First, weigh the amount of cashews you plan to eat, then compare the nutritional information per 100 g. The four varieties mentioned from PLUS, Duyvis, Jumbo and Albert Heijn provide 598–622 kcal per 100 g, according to product information from PLUS, Flink, Jumbo and Albert Heijn. A 25 g portion works out at around 150–156 kcal too. The European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for a ‘low-energy’ claim on solid foods, so none of these four varieties meets that threshold.
You want to take cashews with you and know how much energy your planned portion contains. Always compare the same weight in grams, and don’t automatically count a whole packet as one portion. Product information from PLUS, Flink, Jumbo and Albert Heijn gives the energy per 100 g, making it easy to compare like for like.
You’re looking for an unsalted snack and want to know whether the nuts are unroasted or prepared with oil. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, unsalted nuts are included in the Wheel of Five. You should also check the ingredients for the exact variety.
You want to portion out your snack in advance, then seal and store the rest properly. So check the pack weight, closure and storage instructions on the packaging.
The amount you actually eat is the key factor if you want to limit the energy in your snack. Then compare how the nuts are prepared and how easy they are to take with you.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy in your portion | Check the kcal per 100 g and calculate it for your portion: kcal per 100 g × portion weight in g ÷ 100. | If your main aim is to limit the energy in your own snack portion, it’s better to weigh the nuts than guess by taking a handful. Around 50% of consumers who prioritise the energy in their portion feel the same way. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check the ingredients and salt content of the exact variety; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean that no oil has been added. | If you’re looking for unsalted nuts or a simple ingredients list, you’ll want to check the preparation method on the label. Around 30% of consumers who prioritise ingredients and composition share this concern. |
| Portioning and taking them with you | Check the net weight, portion information and closure. Also check the rules of the festival you’re attending. | If you want to grab a measured snack while you’re out and save the rest for later, portioning and resealing are practical considerations. Around 20% of consumers who prioritise convenience on the go share this need. |
These labels describe the salt content or preparation method, not necessarily the energy content. A smaller portion doesn’t change the nutritional information per 100 g.
Check the kcal per 100 g and calculate the energy for the amount you plan to eat. Don’t use ‘low-energy’ to describe a product that doesn’t meet the relevant threshold.
Albert Heijn lists four 25 g portions in its 100 g pack. Eating the whole pack is therefore more than one stated portion.
Decide in advance how many grams you want to take with you, and divide up the pack before you leave.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns a specific 170 g pack of TRADER JOE’S cashews, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning does not automatically apply to all ALDI cashews.
Compare the weight, barcode and best-before date with the warning. Do not eat a pack that exactly matches the recalled product details.
The salted Oven Roasted variety mentioned could suit you if you’re specifically looking for roasted, salted cashews.
AH Ongezouten cashewnoten 100 g could be a good fit if you want a smaller pack to divide between several snacks.
Jumbo Ongezouten Cashewnoten 130 g is an option if you’re looking for unsalted nuts in a pack that, according to the product description, reseals easily.
Lidl offers unsalted cashews as a store option, as stated in its product description.
TRADER JOE’S Cashewnoten geroosterd en ongezouten 250 g could suit you if you want to prepare several portions.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand 200 g could suit you if you’re looking for unroasted cashews with a simple ingredients list.
No, not just because the portion is small. According to the European Commission, a low-energy claim for a solid food is only permitted at a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g. The varieties mentioned from PLUS, Duyvis, Jumbo and Albert Heijn are all above this threshold.
No. According to the European Commission, a claim about reduced energy content requires at least 30% less energy, as well as information about the factor responsible for the reduction. A small difference between two sets of nutritional values isn’t enough on its own to support such a claim.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging of your product. Albert Heijn recommends closing the pack securely and storing it somewhere cool, dark and dry. For opened, unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as general storage advice for maintaining quality; this isn’t a guarantee that they’ll keep in a warm festival tent. A rancid taste, tough texture or mould are signs of deterioration or spoilage.
Check the label on the exact pack before buying and eating the product. The Jumbo variety mentioned contains cashews and states that the product may contain other nuts and peanuts. Albert Heijn also mentions possible cross-contamination with other types of nuts. The NVWA explains that allergens must be clearly stated on the label.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of TRADER JOE’S unsalted cashews, with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat a pack that exactly matches these details. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other pack sizes or all ALDI cashews.
