Who is this choice for?

Parents short on time in the evening

If dinner needs to be ready quickly, peas that are already cooked in a jar or carton can be served after heating. Frozen peas need cooking, but let you take out just the amount you need.

Parents who check the label

If organic certification is your main priority, look for the EU organic leaf logo and, where shown on the product, the AB mark. Check the ingredients, country of origin and ‘salt’ line in the nutritional information separately.

Households planning several dinners

A bag of frozen peas lets you take out different amounts for different meals, as long as you follow the storage instructions. For an opened jar or carton, check how soon it needs to be used after opening.

What should you look for?

Frozen organic peas

Choose these if: you want to take out the amount you need to cook for each dinner.

Bear in mind: you’ll need freezer space and must follow the storage and cooking instructions.

Organic peas in a jar

Choose these if: you want to keep peas that are already cooked in the cupboard.

Check: the salt content on the label and how long the peas will keep after opening.

Organic peas in a carton

Choose these if: you’re looking for a product that’s already cooked and can be served hot or cold, depending on the product information.

Check: the drained net weight to see how much peas you’ll be serving.

What to consider What to check Who is this for?
Organic certification and ingredients Look for the EU organic leaf logo and read the ingredients list. Check the country of origin separately if it matters to you. I want to confirm that the product is organic without assuming that all products have the same ingredients. Around 42% of consumers prioritise this.
Preparation and format Compare the cooking instructions, storage requirements and amount you can use for each meal. When time is short in the evening, I look for a format that suits the way I prepare dinner. This is the priority for around 33% of consumers.
Salt and serving size Check the salt content per 100 g and, for jars and cartons, the drained net weight. When putting together a child’s meal, I want to know how much salt is listed and how much I’ll be serving. This is the top priority for around 25% of consumers.

Things to bear in mind

  • Assuming the organic logo means the peas are from France

    Organic certification and country of origin are two separate things: Carrefour lists ‘Spain or France’ for its frozen product, while Bonduelle states that its peas are from France.

    If French origin matters to you, check the details of the product you’re buying.

  • Choosing a jar without checking the ‘salt’ line

    The product information for Auchan Bio’s jar lists peas, water and salt, with 0.6 g of salt per 100 g. Organic certification does not mean that no salt has been added.

    Compare the salt content per 100 g of the products you’re considering before seasoning the meal.

  • Comparing only the weight shown on the front

    According to its product information, the 400 g Jardin Bio Étic carton contains 230 g of peas by drained net weight.

    To work out how much to serve, use the drained net weight for products packed in liquid.

  • Forgetting the instructions for frozen peas

    Auchan Bio’s frozen peas must be stored at −18 °C and must not be refrozen after defrosting.

    Check the instructions on the bag you choose and put it in the freezer when you get home from shopping.

Brands and ranges to know

Bonduelle

Bonduelle’s 500 g pack of frozen organic peas is listed as being from France.

  • Bonduelle’s product information lists organic peas and a cooking time of 3 minutes for 150 g.
  • The product information warns that it may contain traces of celery. Check the label if you have an allergy.

Carrefour Bio

The products reviewed include a 600 g bag of frozen peas and a jar with a drained net weight of 420 g.

  • The frozen bag contains organic peas; the jar contains organic peas, water and sea salt.
  • The origin of the peas in the bag is listed as ‘Spain or France’—you can’t tell from the range name alone.

Auchan Bio

The products reviewed include a 600 g pack of frozen organic peas and a 280 g jar of organic peas.

  • The frozen product information gives cooking instructions that don’t require defrosting first.
  • The jar’s product information lists 0.6 g of salt per 100 g. Check the label on the product you buy.

Jardin Bio Étic

The product reviewed is a 400 g carton of ready-cooked organic peas, listed as providing two servings.

  • According to the product information, it can be served hot or cold and contains 230 g of peas by drained net weight.
  • It contains water and sea salt. Once opened, follow the instructions for keeping it chilled.

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Frequently asked questions

How can you tell if peas are organic?

Look for the EU organic leaf logo and, if it appears on the packaging, the AB mark. The Ministry of Agriculture presents these as indicators of products from organic farming. Check them on the product you choose rather than relying on the word ‘natural’ alone.

Does organic mean that no salt has been added to the peas?

No. Organic certification relates to how food is produced, not whether salt has been added. The product information for Auchan Bio’s jar lists water and salt among the ingredients, as well as 0.6 g of salt per 100 g. Compare the ingredients and nutritional information of the products you’re considering.

How should you store peas after buying or opening them?

Follow the instructions for the format you’ve bought: Auchan Bio’s frozen peas should be stored at −18 °C and must not be refrozen after defrosting. For its jar, Auchan advises transferring the peas to an airtight container and refrigerating them after opening, then using them within two days. Check the label on the product you have.

Can you serve these peas to a very young child?

The right texture depends on the child’s age and ability to chew, not simply on whether the peas are organic. Assurance Maladie describes how young children progress from puréed foods to mashed foods and then small pieces. If your child has difficulty eating or an allergy, seek advice from a health professional who can take their needs into account.