If you’re adding snack peanuts to your sports nutrition, compare protein and energy per weighed portion, and check the salt and allergen information. According to product information from Albert Heijn, Duyvis, Jumbo and PLUS, four unsalted varieties reviewed provide around 6.25–6.75 g of protein and 150.5–155.75 kcal per 25 g. These figures apply to the specific products and do not, on their own, substantiate a claim such as ‘high in protein’. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises taking your overall diet and training goals into account: peanuts are not automatically a complete recovery meal.
You’re looking for a snack to enjoy with a drink that fits into your daily protein intake. Compare the amount per portion and consider your overall diet and training goals too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that recreational athletes don’t automatically need specialist protein products.
You want to know how much energy your snack portion provides. Weighing out an amount makes it easier to compare the stated protein and energy values of different peanuts fairly.
You’re looking for peanuts with no added salt, or you want to choose a salted variety with that in mind. Check the exact packaging: unsalted peanuts, salted peanuts and peanuts in a seasoned coating all have different nutritional profiles.
Choose this option if: you want peanuts to enjoy with a drink and prefer to avoid added salt.
Bear in mind: product information from Albert Heijn, Duyvis, Jumbo and PLUS gives 6.25–6.75 g of protein and 150.5–155.75 kcal per 25 g; values vary between packs.
Choose this option if: you prefer a salty flavour with your drinks.
Bear in mind: Joybuy’s product information for Duyvis Salted Peanuts, 370 g, states that they contain 26 g of protein, 613 kcal and 0.73 g of salt per 100 g.
Choose this option if: you enjoy a seasoned coating and the flavour of cocktail nuts.
Bear in mind: HANOS lists Duyvis Cocktail Nuts as containing 15 g of protein, 541 kcal and 1.4 g of salt per 100 g; this specific product information also names gluten and milk.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein contribution | Compare the protein per weighed portion and factor it into your overall diet. | If I’m looking for a snack to enjoy with a drink that fits my sports nutrition, I check the protein per portion as well as my overall diet; around 36% of consumers prioritise topping up their protein. |
| Portion size and energy | Compare nutritional information for the same amount and weigh your portion. | When I want to limit how much I snack on, I want to assess the energy in the portion I actually eat; around 29% of consumers prioritise managing their portions and energy intake. |
| Salt and flavour | Check the salt content and ingredients of the exact variety, including whether it has a coating. | If flavour is the main reason for choosing a snack to enjoy with drinks, I want to make an informed choice between unsalted, salted or seasoned-coated peanuts; around 21% of consumers prioritise their choice of salt and flavour. |
| Allergens | Read the allergen information on the exact pack and check for any warnings about other nuts. | When I’m sharing snacks, I want to take guests’ allergies into account before serving; around 14% of consumers prioritise sharing food safely. |
The unsalted varieties reviewed provide 150.5–155.75 kcal per 25 g. The pack size doesn’t tell you how much you’ll eat during one get-together.
Weigh the portion you want to eat and compare the protein and energy for that same amount.
A label tells you how much protein a product contains, but on its own it doesn’t tell you what’s right for your overall diet and training goals.
Compare the nutritional information per portion and take your other food and training goals into account when choosing.
Peanuts are still an allergen, even when they’re unsalted. Some packs also warn that they may contain other nuts.
Before serving, check the allergen information on the exact pack and take your guests’ needs into account.
Worth considering for unsalted peanuts and coated snacks to enjoy with drinks.
The own-label range lists standard and extra-large unsalted peanuts as separate varieties.
Jumbo Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g, are described as peanuts with sunflower oil.
Lidl’s unsalted peanuts and Alesto’s range of snacks to enjoy with drinks are relevant product types to consider.
The Dutch ALDI product page describes Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted peanuts, 250 g.
PLUS Unsalted Peanuts in a Stand-Up Pouch, 300 g, are an own-label option to enjoy with drinks.
This Joybuy selection includes unsalted and flavoured peanuts, roasted peanuts and peanuts in their shells. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and check the salt, allergens and exact variety.
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Ideal if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts to enjoy with a drink and want to consider their protein content.
The product information lists peanuts and sunflower oil, with 27 g of protein and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g. May contain cashew nuts.
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A flavoured option for anyone who wants to share peanuts with drinks and take flavour into account.
The product information states that they contain 24.8 g of protein per 100 g, with ingredients including peanuts, sugar, salt and walnut flavouring. Contains peanuts and soya.
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A flavoured, roasted option for anyone who wants to consider the flavour profile as well as the peanuts.
The nutritional information states that they contain 25.2 g of protein and 1.37 g of salt per 100 g. The product information lists tea, salt and flavourings. Contains peanuts.
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Ideal if you want to shell your peanuts as you enjoy a drink and take their nutritional values into account.
The nutritional information states that they contain 29 g of protein and 0.12 g of salt per 100 g. The product information warns of possible traces of nuts. Contains peanuts.
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A roasted, unsalted option for anyone comparing protein and salt.
The nutritional information states that they contain 26 g of protein, 626 kcal and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g. Contains peanuts.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, recreational athletes don’t automatically need special protein shakes or bars. First check whether a varied, everyday diet meets your overall protein needs; peanuts can be part of it.
According to product information from Albert Heijn, Duyvis, Jumbo and PLUS, 25 g of the four unsalted products reviewed provides around 6.25–6.75 g of protein. Jumbo also shows nutritional values for a 30 g portion; make sure the portions are the same size before comparing.
No. A peanut allergy is an allergy to proteins in peanuts; leaving out the salt doesn’t change that. If you’re sharing snacks, also check the pack for additional allergen information and warnings.
Don’t eat this specific recalled pack and follow Albert Heijn’s returns instructions. Albert Heijn’s warning applies to AH Extra-Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with that best-before date, not to the extra-large unsalted variety.
No. The Albert Heijn and Jumbo product pages warn that young children can choke on peanuts. Follow the safety information for the exact product.
