Who are these options for?

People prioritising salt content

You’re preparing several portions and start by comparing the « salt » value per 100 g. A claim such as « no added flavourings » doesn’t tell you this figure on its own.

People who prefer to stock up on tins

You want to keep peas in the cupboard before preparing several meals. The drained net weight helps you work out how much you can use, while the storage instructions after opening matter for any portions left over.

People who pay attention to pea size and ingredients

You choose based on claims such as « extra-fine », « organic » or « no added flavourings ». Check the ingredients list too if you want to know whether the product contains salt.

Which criteria should you compare?

Tinned peas

Worth considering: if cupboard storage and quick preparation matter more to you, after comparing the stated salt content.

Bear in mind: the drained weight may be lower than the total weight. Once opened, follow the storage instructions on the tin.

Frozen peas

Worth considering: if you have a freezer and also want to compare an option with a low stated salt content, such as Auchan peas at 0.01 g per 100 g.

Bear in mind: this format can’t be stored in a cupboard and needs to stay frozen.

Criterion What to check Who is it for?
Stated salt content Compare the « salt » value per 100 g for products of the same type. Don’t mistake « organic », « no preservatives » or « no added flavourings » for reduced salt. If I’m preparing several meals and want to keep an eye on the stated salt content first, this figure guides my choice; around 42% of consumers would put this criterion first.
Format and storage Check the drained net weight of a tin or the size of a bag of frozen peas, then check the instructions for storing the product after opening. To divide my peas between several dishes, I need a usable quantity and a suitable way to store them; this would be the top priority for around 33% of consumers.
Pea size and ingredients Read the product description and ingredients list, especially if you’re looking for extra-fine peas or want to know whether salt has been added. If pea size or ingredients determine my recipes, I check these before the format; around 25% of consumers would prioritise these features.

What should you avoid?

  • Assuming « organic » or « no added flavourings » means less salt

    The ingredients lists for the Bonduelle, D’aucy and Carrefour Bio products featured by Auchan and Carrefour respectively include salt, despite their other qualities.

    When comparing tins, check the « salt » value per 100 g. Check the product itself separately for any reduced-salt claim.

  • Working out portions from the total weight of the tin

    The 400 g Bonduelle tin featured by Auchan contains 0.28 kg of drained peas. The total weight therefore doesn’t tell you how many peas are available for your dishes.

    Work out your portions using the drained net weight, and check the storage instructions if you won’t use the whole tin once it’s opened.

  • Overlooking frozen peas when cupboard storage isn’t your main priority

    Auchan’s 1 kg bag of frozen peas contains 0.01 g of salt per 100 g. However, these are frozen peas, not tinned.

    Compare this option with the tins you’re considering, then choose based on the stated salt content and whether you have space in your freezer.

Brands to consider in these formats

Bonduelle

Auchan features a tin of Bonduelle peas with no added flavourings.

  • The 400 g tin listed contains 0.28 kg of drained peas, which is useful when planning portions.
  • The ingredients list includes salt, and the nutrition information shows 0.55 g of salt per 100 g. « No added flavourings » doesn’t mean « reduced salt ».

D’aucy

Auchan features a pack of 3 × 560 g tins of extra-fine peas.

  • The multipack gives you several tins to use for meals on different dates.
  • The product listing shows 0.45 g of salt per 100 g. Once opened, the instructions say to transfer the peas to an airtight container, keep them in the fridge and eat them within two days.

Auchan

The 1 kg bag of Auchan extra-fine peas considered here is frozen, not tinned.

  • Its product listing shows 0.01 g of salt per 100 g, a figure to compare with the tins you’re considering.
  • You’ll need freezer space and must keep the product frozen.

Carrefour Bio

Carrefour features a jar of organic peas.

  • The ingredients list includes organic peas, water and sea salt.
  • The « organic » claim on its own doesn’t mean the product has a reduced salt content.

ALL SEASONS® (ALDI)

ALDI offers a 1 kg bag of frozen ALL SEASONS® extra-fine peas.

  • If you have a freezer, you can divide the 1 kg bag between several meals.
  • If you’re comparing products by salt content, check the nutrition information on the bag you choose.

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Frequently asked questions

Do « no added flavourings », « no preservatives » or « organic » mean less salt?

No. These claims don’t tell you the salt content on their own. The Bonduelle and D’aucy products featured by Auchan, as well as the Carrefour Bio jar featured by Carrefour, include salt in their ingredients lists. Compare the « salt » value per 100 g for the products you’re interested in.

Which product should I compare if salt content matters more than having a tin?

Auchan’s 1 kg bag of frozen extra-fine peas contains 0.01 g of salt per 100 g. On the product listings offered by Auchan, the D’aucy and Bonduelle tins considered here show 0.45 g and 0.55 g per 100 g respectively; these figures apply only to these specific products. Choosing frozen peas also means having access to a freezer.

How should I store an opened tin of peas for several meals?

Follow the instructions on the tin you’re using. For the D’aucy product featured by Auchan, transfer any leftovers to a suitable airtight container, keep it in the fridge and eat the peas within two days.