For mindful snacking, start by weighing out a portion, then compare the nutritional information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal per 25g portion of unsalted peanuts, so ‘unsalted’ doesn’t automatically mean ‘low in calories’. Choose a pack size that suits how quickly you get through it, and follow the storage instructions.
You want to keep eating peanuts, but weigh out how much you have each time. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal per 25g handful of unsalted peanuts. Also compare the nutritional information on the pack you’re buying.
You use peanuts regularly and want a pack size that suits how quickly you get through them. 500g packs are available from Jumbo and PLUS; also consider how to store them once the bag is open.
You don’t eat peanuts often and would rather open smaller packs as you need them. The unsalted varieties reviewed are available in 200g, 235g and 250g packs, including from Lidl, Duyvis and ALDI.
First compare the energy per 100g and your weighed portion. Then choose a pack size that suits how you use and store it.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare the kcal per 100g on the exact pack and work out the value for your weighed portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal per 25g of unsalted peanuts. | If you want to snack mindfully, what matters most is how much you actually serve yourself. Consumers who prioritise calories per portion account for around 36% of consumers in this buying category. |
| Pack size | Check the net weight and think about how much you usually use. A 500g bag contains the equivalent of twenty 25g portions, but that is not a recommended amount. | A larger bag may suit your stock-up plans if you use peanuts regularly; if you snack less often, a smaller pack may be more convenient. Consumers who focus mainly on pack size account for around 29% of consumers in this buying category. |
| Storage after opening | Read the storage and best-before information on the pack. For unsalted peanuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives general guidance of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer. | If you won’t finish a bag quickly, you’ll want to know how to store its contents according to the instructions. Consumers who prioritise shelf life account for around 21% of consumers in this buying category. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the salt, ingredients and energy content separately. ‘Unsalted’ on its own says nothing about the energy content. | If you’re looking for an unsalted variety, you can consider that preference separately from portion size and nutritional value. Consumers who prioritise an unsalted product as their main selection criterion account for around 14% of consumers in this buying category. |
Unsalted peanuts still contain energy. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal per 25g portion, so how much you eat still matters.
Check the energy and salt content separately on the pack, and weigh out your portion.
A brand may sell several pack variations. The information for PLUS’s 300g stand-up pouch does not automatically apply to its separate 500g bag.
Check the label on the exact variety you’re buying, not just the brand name.
A larger pack may not suit how you use peanuts if you can’t store its contents according to the instructions once opened.
Plan how quickly you’ll use it, follow the pack instructions and open smaller packs one at a time if that better suits your needs.
One of the unsalted varieties reviewed is available in a 235g pack.
Albert Heijn lists unsalted peanuts under its own brand.
Jumbo lists unsalted peanuts in a 500g pack.
The product listing reviewed is for 200g of roasted unsalted peanuts.
The ALDI listing reviewed is for 250g of Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted peanuts.
PLUS lists unsalted peanuts in separate 500g and 300g bags.
The products below include smaller packs, with unsalted as well as salted or seasoned varieties. Check the nutritional information and ingredients for each product before choosing.
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A 250g pack may suit smaller stock-ups; the product information describes this variety as unsalted.
The description lists 2690 kJ per 100g and 99% peanuts with sunflower oil.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashews.
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The description calls this roasted variety unsalted and lists a pack size of 210g.
The product information lists 626 kcal per 100g and 100% peanuts.
Contains peanuts.
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This 225g pack is a roasted snack variety, but it is not described as unsalted.
The product description lists 606 kcal, 1.4g of salt and 97% peanuts per 100g.
The description lists peanuts and says the product may contain nuts.
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According to the description, the resealable 200g bag is intended as a snack or an ingredient in dishes.
The product information lists 590 kcal and 1.5g of salt per 100g. This variety contains seasoning and is not unsalted.
Contains peanuts and may contain nuts.
Multiply the kcal per 100g on the exact pack by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. For Duyvis unsalted peanuts in the 235g pack, Flink lists 614 kcal per 100g; based on that figure, 25g contains 153.5 kcal. This is a calculation based on the nutritional value shown, not a laboratory measurement.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives general guidance of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer. Also follow the instructions on the pack; the 300g PLUS stand-up pouch reviewed says to store in a cool, dry place.
According to the NVWA, allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products. Peanuts are one of the 14 allergens that must be declared. If you have a peanut allergy, peanuts are not a suitable choice, even when they’re unsalted.
Whole nuts need to be handled with care because of the risk of choking. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises eating calmly at the table and staying with your child; if in doubt, you can offer ground nuts or nut butter.
Do not eat AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026: Albert Heijn warns that it may contain metal fragments. This warning applies to the specified variety and batch, not to all AH peanuts.
