Choose an unsalted variety you enjoy and compare the energy content for the same weighed amount; a smaller serving doesn’t make a product low in calories. The Dutch Nutrition Centre gives average figures of 154 kcal per 25 g of cashews, 157 kcal per 25 g of peanuts and 164 kcal per 25 g of mixed unsalted nuts. Check the label for the exact variety you’re considering, and choose a pack size that suits how much you’ll use and can store in a dry place.
You want to know how much energy a weighed serving provides while you study or unwind. The Dutch Nutrition Centre gives general nutritional values for a 25 g handful; for your choice, check the label for the exact variety.
You shop for one and choose a pack size to suit your needs and the space you have to store your nuts. The Dutch Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container.
You’re looking for an unsalted variety and want to know what else is in your snack. The Dutch Nutrition Centre distinguishes unsalted nuts from salted, coated or sugar- or chocolate-coated varieties.
First compare the nutritional values for the same weight, then decide which pack size and ingredients suit the way you’ll use them.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per serving | Compare kcal per 100 g on the label and weigh your serving; calculate kcal per 100 g × serving weight in grams ÷ 100. | If I want to weigh my snack while studying, I want to compare the energy content for the same weight. Around 42% of consumers prioritise energy per weighed serving. |
| A suitable amount to stock up on | Check the net weight and storage instructions; choose an amount you can use and store appropriately. | For a one-person household, I want to be able to use the pack and store it in a dry place. Around 25% of consumers prioritise pack size and storage. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check that the exact variety is unsalted, and read the ingredients and nutrition table. | If I’m choosing an unsalted snack, I also want to understand what’s in it. Around 17% of consumers give the ingredients the greatest weight in their decision. |
| Convenient for snacking | Check whether the product format suits how you’ll use it and whether you can reseal the pack securely after opening. | In my room, I want something I can grab, portion out and then store properly. Around 16% of consumers prioritise convenience. |
Energy per serving and energy per 100 g answer different questions. A smaller serving doesn’t change the product’s composition.
First compare the same weights, then calculate your own serving. For the claim ‘low energy’, the European Commission sets out the conditions in Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006; for solid foods, the maximum is 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g.
According to Flink Netherlands, the product information for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts 235 g lists peanuts and sunflower oil, and states that the product may contain other types of nuts.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The NVWA states that pre-packed products must include allergen information.
According to the Dutch Nutrition Centre, nuts are susceptible to mould and should be stored in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. A pack you can’t use or store suitably may end up going to waste.
Choose a pack size to suit your needs, and follow the storage instructions on the pack after opening.
A useful option if you’re looking for unsalted peanuts and want to check the nutritional values of a specific variety.
The AH own-brand range includes an unsalted almond variety for anyone looking for a single type of nut.
Jumbo offers an unsalted cashew variety in a 200 g pack.
The Alesto range includes a separate unsalted cashew variety in a 500 g pack.
ALDI describes an unsalted nut mix containing almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
The PLUS own-brand range includes an unroasted, unsalted nut mix in a 200 g pack.
These Joybuy picks include different types of nuts and pack sizes, so you can compare nutritional information for equal servings; some product names specifically state that the nuts are unsalted.
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A cashew option to compare with other types of nuts when checking energy per serving. Check the nutrition table for this exact variety and weigh your own serving.
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A good fit if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted peanut variety. Compare the energy content on the label and weigh out a serving; the pack size isn’t the same as a snack serving.
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An option if you’re looking for raw, unsalted almonds. Use the nutrition table for this variety to compare the energy content for the same serving weight.
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This pack of almonds could suit you if you’re looking to stock up. Check the nutritional information and storage instructions for the exact pack, and weigh out a separate serving.
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An option if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g on the pack and weigh your own serving.
No. According to the Dutch Nutrition Centre, general unsalted cashews contain an average of 154 kcal, peanuts 157 kcal and mixed nuts 164 kcal per 25 g. ‘Unsalted’ describes the ingredients, not the energy content.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g on the label by the number of grams you’ve weighed out, then divide by 100. This lets you compare products at the same weight; the result is a calculation based on the nutritional value shown.
For solid foods, the EU claim ‘low energy’ allows a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g, according to the annex to Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006. The European Commission states that nutrition claims are only permitted if they’re listed in that annex; a small serving doesn’t automatically make a product eligible for the claim.
Check the allergen information on the pack for the exact variety. The NVWA lists peanuts and nuts separately in its allergen information requirements for pre-packed products; the Duyvis peanuts that were checked also state that other nuts may be present.
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat that specific batch if you still have it; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other products.
