Planters Salted Peanuts (Cocktail Peanuts), 16 oz — MUNCH

Munch or Dump rates Planters Salted Peanuts (Cocktail Peanuts), 16 oz by Planters MUNCH — score 90/90.

Three ingredients: peanuts, peanut oil, and sea salt. Peanuts are a whole food with solid plant protein and mostly unsaturated fat, and there are no additives, sweeteners, or preservatives here. The only reasons for restraint are the added salt and the natural calorie density of nuts.

Why this verdict

• Whole peanuts are the dominant ingredient, a real plant protein and healthy-fat source.
• Just three recognizable ingredients: no additives, sweeteners, or preservatives.
• Naturally rich in unsaturated fats and about 7g of protein per ounce.
• Only caveats are the added sea salt and the calorie density of nuts, so mind the portion.

Ingredients (3)

• Peanuts (safe) — Whole-food component of the Snickers bar, adds some protein.
• PEANUT OIL (moderate) — The roasting oil; unsaturated but adds calories.
• Sea Salt (safe) — The 'salted' note, used in small amounts for contrast.