Compare peanuts using the same portion size: according to their product information, Duyvis, PLUS and AH Extra Groot each provide 6.75 g of protein per 25 g, compared with 6.25 g for AH unsalted 500 g and Jumbo Kingsize. Then choose based on flavour, salt content and packaging that suits how you’ll use it and can be sealed properly. If you exercise, your training level and your diet throughout the day also matter.
You’re studying for exams and exercising intensively as well. You want to know how a handful of peanuts contributes to your daily protein intake, without automatically reaching for specialist sports products.
You want a pre-weighed snack for study breaks, so you compare protein, energy and salt per equal quantity—not per random handful or per whole bag.
You compare larger and smaller packs and want to store the contents properly. The right quantity depends on how much you use; a larger pack doesn’t in itself tell you anything about the nutritional value.
Start with the protein in a weighed portion, then consider flavour, salt and how much you can store properly. Always compare labels using the same portion size.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and energy per 100 g, then calculate the amounts for the same weighed portion. | If I choose peanuts for their protein, I want to know how much my snack portion contains. Around 36% of consumers say protein per portion is their top priority. |
| Portion control | Weigh your portion and compare the nutritional values for that same quantity. | During a long study session, I want to set aside a fixed portion rather than snack straight from the bag. Around 29% of consumers put portion control first. |
| Flavour and salt | Read the ingredients list and check the salt content of the exact variant. | If flavour determines which snack I reach for, I also want to know how much salt and what other ingredients it contains. Flavour and salt are the main considerations for around 21% of consumers. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a quantity that suits how much you use, and seal the pack properly after opening. | I want a pack I can use for several snack breaks without leaving the rest open. Around 14% of consumers prioritise suitable pack sizes and storage. |
The nutrition table describes a product’s composition, not its effect on exam performance. The European Union distinguishes between nutrition claims and health claims.
Choose based on your snacking needs and the label; don’t treat promises of better concentration as a product feature.
The nutritional value per portion may seem higher because the portion is larger. For example, Jumbo’s product information lists portions of 25 g for Kingsize peanuts and 30 g for Duyvis peanuts.
Convert the values to the same weighed quantity before comparing variants.
Unsalted tells you about the salt content, not the energy content. Albert Heijn lists 620 kcal per 100 g for the unsalted peanuts reviewed.
Check salt and energy as separate values, and decide in advance how much you want to eat.
Nuts can be vulnerable to mould if they aren’t stored properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, well-sealed container.
Choose a quantity that suits how much you use, and reseal the pack after weighing out your portion.
For anyone looking to compare unsalted peanuts or different preparations.
For anyone wanting to compare different unsalted varieties from the same own-label range.
For anyone wanting to divide a 350 g pack of unsalted Kingsize peanuts between several snack breaks.
For anyone wanting to compare the 250 g pack of unsalted peanuts and the information for that exact variant.
For anyone considering 200 g of roasted, unsalted peanuts as a snack or cooking ingredient.
For anyone considering the 250 g pack of unsalted peanuts from ALDI’s range.
This selection includes unsalted peanuts for an everyday study break, flavoured varieties and peanuts in their shells. Compare the nutritional values and ingredients of the exact variant, and choose a portion that suits how you’ll use it.
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A good choice if you’re after an unsalted snack and want to compare protein per weighed portion.
27 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g; 99% peanuts with sunflower oil. May contain cashew nuts.
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A flavoured option to compare with plain peanuts if flavour is part of your decision.
24.8 g of protein per 100 g; the nutritional information lists 285 mg of sodium per 100 g. Contains peanuts, soya, sugar and salt.
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A tea-flavoured option for anyone who wants to consider the flavour as well as the nutritional values.
25.2 g of protein and 1.37 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list 96% peanuts, tea, salt, flavouring, sweetener and flavour enhancers.
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A good choice if you like peanuts in their shells and want to spread a larger pack across several snack breaks.
29 g of protein and 0.12 g of salt per 100 g. The peanuts are in their shells; product information notes that traces of other nuts may be present.
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A roasted option to include when comparing protein per portion and ingredients.
26 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g; product information lists 100% peanuts.
Not necessarily. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says recreational athletes don’t need these products. For intensive strength or endurance training, choices depend on your daily diet and training goals. If you need personalised sports nutrition advice, speak to a specialist dietitian.
Follow the instructions on the pack and seal the bag properly after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry, well-sealed container; Duyvis recommends keeping an opened bag in a light- and airtight container.
Peanuts aren’t suitable if you have a peanut allergy. If you have other allergies, check the ingredients and cross-contamination warnings on the specific pack; some products may also contain other nuts. The NVWA says allergens must be clearly distinguished in the ingredients list.
On 20 May 2026, Albert Heijn issued a recall for AH Pinda’s extra groot gezouten in a tub, with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific salted batch and doesn’t automatically cover all AH peanuts or the unsalted varieties reviewed.
