People who need to avoid gluten strictly
Check the label and packaging of every product you buy. Don’t assume that a product is gluten-free just because its ingredients list looks simple.
Who is this option for?
Households stocking up
You’re looking for tins to cover several meals, in sizes that match how much you use each time you open one.
People keeping an eye on added ingredients
You compare the ingredients in specific products, including whether they contain sugar, salt or flavourings, rather than assuming all tinned peas are the same.
What should you check?
| What to check | Look for | Who is it for? |
|---|---|---|
| Avoiding gluten | If you need to avoid gluten strictly, check for a ‘gluten-free’ label on the pack, as well as the ingredients list and highlighted allergens. | If I need to exclude gluten strictly, I can’t rely on a recipe looking simple. Around 42% of consumers would put this check first. |
| Stocking-up size | Check the total drained weight and the drained weight per tin, then read the storage instructions for after opening. | If I only use a small amount with each meal, I prefer to open a tin that’s the right size for my portion. Around 33% of consumers would prioritise the pack size first. |
| Ingredients | Check the added ingredients and nutritional information for the product you’re considering, particularly the salt per 100 g. | If I want to limit certain added ingredients, I compare recipes before choosing a multipack size. Around 25% of consumers would put ingredients first. |
Mistakes to avoid
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Assuming a recipe with no obvious cereals is guaranteed to be gluten-free
A short ingredients list alone doesn’t confirm that a tin is suitable if you need to avoid gluten strictly.
Look for a ‘gluten-free’ label on the pack you buy, and check the ingredients and allergens again, even if you’re already familiar with the product.
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Comparing multipacks by the number of tins alone
Carrefour France lists a multipack of three tins with a drained weight of 140 g each, while Auchan’s listing for a Bonduelle multipack of three 560 g tins gives a total drained weight of 1.68 kg and 12 portions. So the same number of tins doesn’t necessarily mean the same amount of peas to use.
Compare the drained weight per tin with your usual portions, then choose a size that lets you use the contents after opening.
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Confusing ‘no preservatives’ with a recipe that has nothing added
Auchan’s listing for the Bonduelle multipack gives the ingredients as peas, water, sugar and salt. Its listing for a multipack of three tins of extra-fine peas also mentions natural herb flavouring.
Read the ingredients list for the exact product and, if salt matters to you, compare the relevant line in the nutritional information.
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Treating an opened tin like a sealed one
Storage instructions for unopened tins kept at room temperature don’t tell you how to store peas once the tin has been opened.
Plan how you’ll use any leftovers and follow the refrigeration and time-limit instructions on the pack.
Brands to know when comparing products
Bonduelle
Auchan’s listing for a multipack of 3 × 560 g tins of Bonduelle peas gives a total drained weight of 1.68 kg and 12 portions.
- This size can be useful for stocking up if you have several meals planned that will use the contents of each tin.
- The listed ingredients are peas, water, sugar and salt. Check the pack you buy separately for any ‘gluten-free’ label.
Carrefour Classic'
Carrefour France lists a multipack of three 140 g drained-weight tins of Classic' extra-fine peas.
- Smaller tins mean you only need to open part of the multipack for each meal.
- Check the ingredients and labelling on the product you choose. The pack size doesn’t tell you whether it’s suitable if you need to avoid gluten strictly.
Notre Jardin
E.Leclerc lists a 280 g tin of Notre Jardin extra-fine peas.
- This pack size gives you another option to compare with multipacks of smaller tins.
- Check the ingredients and any gluten-related labelling on the specific tin you plan to buy.
Auchan
Auchan lists a multipack of extra-fine peas in 3 × 140 g tins.
- You can open the tins separately to suit the portions you need.
- The listing mentions sugar, salt and natural herb flavouring. It also notes that the ingredients may vary depending on the delivery service and purchase date.
ALL SEASONS®
ALDI France lists a 1 kg bag of frozen ALL SEASONS® extra-fine peas.
- The bag offers another option to consider if you have a freezer and prepare varying amounts.
- This frozen product doesn’t serve the same purpose as a cupboard full of tins. If you need to avoid gluten strictly, check its label too.
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Frequently asked questions
Is a tin of peas automatically ‘gluten-free’ if wheat isn’t listed in the ingredients?
No. The absence of wheat from the ingredients list isn’t enough to confirm that a tin is suitable if you need to avoid gluten strictly. Check for a ‘gluten-free’ label on the product you buy, or ask the manufacturer to confirm if you need to.
What should you check on the label when shopping gluten-free?
Check the gluten-related labelling, ingredients list and highlighted allergens on the specific tin you’re buying. The DGCCRF reminds food businesses that allergens must be declared on food labels. An old product listing is no substitute for checking the packaging.
How should you store tinned peas after opening?
Follow the instructions for the product you buy: an opened tin doesn’t keep in the same way as a sealed one. Auchan’s listing for the 3 × 140 g multipack recommends transferring the peas to a suitable airtight container, keeping them in the fridge and eating them within two days. Don’t assume this advice applies to other products without checking.
Does a tin become unsafe to eat the day after its ‘best before’ date?
No. A best-before date is a minimum durability date, which is different from a use-by date. According to Anses, the food may lose some of its flavour or nutritional qualities after this date. Check the date shown on the tin and make sure it’s in good condition.