Who are these sizes suitable for?

People cooking small vegan portions

If you cook for one or two people, multipacks of three small tins, each with 140 g drained, let you keep peas in the cupboard without opening a large tin straight away.

Households preparing several plant-based meals

If you regularly add peas to salads, soups or side dishes, a larger multipack may suit the way you cook. Just make sure you can use each tin within the time stated on its label once opened.

People who check ingredients carefully

If added flavourings, stock, sugar or salt affect your choice, compare the ingredients lists for the specific products. Recipes can vary between multipacks, even when the peas come in the same size tins.

What should you look for?

Start with how much you use between opening tins, then check the recipe for each product and any claims that matter to you.

What to consider What to check Who is it for?
Portions and leftovers Compare the net drained weight per tin and the storage instructions for after opening. I cook small portions and would rather not open a large tin for just one meal. Around 45% of consumers would put portion size first.
Ingredients Read the ingredients list for the specific multipack, paying particular attention to any flavourings or stock. Also check the nutritional information if salt or sugars influence your choice. When shopping for vegan food, I want to know exactly what’s in the tin before adding it to my recipes. Around 33% of consumers would make this their top priority.
Stocking up and origin Check the total quantity in the multipack and, if it matters to you, the origin or any labels shown for the product. I prepare several meals and want to stock up in a way that suits my routine, with a declared origin if that’s important to me. Around 22% of consumers would prioritise having a suitable supply in the cupboard.

Mistakes to avoid

  • Confusing the weight of the tin with the weight of the peas

    The liquid in the tin is included in the total weight. To compare the amount of vegetables you’ll get, check the net drained weight. The multipacks considered here include sizes with a total drained weight of 420 g and 1.68 kg.

    Before choosing a size, compare the net drained weight of each tin and of the multipack as a whole.

  • Buying large tins without planning for leftovers

    Once opened, a large tin means you’ll need to use its contents within the time stated. Instructions published for some Auchan and D'Aucy products say to refrigerate the contents in a suitable container and use them within two days.

    Choose a multipack of small tins if your portions vary; save the large tins for meals you plan to prepare close together.

    A tin that’s too large for your meals may leave you with unused peas once the stated storage time is up.

  • Assuming you know what’s in a product from its name alone

    According to the product listings in question, some recipes may include natural flavouring or vegetable stock. The Notre Jardin product advertised as having no added sugar or salt is a mix of peas and carrots, not a tin of peas on their own.

    Read the ingredients list for the specific product you choose. If vegan certification is essential to you, check that it’s explicitly stated rather than assuming it from the product’s name or place on the shelf.

  • Assuming every product listing from a retailer describes the same recipe

    Auchan states that the composition of the product on offer may vary depending on the online grocery service and purchase date. A general range description therefore isn’t enough to identify the ingredients in the multipack you’ll receive.

    Check the listing for the product you’ve selected, then check its label when you buy it.

Brands to know

Bonduelle

Bonduelle offers, among other products, multipacks of small tins of peas and a multipack of 2 x 530 g tins.

  • The products considered come in several sizes, so you can match the amount you open to the meals you have planned.
  • Recipes vary: the 3 x 140 g multipack listed by Auchan includes vegetable stock, while the listing for the 2 x 530 g multipack gives peas, water, sugar and salt as ingredients.

Carrefour Classic'

The Carrefour Classic' product considered is a multipack of three tins of extra-fine peas, each with a net drained weight of 140 g.

  • The three small tins let you open the multipack gradually.
  • The ingredients list published by Carrefour includes natural spice flavouring; check that it meets your requirements.

Auchan

Auchan offers, among other products, a multipack of 3 x 140 g tins of extra-fine peas.

  • The multipack contains 420 g drained weight across three tins.
  • Auchan says the composition may vary depending on the online grocery service and purchase date, so check the product on offer before ordering.

Notre Jardin

This E.Leclerc brand offers a multipack of 3 x 140 g tins of extra-fine peas, as well as a separate peas-and-carrots product.

  • E.Leclerc states that the peas in the 3 x 140 g multipack considered are grown in France.
  • The product advertised as having no added sugar or salt is a mix of peas and carrots, so it isn’t a like-for-like alternative to peas on their own.

D'Aucy

D'Aucy offers, among other products, multipacks of 3 x 140 g and 3 x 560 g tins of extra-fine peas.

  • The Auchan listing for the 3 x 560 g multipack gives a total net drained weight of 1.68 kg, which may suit you if you regularly use larger quantities.
  • For this larger size, plan to use the contents of each tin after opening in line with the product’s storage instructions.

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Frequently asked questions

Does an ingredients list that looks plant-based guarantee that a tin is vegan?

No. It lets you check the recipe shown, but it isn’t the same as vegan certification. The product listings considered mention peas, water, sugar, salt, natural flavouring or vegetable stock, depending on the product. If you have specific requirements about flavourings or production methods, look for explicit confirmation for the product in question.

Which weight should you compare between two multipacks of tinned peas?

Compare the net drained weight to see how many peas you’ll have once the liquid has been drained away. Also check whether the figure is for one tin or the whole multipack: three tins with a net drained weight of 140 g each give you 420 g in total.

What should you do with peas after opening a tin?

Follow the storage instructions for the product you’ve bought. The listings checked for some Auchan and D'Aucy products say to transfer the contents to a suitable container, refrigerate and use within two days. Always follow the instructions on your own product.

Which details on the label are useful when choosing a tin?

The ingredients list, nutritional information and stated quantities help you compare products to suit your needs. For vegetables in liquid, pay particular attention to the net drained weight, and check the storage instructions for after opening.