If you eat them regularly, consider an unsalted option if you don’t need the salty flavour, and compare the stated protein and energy values for the same serving size. A protein figure on the label doesn’t prove that a serving will speed up your recovery; consider the snack as part of your overall diet.
You want to know what a regular serving adds to your diet, without treating the snack as a complete recovery plan. The Voedingscentrum notes that most people who do sport don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet.
You weigh up salt, serving size and energy content. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
You compare flavour, pack size, ingredients, allergen information and where the exact variant is sold.
First compare the nutritional values on the same basis, then look at salt, ingredients and how much is right for you to share.
Among people who buy peanuts as part of a selection of snacks to share and are interested in protein, sport or recovery, the percentages below show which purchasing consideration matters most.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and kcal per 100 g, then work out the figures for the amount you actually eat. | If I want to assess my protein intake around exercise, I want to know what my own serving adds. Around 31% of consumers prioritise the protein in their serving. |
| Salt and energy | Check salt and energy separately; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean low in energy. | If I eat peanuts regularly, I want to weigh up the salt and serving size. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this combination. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Read the ingredients list and distinguish between salted, unsalted and seasoned varieties. | For sharing, I first choose a flavour and preparation that suit the occasion, without assuming they contain extra protein. Around 19% of consumers start with their choice of flavour and ingredients. |
| Packaging and availability | Choose a pack size that suits the occasion and check where the variety is sold. | When I’m planning my shopping, I want a suitable pack size and a convenient place to buy it. Around 13% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Allergens | Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack before serving. | When sharing with a group, I want to know which allergens are listed on the label and keep the peanuts clearly identifiable. Around 12% of consumers prioritise allergen information. |
The PLUS pack of unsalted peanuts lists 27 g of protein per 100 g. A 30 g serving would provide 8.1 g of protein and 187.5 kcal, based on the product information from PLUS.
Work out the protein and energy for the same amount as the serving you actually eat.
The 300 g pack of AH Unsalted Peanuts reviewed lists 620 kcal per 100 g, despite containing 0 g of salt per 100 g; this applies to that pack.
Treat salt and energy as separate factors when choosing, and tailor the serving to how much you eat.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. The warning applies to that specific pack, not all AH peanuts.
Check the product name, packaging and best-before date together. Don’t eat the affected pack; Albert Heijn says it can be returned for a full refund.
The Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, as they are susceptible to mould.
Choose a pack size that suits the occasion and how you’ll use the rest, and seal any leftovers straight away.
The varieties reviewed are a 235 g pack of unsalted peanuts and a 370 g pack of salted peanuts.
The AH Unsalted Peanuts reviewed are a 300 g own-brand pack.
The unsalted own-brand pack reviewed contains 250 g.
The variety reviewed is a 200 g bag of roasted, unsalted peanuts.
The pack reviewed is a 250 g pack of Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts.
The unsalted own-brand pack reviewed contains 250 g.
This selection includes unsalted and salted peanuts, a seasoned variety and peanuts in their shells. Compare the exact pack and allergen information with what you’re looking for to share.
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An unsalted option for sharing; the ingredients list states 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts.
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The product description calls these roasted, unsalted peanuts and lists 100% peanuts as the ingredient. Check the pack for the nutritional values of this variety.
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An option if peanuts in their shells suit your get-together; shelling them takes a little extra effort. The description lists peanuts and possible traces of nuts.
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Suited to a get-together where you’ve chosen a salty flavour. For this 370 g variety, Albert Heijn lists 26 g of protein, 613 kcal and 0.73 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and may contain other nuts; the product description warns that it poses a choking risk to young children.
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A seasoned variety for anyone looking for a teriyaki flavour to share. The product information lists peanuts, soya, wheat and celery, and says it may contain milk and nuts. It also warns of a choking risk for young children.
It depends on the pack and how much you eat. As an example, 30 g of the AH pack reviewed provides 7.5 g of protein, the Jumbo pack 7.92 g and the PLUS pack 8.1 g. These figures are calculated from the stated amount per 100 g and aren’t recommended serving sizes.
Not necessarily. The Voedingscentrum says that most people who do sport don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. So consider your overall diet, not just a snack to share.
Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The NVWA says allergens must be clearly and correctly shown on the label. The Jumbo pack reviewed lists peanuts and warns that it may contain nuts; don’t serve peanuts to anyone with a peanut allergy.
The product information for the AH and Duyvis products reviewed warns that young children could choke on peanuts. So don’t assume that whole peanuts are suitable as a snack for young children; this warning applies to that group and isn’t a general ban for adults.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn published a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies only to that specific pack and says that products with other best-before dates aren’t affected. Don’t eat the affected pack; follow Albert Heijn’s instructions for returning it and getting a refund.
