Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts

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Common questions

Is Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts healthy?

Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts scores 60/100 on Scout's independent analysis of ingredients, additives, and lab results — a fair-to-good score — solid, with tradeoffs. The dry roasted peanuts contain a high percentage of peanuts, which are nutrient-dense and provide healthy fats and protein.

How processed is Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts?

Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts is NOVA Group 4: Ultra-Processed Foods.

Which ingredients drive Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts' score?

In Scout's ingredient-by-ingredient analysis, Peanuts counts in its favor; Maltodextrin, Yeast Extract are flagged as ingredients of concern. The full breakdown, with why each one matters, is in the Key ingredients section on this page.

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Tesco Dry Roasted Peanuts

Tesco
60 Fair

Analysis updated August 2026 · How Scout scores

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At a glance

Beneficial ingredients 1
Harmful ingredients 2
Owned by Tesco plc
Category Nuts
Summary

The dry roasted peanuts contain a high percentage of peanuts, which are nutrient-dense and provide healthy fats and protein. However, the product is heavily processed, as indicated by the presence of maltodextrin and other additives, which detract from its nutritional quality. The processing level and the use of maltodextrin, a high glycemic index carbohydrate, limit the score potential despite the beneficial aspects of peanuts.

Key ingredients 8

Peanuts
Good

Peanuts are a nutrient-dense source of healthy fats, protein, and fiber, making them a beneficial ingredient for overall health.

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Rice Flour
Neutral

Rice flour is a common gluten-free ingredient used as a filler or coating, with no significant health benefits or risks.

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Salt
Neutral

Salt is used for flavor enhancement and is present in moderation, with no inherent health benefit or harm in small amounts.

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Onion Powder
Neutral

Onion powder adds flavor and is a natural seasoning with no significant health impact.

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Oregano
Neutral

Oregano is a natural herb that adds flavor and has antioxidant properties, with no significant health concerns.

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Paprika Extract
Neutral

Paprika extract provides color and flavor, and contains antioxidants, with no notable health risks.

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Maltodextrin
Bad

Maltodextrin is a processed carbohydrate that can cause rapid blood sugar spikes and is considered less healthy.

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Yeast Extract
Bad

Concentrated glutamate source — MSG-adjacent flavor enhancer.

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Processing

Group 4 · Ultra-processed

Ultra-Processed Foods

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