If you check the vegan label
Check the ingredients and any vegan labelling on the exact variant, rather than relying on the brand name or flavour alone. The Dutch Association for Veganism recommends reading labels carefully.
Which option is right for you?
If you want something to take with you, without any preparation
You’re looking for an individual pack you can take with you straight away. Check the weight of each pack: the amount in the pack doesn’t determine how much you want to eat. Duyvis lists a 60 g salted variant.
If you regularly portion snacks yourself
You want to divide up the amount yourself, so an unsalted multipack may be a good option. Store any leftovers in a dry place in a tightly sealed container; this is how the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, check that the exact variant is suitable for vegans. Then decide whether you’d rather take a pack with you or portion it yourself. How much salt you want and the total quantity can help you narrow down your choice.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Which consumers? |
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| Vegan suitability | Read the ingredients for the exact flavour and pack, and check whether it carries vegan labelling or an appropriate certification mark. | If I want to avoid animal-derived ingredients, I look beyond the brand name or the description ‘plant-based’. Around 34% of consumers prioritise vegan suitability when making this choice. |
| Pack and portion | Check the weight of each pack, how many packs are included and whether you can reseal an opened pack. | If I don’t want to weigh out a portion when I’m out, I’d rather choose a pack I can take with me straight away; the pack size doesn’t have to be my preferred portion. This is the main reason for consumers who prioritise convenience on the go, who make up around 33%. |
| Choosing unsalted | Check that the exact variant is labelled ‘unsalted’, and look at the ingredients and nutrition table too. | If I take peanuts with me regularly and want to avoid added salt, the type of product matters more to me than the convenience of a ready-to-go pack. Around 20% of consumers prioritise choosing unsalted peanuts. |
| Total quantity | Check how many packs are included or the total pack size, and think about how much you’ll actually want to portion out and take with you. | If I only take peanuts with me now and then, I don’t want to order more than I expect to use. Around 13% of consumers prioritise the total quantity. |
Things to check before you buy
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Vegan labelling doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free
Vegan suitability and allergen information are two different things. The peanut products reviewed contain peanuts; some packs also warn that they may contain other nuts.
Read the allergen information separately from the ingredients and vegan labelling. Don’t choose products containing peanuts if you need to avoid them.
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A 60 g pack isn’t automatically one serving
The stated 60 g refers to the contents of the Duyvis pack, not how much you want to eat as a snack.
Decide how much you want to take with you, and seal the rest securely if you don’t use it all at once.
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A box of portion packs contains more than one snack
The Foods & Goods multipack reviewed contains 20 packs of 60 g each, giving a total of 1,200 g.
Check both the number of packs and the weight per pack, and choose a box that suits how much you expect to use.
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Don’t confuse a product recall warning with a vegan check
Albert Heijn issued 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 and date, not to all AH peanuts.
Do not eat the pack mentioned in the warning, and follow Albert Heijn’s return instructions. Always check the packaging of other variants individually.
Brands and variants to consider
Duyvis
According to Duyvis, its salted peanuts are available in packs including a 60 g size.
- For its salted variant, the manufacturer lists peanuts, sunflower oil and salt as ingredients.
- This doesn’t confirm that all flavours are vegan-certified; check the exact pack.
Albert Heijn
The product page reviewed confirms a salted peanut variant under the supermarket’s own brand.
- The product page advises you to read the packaging before using the product.
- The recall warning applies only to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026.
Jumbo
The 250 g unsalted variant reviewed comes in a larger pack for portioning yourself.
- The product page lists 99.5% peanuts and sunflower oil as ingredients.
- The pack carries a warning that it may contain nuts; the ingredient information doesn’t amount to general vegan certification for the range.
Lidl
The Dutch range page lists an unsalted peanut variant.
- This variant may be worth considering if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts.
- Check the label on the exact pack to see if it’s suitable for vegans; ‘unsalted’ alone doesn’t tell you that.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s variant reviewed is a 250 g bag of roasted, unsalted peanuts.
- The product title confirms that the variant is roasted and unsalted.
- Those product details don’t confirm that this exact variant is vegan; check the ingredients and any vegan labelling.
PLUS
The 250 g bag of unsalted peanuts is designed for portioning yourself.
- The product page reviewed says the product is vegan and lists 99% peanuts with sunflower oil.
- The page warns that the product may contain cashews; vegan labelling doesn’t mean it’s allergen-free.
Products at Joybuy
These product options range from peanut snacks you can take with you straight away to larger bags for portioning yourself. For each variant, check the ingredients, vegan labelling and allergen information on the pack.
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ChaCha salted peanuts with Sichuan pepper, 130 g
The product description says this snack is individually wrapped and ready to eat; check the packaging to see how the portions are arranged.
The listed ingredients are peanuts, palm oil, salt, Sichuan pepper and flavouring. Check the full ingredients list and any vegan labelling to see if it’s suitable for vegans. The pack contains a desiccant sachet, which must not be eaten.
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WANT WANT Tiaodou crispy peanuts, 50 g
The 50 g pack is a handy snack option; check the label if you’re specifically looking for uncoated peanuts.
The description lists 70% peanuts, as well as rice flour, wheat flour, soy sauce and chilli powder. Check the full ingredients list to see if it’s suitable for vegans; the allergen information mentions wheat (gluten) and soya.
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g’woon unsalted peanuts, 250 g
The 250 g bag may suit you if you want to portion the peanuts yourself; the product description recommends resealing the pack securely after opening.
The listed ingredients are 99% peanuts and sunflower oil. The description warns that the product may contain cashews. Check the label to see if this variant is suitable for vegans.
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Duyvis salted peanuts, 370 g
The product description states that this variant is labelled vegan; check this information on the pack you receive.
The listed ingredients are peanuts, sunflower oil and salt. The description warns that the product may contain several types of nuts and advises against giving it to children under 5 because of the risk of choking.
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Freshly roasted, unsalted peanuts, 210 g
The 210 g bag may suit you if you want to portion the peanuts out for several snack breaks.
The product description says these are roasted, unsalted peanuts, with 100% peanuts as the ingredient. Check the pack for any further information about vegan suitability and allergens.
Frequently asked questions
Is ‘plant-based’ enough to choose peanuts as vegan?
No. Check the ingredients for the exact variant and look for any vegan labelling. The Dutch Association for Veganism also recommends paying attention to how the product is made; a flavour or brand name alone doesn’t confirm that it’s vegan.
How do I decide whether I need a small pack or a larger bag?
Choose an individual pack if you want something to take with you without weighing it out at home; choose a larger bag if you want to portion it yourself more often. Check the weight of each pack and the total quantity, as the pack size isn’t necessarily the portion you want.
Can I keep an opened pack of peanuts?
Seal the remaining peanuts securely, store them in a dry place and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place; for the Duyvis pack reviewed, HANOS suggests storing them in a light-proof, airtight tin.
Does vegan labelling mean a peanut product is suitable for someone with an allergy?
No. Vegan labelling doesn’t mean a product is allergen-free. The products reviewed contain peanuts; also check the separate allergen information, including any warnings that they may contain other nuts or cashews.
Which AH peanuts are covered by the recall warning mentioned?
The Albert Heijn warning applies to AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. Do not eat this specific pack and follow Albert Heijn’s return instructions; the warning doesn’t apply to all AH peanuts or to packs with other best-before dates.