Choose a large bag if you use that variety regularly and can store it properly once opened; smaller packs keep your unopened stock sealed for longer. Also check the ingredients and how the nuts are prepared: unsalted does not automatically mean unroasted or free from added oil.
You often use the same cashew nuts and want to top up your supply at the right time. Compare the exact pack size and variety: a label such as ‘value pack’ does not tell you which ingredients are included. AH, ALDI and Jumbo offer different sizes and preparations.
You want to keep a supply in stock, but won’t get through a large opened bag quickly. Smaller packs may suit you if you’d rather keep unopened bags sealed until you need them. Voedingscentrum recommends storing opened cashew nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
You want to use cashew nuts in a range of dishes and pay attention to salt, preparation and added oil. AH Terra and PLUS offer unroasted varieties; Jumbo lists sunflower oil in its 500 g unsalted pack.
First decide which variety you want, then choose a quantity that suits how much you use and how you’ll store the nuts once opened.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size for your stock | Compare the quantity and variety; don’t let the words ‘value pack’ be the only reason to choose a larger bag. | When I restock, I want a size that suits what we actually use. Around 36% of consumers prioritise whether the pack size suits their needs. |
| How quickly you can use it after opening | Match the quantity you open at a time to how much you use, and make sure you have a suitable airtight container. | If I eat cashew nuts slowly, I don’t want to open more than I need. Around 29% of consumers prioritise being able to use the contents in good time. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the ingredients and salt content per 100 g on the pack you’re buying. | When I’m looking for unsalted nuts for everyday use, I check the exact variety. Around 21% of consumers prioritise this type of recipe. |
| Preparation for cooking | Check whether the nuts are unroasted or roasted, and whether oil or salt has been added. | When I choose cashew nuts for cooking, I want the preparation and ingredients to suit the dish. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this. |
A larger pack also means opening more nuts at once. That can be inconvenient if you use them slowly.
Choose a size based on how much you usually use, and check which salted or unsalted variety you’re buying.
Cashew nuts can become rancid, tough or mouldy over time. That’s why both the quantity you keep in stock and a good seal matter.
Match the number of opened packs to how much you use, and follow the storage advice on the pack.
These labels describe different qualities. For example, Jumbo lists sunflower oil in its 500 g unsalted pack, while AH Terra and PLUS offer unroasted varieties.
Check the preparation and ingredients separately from the salt label.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The instruction for this product is: do not eat it.
If you still have this pack, compare the product name, weight, barcode and best-before date with the warning. It applies to this specific pack, not automatically to all ALDI cashew nuts.
The range includes 250 g and 500 g packs of unsalted cashew nuts, as well as 500 g packs of AH Terra Unroasted Cashew Nuts.
Jumbo offers 500 g packs of salted and unsalted cashew nuts, as well as smaller 200 g packs.
Trader Joe’s cashew nuts include a 250 g pack of roasted, unsalted nuts and a 500 g XXL pack.
PLUS offers 200 g packs of cashew nuts labelled as unsalted and unroasted.
Duyvis cashew nuts are listed in 125 g bags; a box of ten 125 g bags of Sea Salt is also available.
Lidl’s product pages include unsalted cashew nuts and Way To Go! Unsalted Cashew Nuts.
These Joybuy products suit a range of pack sizes and uses for cashew nuts.
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The 200 g pack is a good fit if you’d rather open a smaller quantity at a time.
Roasted and unsalted; cashew nuts are listed as an ingredient.
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The 500 g pack offers a larger quantity for regular use or sharing.
The product description suggests enjoying them as a snack or using them in baking; cashew kernels and salt are listed as ingredients.
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This 500 g pack may suit regular use; bear in mind the product description’s advice to consume the contents after opening.
The ingredients list states 99% cashew nuts and salt. The product description suggests enjoying them as a snack or using them as a topping.
According to the product description, the contents should be consumed immediately after opening; this may be less practical if you use them slowly.
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The 160 g pack may suit you if you prefer to buy a smaller quantity at a time.
The product description lists cashew kernels as an ingredient and suggests enjoying them as a snack or adding them to yoghurt, muesli and baked goods.
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The 125 g bag is a smaller pack for an individual snack occasion.
The title says dry-roasted; the description lists 98% cashew nuts and a seasoning mix. The allergen information lists cashew nuts, gluten/wheat and peanuts; check the pack.
Match your supply to how much you actually use and decide how much you want to open at a time. This helps you choose between one larger bag and several smaller packs without treating a standard portion as personal advice.
Store unsalted cashew nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in an airtight container, and follow the advice on the pack too. Voedingscentrum says opened unsalted cashew nuts can be kept for six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer. Nuts that are rancid, tough or mouldy are signs of deteriorating quality.
According to Voedingscentrum, a best-before date relates to quality, and checking by looking, smelling and tasting applies to a product without a safety warning. If there is a warning, always follow the specific instructions. On 20 May 2026, the NVWA warned about Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026: do not eat this pack.
No. The salt label and preparation method are different product characteristics. Jumbo lists sunflower oil in its 500 g unsalted pack, while AH Terra and PLUS offer unroasted varieties. So check the ingredients and preparation method for the exact pack.
Check the ingredients and any warnings about possible traces on the pack you’re buying. The NVWA says businesses must inform consumers about allergens present; product information may also mention the possible presence of peanuts or other nuts.
