Who might find this choice useful?

A lighter snack after your workout

You want to choose cashew nuts without mistaking unsalted or oven-roasted for lower in fat. Compare the nutritional values on the same basis and think carefully about how much to take with you.

Cashew nuts alongside your protein source

You want to know how much protein a portion of cashew nuts provides and consider it as part of your overall diet.

An easy snack to keep in your gym bag

You’re looking for an option with ingredients and salt content that suit your preferences, plus packaging that’s easy to carry and store.

What should you look for when choosing?

First, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and check what a reduced-fat claim is based on. Then consider the portion size, ingredients and packaging.

What to consider What to look for Who is this important for?
Less fat and energy Compare fat and energy per 100 g, and check the basis for comparison behind any claim. If I want a lighter snack after exercise, I want to know what’s actually in the same amount. Around 36% of consumers say demonstrably lower fat and energy content is their top priority when buying.
Protein content Check the protein per 100 g and work out how much that means for the amount you eat. I want to know how much protein my snack adds, without assuming that a larger portion is automatically the best choice. Around 29% of consumers give protein content top priority.
Ingredients and salt Read the ingredients list, salt content and allergen information on the exact pack. If I’m looking for a simple or unsalted snack, I check the packaging rather than relying on the preparation description. Around 21% of consumers make this their top priority when choosing.
Portion size and storage Check the net weight and storage instructions after opening. I want to be able to take some with me and store the rest as directed. Practical packaging comes first for around 14% of consumers.

Common mistakes

  • Assuming unsalted or made without added oil means lower in fat

    These terms describe different product features. According to PLUS, the PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand product reviewed contains 46.5 g of fat per 100 g, so its short ingredients list doesn’t make it low in fat.

    Check the nutrition table and any explicit reduced-fat claim separately.

  • Assuming less fat means proportionally less energy

    Voedingscentrum points out that a product with less fat may also contain more carbohydrate or protein. These also provide energy.

    Compare both fat and energy per 100 g, then decide on a portion that suits you.

  • Comparing manufacturers’ portion sizes directly

    The AH cup reviewed lists a 25 g portion, while Albert Heijn gives a 30 g portion for the Duyvis option reviewed. Voedingscentrum explains that manufacturers set their own portion sizes, so nutritional values per portion aren’t necessarily comparable.

    Compare per 100 g first, then work out the values for the same amount of each product.

  • Having a larger portion for extra protein

    A larger portion of cashew nuts also provides more fat and energy. Voedingscentrum lists various everyday foods as ways to add protein to your diet.

    Check how much protein your portion provides and consider it as part of your overall diet.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

Duyvis describes Cashews Original as savoury and oven-roasted, with no added oil.

  • The preparation method and the absence of added oil are part of the brand’s description.
  • This doesn’t prove a reduced fat content; the stated crunchiness is a brand claim, not an independent taste assessment.

Albert Heijn

The AH Cashewnoten ongezouten product reviewed is a roasted option in a 170 g cup.

  • Albert Heijn’s product information lists cashew nuts and sunflower oil, with no added salt.
  • Albert Heijn lists 50 g of fat per 100 g for this option; unsalted doesn’t mean low in fat here.

Jumbo

The product range reviewed includes unroasted and roasted unsalted cashew nuts.

  • Jumbo lists cashew nuts as the only ingredient in its unroasted option.
  • The roasted option contains sunflower oil. Neither preparation method, by itself, proves a reduced fat content.

Lidl

Dutch product information for Alesto and Way To Go! includes roasted salted and garlic and rosemary options, among others.

  • The options mentioned offer a range of savoury flavours.
  • A flavour option or product range name doesn’t prove that the cashew nuts are unsalted or reduced in fat.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands describes Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.

  • The product description makes the preparation method, salt option and pack size clear.
  • Unsalted and roasted doesn’t prove a reduced fat content.

PLUS

PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand is an option in a 200 g bag.

  • PLUS describes it as unroasted and unsalted; the product information also notes that it may contain peanuts.
  • PLUS lists 46.5 g of fat per 100 g. Check the nutritional values and allergen information on the pack you buy.

Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

Are reduced-fat cashew nuts the same as low-fat cashew nuts?

No, these are different claims. Voedingscentrum explains that ‘light’, ‘lite’ and ‘reduced’ refer to a comparison in which the product contains at least 30% less of the relevant nutrient than the standard product. For a ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit of 3 g of fat per 100 g. So a product with relatively less fat may still contain more than 3 g of fat per 100 g.

What should I look out for if I have a cashew or peanut allergy?

Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. Cashew nuts are the main ingredient in these products; for example, PLUS notes that the option reviewed may contain peanuts. A preparation description such as unroasted or oven-roasted doesn’t replace this check.

Does the ALDI recall notice apply to all cashew nuts?

No. The NVWA notice dated 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. If you still have this exact pack, don’t eat the contents and follow the NVWA’s instructions. The notice doesn’t apply to all cashew nuts or every ALDI option.

Is 25 g the right portion for everyone?

No. Albert Heijn lists 25 g as the portion for the cup reviewed, but Voedingscentrum points out that manufacturers set their own portion sizes. So compare products per 100 g first, then work out the values for the amount you actually eat.

Can I use cashew nuts as my only source of protein after exercise?

Consider the contribution of cashew nuts as part of your overall diet. Voedingscentrum lists everyday foods as ways to add protein to your diet. A 25 g portion of the PLUS cashew nuts reviewed provides around 4.6 g of protein, calculated from the product’s value per 100 g; that amount alone doesn’t determine whether you’re meeting your overall protein requirements.