If you want to take peanuts with you without any preparation, a small retail pack is convenient; its weight doesn’t automatically determine your eating portion. For more control over protein and energy, weigh out a portion and use the nutrition table for the exact product. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives average values of 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts. This is a category reference, not the label value for every product.
If you want to grab a pack without weighing it at home, check that its contents match the amount you plan to eat. For example, Duyvis lists a 60 g salted pack; the manufacturer offers several pack sizes.
If you want to manage your protein, energy and salt intake based on what you actually eat, compare the nutrition tables using the same portion size. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides a category reference; product labels apply to the specific variety.
If you want to prepare portions in advance, larger packs that you can portion yourself are worth considering. Compare the weight and details for the exact variety, and follow the storage instructions after opening.
First decide whether convenience with no preparation or control over the amount you weigh out matters more to you. Then compare labels using the same portion size.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Which shoppers is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack weight and portion | Compare the weight of each pack with the portion shown on the label. A 60 g pack is the pack weight, not a recommended portion. | If I want something to take with me without preparing it first, I check whether the pack suits the occasion. Convenience comes first for around 34% of shoppers. |
| Nutrition per portion | Compare protein and energy for the same amount, using the table for the exact variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives average values of 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts. | If I want to know how much protein and energy my planned snack provides, I calculate it based on the amount I actually eat. This is the top priority for around 33% of shoppers. |
| Unsalted or salted | Check the ingredients and salt content per 100 g and per portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in the Wheel of Five; choosing an unsalted variety does not, in itself, tell you anything about its energy content. | If I want to choose unsalted peanuts, I also check the nutrition information for my portion. This preference comes first for around 20% of shoppers. |
| Packaging and pack size | Check how many portions you can get from the pack, how to store it after opening, and whether a retail unit contains multiple packs. | If I take peanuts with me regularly, I want to choose an amount I’ll actually use and can store properly. This comes first for around 13% of shoppers. |
The 60 g Duyvis pack contains more than the 25 g reference portion the Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses for unsalted peanuts. The nutrition values for that reference do not automatically apply to a salted product.
Distinguish between the pack weight and the amount you want to eat. Calculate protein, energy and salt using the label for your variety.
Pack weights and label values differ between the peanuts reviewed. Details for one pack therefore cannot be applied to another without checking first.
Check the exact variety, weight and nutrition table before comparing portions.
For the Duyvis variety reviewed, HANOS lists a box of 24 packs, each weighing 60 g.
Before ordering, check the retail unit and number of packs to make sure they match the amount you need.
Duyvis lists salted peanuts in, among other sizes, a 60 g pack, and unsalted peanuts in a 235 g pack.
AH Unsalted Peanuts, 300 g, are an option if you want to weigh out your own portions.
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g, are a larger pack for weighing out your own portions.
Lidl Netherlands lists roasted unsalted peanuts in a 200 g pack.
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted peanuts, 250 g.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g, are an own-brand option for shoppers who want to weigh out their own portions.
This selection includes peanuts in larger packs for weighing out your own portions, including a roasted variety and peanuts in their shells.
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The 250 g pack is designed for weighing out your own portions. The product information on Joybuy lists 27 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g, and names peanuts and sunflower oil as ingredients.
May contain cashew nuts. Check the allergen information on the packaging.
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The product information on Joybuy lists 7–8 portions per pack. It gives 24 g of protein, 606 kcal and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g; use these values to calculate the amount you eat.
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The pack contains 500 g, and the product information on Joybuy lists 29 g of protein and 0.12 g of salt per 100 g. Bear in mind that you’ll need to shell the peanuts before taking them with you.
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The 210 g pack is a larger quantity for portioning yourself. The product information on Joybuy lists 26 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g, and states that the product contains 100% peanuts.
No. 60 g is the pack weight, not automatically your portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a reference for unsalted peanuts; Albert Heijn also lists a 25 g portion for the 300 g pack reviewed. Choose your amount consciously and calculate it using the label for the variety you’re eating.
Follow the storage advice for the exact variety. For the unsalted peanuts reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack securely. For an opened Duyvis pack, HANOS recommends a light- and airtight container; a securely sealed tub can also be handy for a weighed-out portion to take with you.
No. Unsalted peanuts still contain peanuts. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) lists peanuts as an allergen that must be declared on the label of prepacked products. Also check the packaging for information about any other potential allergens.
According to the NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. Peanuts are one of the 14 allergens that consumers must be informed about under Regulation (EU) 1169/2011. This labelling requirement doesn’t guarantee that a product is suitable for someone with an allergy.
Do not eat AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts from a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. In its warning of 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn mentions possible metal fragments. Albert Heijn says you can return this product to a store for a refund; for online purchases, the warning refers to a form. The warning applies to the product and best-before date specified.
