If several people in your household eat peanuts regularly, a 500 g unsalted pack may suit you. If you only eat them occasionally, consider smaller packs so you don’t have to open as much stock at once. Weigh your portion and consider protein and energy together: the Dutch Nutrition Centre’s general food composition table lists 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts, but always follow the label on the variety you choose.
You want to add peanuts to a protein-focused diet while keeping an eye on the energy in each portion. So don’t just compare protein per 100 g; work out how much you’ll get in the portion you weigh out. The Dutch Nutrition Centre’s general table provides a reference for unsalted peanuts; check the label on the variety you choose.
You’re looking for a pack to share with others or to use regularly in snacks and dishes. Consider the pack size, how much you’ll use and how well you can store the opened pack. The words ‘value pack’ alone don’t tell you whether the amount is right for you.
You don’t want to open more stock at once than you expect to use. Choose a pack size that suits how much you eat and how you can store it. Lidl, ALDI and Jumbo, among others, offer smaller packs of unsalted peanuts.
Start by thinking about how often you eat peanuts and how much you want to open at once. Then check the nutritional values for the exact variety, based on the portion you weigh out.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should prioritise this? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein and energy per portion | Check both values on the label and calculate them for the amount you weigh out. The Dutch Nutrition Centre’s table lists 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts. | When I weigh out peanuts for my protein-focused diet, I also want to know how much energy that portion provides; around 33% of consumers prioritise the nutritional contribution per portion. |
| Pack size for regular use | Compare the net weight with how much your household uses. Don’t assume that a ‘value pack’ contains the right amount for your household. | When we eat peanuts regularly at home, I want to choose an amount we’ll actually use; around 27% of consumers prioritise a pack size suited to regular use. |
| Variety and ingredients | Check whether the peanuts are unsalted, salted or coated, and read the ingredients, salt content and allergen information on the exact pack. | When I’m looking for plain peanuts, I don’t want to accidentally choose a salted or coated snack variety; around 20% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Opening and storage | Choose a pack that suits how you use it, and check the seal and storage instructions. The Dutch Nutrition Centre recommends storing peanuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. | When I only eat peanuts occasionally, I want to be able to store the opened pack appropriately; around 20% of consumers prioritise managing their food stock. |
The Dutch Nutrition Centre’s general table lists 157 kcal as well as 6.3 g of protein for a 25 g portion of unsalted peanuts. A larger pack doesn’t change the nutritional values per portion.
Weigh your portion and consider protein and energy together. Use the label on the exact variety to make your calculations.
The name on the pack doesn’t tell you whether you’ll use the full contents or be able to store them properly.
Compare the net weight with how much you expect to use before choosing a larger pack.
Duyvis describes Borrelnootjes and Tijgernootjes as peanuts with a crispy batter coating. They’re a different product from plain unsalted peanuts.
Check the ingredients and nutritional values for the exact variety; don’t rely on the brand name alone.
The range includes plain unsalted peanuts as well as separate coated snack varieties.
The own-label range includes a listed variety of unsalted peanuts.
The own-label range includes a larger pack of unsalted peanuts.
Lidl lists a pack of unsalted peanuts.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts.
The own-label range includes a listed variety of unsalted peanuts.
These Joybuy products include both smaller packs and larger quantities. They differ in how the peanuts are prepared, their salt content and whether they’re still in their shells.
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A smaller pack for anyone looking for unsalted peanuts.
The product description lists 27 g of protein per 100 g and ingredients of 99% peanuts and sunflower oil.
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A larger pack for anyone who eats peanuts regularly, including in dishes.
The product description lists raw peanuts with their skins on and 26 g of protein per 100 g.
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A smaller quantity of roasted, unsalted peanuts.
The product description lists 26 g of protein and 626 kcal per 100 g.
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A larger pack for anyone looking for peanuts in their shells.
The product description lists 29 g of protein per 100 g. Bear in mind that these peanuts are in their shells, so the pack weight isn’t the same as the edible amount.
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A smaller pack of roasted peanuts. This variety is salted, so it isn’t an unsalted alternative.
The product description lists 24 g of protein, 606 kcal and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g.
No. The Dutch Nutrition Centre’s table uses 25 g as a portion for comparison, not as a daily requirement. Use the label on your product to calculate the nutritional values for the amount you weigh out.
Store peanuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container, and follow the instructions on the pack. The Dutch Nutrition Centre’s storage guide says that opened unsalted peanuts can be kept for 6 months in a kitchen cupboard, 9 months in the fridge and 1 year in the freezer; their quality may deteriorate.
Check the allergen information on the pack of the product you’re buying. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed food. Peanuts aren’t suitable for anyone with a peanut allergy.
Choose a pack size based on how often you eat peanuts, how many people will share the pack and how much opened stock you can store. A larger pack may suit regular use; if you only eat peanuts occasionally, consider choosing a smaller pack.
No. Albert Heijn’s warning applies to the specific tub of AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. Check whether your product and best-before date match the warning; don’t assume it applies to other AH peanuts or other best-before dates.
