Unsalted peanuts can be part of a quick breakfast you can take with you, but assess their protein contribution based on the portion you actually eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for an average 25 g handful of unsalted peanuts; other product variants may have different values. So think of peanuts as one part of your diet, not as proof that a handful on its own provides enough post-workout nutrition.
If you do strength or endurance training, you’ll want to know how much protein your breakfast actually provides. Duyvis Unsalted lists 27 g of protein per 100 g, which works out at 6.75 g per 25 g portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that people who do strength and endurance sports need more protein than those who don’t exercise.
A larger pack can be handy if you want to weigh out portions for several mornings. The packs reviewed range in size from 235 g to 300 g; once opened, follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
If you’re weighing up protein, energy and salt, check the portion size and nutritional information for the exact variant. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 157 kcal for an average 25 g handful of unsalted peanuts and includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five healthy eating guidelines.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare the protein per 100 g and calculate how much that is for your weighed portion. | If you want a quick breakfast after a workout, you’ll want to know what your portion contributes. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein per portion. |
| Portioning and taking it with you | Check the net weight and whether you can reseal the pack after opening. | If you want to take a portion with you in the morning, it helps to have a routine that works for weighing and storing it. Around 29% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go. |
| Energy and salt | Compare nutritional values on the same basis and note the difference between salted and unsalted variants. | If you’re planning breakfast around the rest of your diet, consider portion size, energy and salt. Around 21% of consumers prioritise these factors. |
| Stocking up and storage | Choose a pack size that suits how much you’ll use, and follow the storage instructions. | If you’re buying peanuts for several breakfasts, you’ll want to be able to store and use them properly. Around 14% of consumers focus mainly on pack size and how much they’ll use. |
Duyvis Unsalted lists 27 g of protein per 100 g. Based on that figure, a 25 g portion provides 6.75 g of protein and around 153.5 kcal.
Weigh the amount you’re taking with you, then calculate both the protein and energy for that same portion.
The packs reviewed contain between 235 g and 300 g. The contents of a bag are not the same as a weighed breakfast portion.
If needed, divide the contents into portions in advance and reseal the pack according to the product instructions.
The PLUS Unsalted Stand-up Pouch reviewed lists 0 g of salt per 100 g; the PLUS Extra Large salted variant lists 0.78 g per 100 g. These figures apply to those specific products.
Check the nutritional table for the exact variant and weigh up the flavour against the salt content.
Albert Heijn’s notice dated 20 May 2026 concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to possible metal fragments.
Check the product name and best-before date. Don’t eat the specific pack mentioned, and follow Albert Heijn’s return instructions.
Duyvis Unsalted 235 g is an option you can portion yourself if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts as part of breakfast.
AH Unsalted Peanuts are a supermarket own-brand option; check the pack for the latest product information.
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts 250 g is a larger pack that you can portion yourself.
Lidl Netherlands has a product page for unsalted peanuts.
The product page lists Trader Joe’s Peanuts 250 g; ALDI is the retailer and Trader Joe’s is the product name shown.
PLUS lists unsalted peanuts in 250 g and 300 g bags, as well as a 275 g salted variant.
This selection includes unsalted and salted peanut options that you can compare by portion size, flavour and nutritional information for a quick breakfast.
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A larger pack of unsalted peanuts that you can weigh out yourself for a quick breakfast.
Contains peanuts and may contain cashew nuts. Reseal tightly after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
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The 210 g pack can be portioned for several occasions.
Contains peanuts. Reseal tightly after opening and store in a cool, dry place.
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A salted option for anyone who prefers this flavour and wants to factor in the salt content.
The product information lists 0.73 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and may contain other nuts. The product information advises against consumption by children under 5 due to the risk of choking.
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The 200 g stand-up pouch is resealable and designed for portioning yourself.
The nutritional information lists 1.5 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts and may contain traces of nuts.
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A seasoned peanut option for anyone who wants to take this flavour with them and portion it themselves.
Contains peanuts. The nutritional information lists 2.55 g of salt per 100 g.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists an average of 6.3 g of protein and 157 kcal for 25 g of unsalted peanuts. For Duyvis Unsalted 235 g, 25 g works out at 6.75 g of protein and 153.5 kcal based on the published values. Check the label of the exact variant you’re buying.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise and eat a varied diet don’t need a special protein shake or bar. People who do strength and endurance sports do need more protein, but that doesn’t prove that a handful of peanuts alone provides all the nutrition you need for recovery.
Peanuts are an allergen. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) says allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. If you have a peanut allergy, peanuts aren’t suitable for your breakfast; if you have other allergies, check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack too.
Follow the instructions on the packaging for your variant. The product information for the PLUS Unsalted Stand-up Pouch 300 g says to store it in a cool, dry place; Duyvis Unsalted also says to reseal the pack after opening. Don’t assume storage advice for one variant applies to another without checking.
Albert Heijn’s notice dated 20 May 2026 concerns AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat this specific pack and follow Albert Heijn’s return instructions. The notice does not list packs with a different best-before date as affected.
