If you want to get some protein in while enjoying a snack night, compare peanuts by their nutritional values per portion rather than relying on the term ‘high in protein’. The verified unsalted products provide around 6.6–6.75 g of protein and 151–156 kcal per 25 g reference portion, but they don’t meet the EU requirement for the ‘high in protein’ claim. The Dutch Nutrition Centre says peanuts aren’t essential sports nutrition for recreational athletes; think of them as a possible addition to your overall diet.
You want to know how much protein a portion adds, without treating peanuts as essential sports nutrition. Compare the portion and consider it as part of your overall diet. The Dutch Nutrition Centre says recreational athletes don’t need specialist protein products.
You want to keep track of how much you eat and how much salt is in the variety you choose. Measuring out a portion makes comparisons easier; unsalted doesn’t mean low in energy. The nutritional information on the label helps you compare the different options.
You’re looking for a flavour and preparation that suit your snack night. Compare salted, unsalted and marinated varieties separately, and keep the packaging handy so guests can check the ingredients and allergen information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen information on labels.
Start with the portion you actually want to eat, then compare protein, energy and salt on the same basis. The percentages show which of these factors may be the main priority for consumers in these snack-night scenarios.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein and the ‘high in protein’ claim | Compare protein per portion and the proportion of energy from protein. The verified AH, PLUS and Jumbo labels state 27, 27 and 26.4 g of protein per 100 g respectively; none of the three meets the EU requirement for the claim. The European Commission refers to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 for permitted nutrition claims. | If you mainly want to know what a portion contributes and whether the claim on the packaging is supported, put protein first; around 33% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Portion size and energy | Compare the same quantity: the labels state around 151–156 kcal per 25 g reference portion. Manufacturer portion sizes vary, so use the same portion size when comparing. | If you want to keep track of how much you eat during the evening, measuring out a portion helps you monitor the quantity and energy; around 27% of consumers prioritise portion size and energy. |
| Salt | Check the salt content on the specific pack. The unsalted varieties reviewed show small differences, including 0 g for AH and 0.02 g per 100 g for PLUS. | If you’re looking for a snack with no added salt, check how the variety is prepared and read its label; around 20% of consumers make salt their main priority when choosing. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Choose according to how the peanuts are prepared, and check the ingredients and allergen information when sharing. Nutritional values for plain unsalted peanuts don’t automatically apply to salted or marinated varieties. | If flavour matters most for your snack night, compare the varieties and keep the packaging available for guests; around 20% of consumers prioritise flavour. |
For the ‘high in protein’ claim, what matters is the proportion of energy that comes from protein, not just the number of grams per 100 g. The three verified unsalted products fall below the EU threshold of 20% of energy from protein.
Compare the nutritional information for the specific product and check what a claim is based on. The European Commission and Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 set out the framework for nutrition claims.
A larger quantity of peanuts provides both more protein and more energy. Nutritional values per 100 g don’t tell you how much you’ll eat during the evening.
Measure out a portion in advance and consider it as part of your overall diet.
Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. It doesn’t apply to the unsalted variety reviewed.
Check the product name, variety and best-before date. Don’t eat the specific pack named in the warning, and follow Albert Heijn’s returns instructions.
The verified 295 g AH tub and 250 g PLUS bag both state 27 g of protein per 100 g. Pack size alone therefore tells you nothing about the protein content per gram.
Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, and also decide how much you actually want to eat.
Duyvis offers various peanut preparations, including unsalted, salted, teriyaki and oven-roasted varieties.
The verified AH Extra Large Unsalted Peanuts come in a 295 g tub.
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts come in a 250 g bag; Jumbo states that they contain 99.5% peanuts.
Lidl Netherlands lists 285 g packs of unsalted peanuts for in-store purchase.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts come in a 250 g bag; the label states that they contain 99% peanuts.
This selection of Joybuy products includes everything from peanuts in their shells to unsalted, roasted and salted varieties.
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An option for anyone who likes to eat peanuts straight from the shell during a snack night.
The peanuts are in their shells, so you’ll need to shell them as you eat.
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A good fit if you’re looking for an unsalted option for a snack night.
The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil; the product may contain traces of cashew nuts. Check the label if you’re sharing the peanuts.
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A roasted option if you’re looking for peanuts with no added salt.
The product information states that these are 100% peanuts, with no added salt. Check the packaging for the latest ingredient and allergen information.
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A salted option if you prefer a fuller flavour to an unsalted preparation.
The product information states that it contains peanuts, may contain other nuts and isn’t suitable for children under 5 because of the risk of choking. Check the packaging for allergen information.
No. The three verified unsalted products don’t meet the EU requirement for this nutrition claim. Their calculated proportion of energy from protein is between 17.28% and 17.73%; 27 g of protein per 100 g isn’t enough on its own. The European Commission refers to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 for permitted nutrition claims.
Not according to the Dutch Nutrition Centre. Recreational athletes can get their protein from everyday foods; needs may differ for intensive strength or endurance training. In that case, consider your overall diet rather than just this snack.
Convert the label values to the same portion size. For a 25 g reference portion, the verified AH, PLUS and Jumbo peanuts provide around 6.75, 6.75 and 6.6 g of protein respectively. This gives you a basis for comparison, not personalised sports nutrition advice.
Albert Heijn’s warning of 20 May 2026 concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. Don’t eat that specific pack, and follow Albert Heijn’s returns instructions. The warning doesn’t apply to the unsalted variety reviewed.
Peanuts are an allergen, so keep the packaging handy for guests to check the ingredients and warnings. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information for prepacked products appears on the label; for unpackaged products, the information must be available before purchase.
Don’t assume whole peanuts are suitable as a snack for young children. The verified AH and PLUS packs warn that small children may choke on them.
