grams for its unsalted peanuts, or 150.5 kcal per 25 grams; the product page rounds this to 181 kcal per 30 grams.
No. Duyvis describes Oven Baked Original as made without added oil or fat, but that doesn’t mean the peanuts contain no fat. The manufacturer also lists a savoury seasoning mix containing salt; check the nutritional information for the exact variant.
Do not eat peanuts if you have a peanut allergy. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority lists peanuts as an allergen that must be declared on prepacked products. If you have other allergies, also check the up-to-date ingredients and cross-contamination information on the pack; the manufacturer states that Duyvis Oven Baked Original may contain wheat and nuts.
Store peanuts in a dry place in an airtight container and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry, airtight container; for the unsalted bag checked, AH also advises storing it in a dark place and resealing it properly after use.
