If you want to reduce the calories in your cashew snack, start by weighing out a portion, then compare the nutritional information on the exact pack. The Voedingscentrum gives 154 kcal and 5.3 g of protein per 25 g as a general reference for unsalted cashews. Unsalted or roasted does not, in itself, mean a product contains fewer calories. Consider the protein contribution as part of your overall diet and exercise goal, rather than automatically treating cashews as a complete recovery food.
Want to eat cashews after exercise and know how much energy your portion provides? The Voedingscentrum gives 154 kcal per 25 g of unsalted cashews as a general reference. Weighing your portion gives you a more reliable guide than treating the whole pack as one portion.
Want to know how cashews contribute to your overall protein intake? According to the Voedingscentrum, a general 25 g portion of unsalted cashews contains 5.3 g of protein. For dedicated strength trainers with a muscle-building goal, daily protein requirements depend on the training goal.
Want to choose between unroasted, roasted or savoury cashews, or use a pack over several snack breaks? Preparation, saltiness, ingredients and pack size are different things to consider, so check the information for the specific product.
The Voedingscentrum gives 154 kcal and 5.3 g of protein per 25 g portion of unsalted cashews. These are general figures for the category; for a branded product, check the nutritional information on the exact pack.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per snack portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the amount you actually eat; the contents of a bag are not automatically one portion. | If I want to keep track of the energy in my snack, I look at both the nutritional information and my portion; around 36% of consumers prioritise calories per portion. |
| Protein contribution | Check the protein and energy for the same weighed amount, and consider the snack as part of your overall diet. | If I want to know how much protein my snack adds to my daily diet, I compare both figures for my portion; around 29% of consumers prioritise protein contribution. |
| Preparation and ingredients | Read the exact product name and ingredients list. If you have a relevant allergy, check the allergen information on the pack too. | If I’m looking for a particular preparation, saltiness or ingredients list, I check the specific product; around 21% of consumers pay most attention to this. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and storage instructions; seal an opened pack tightly and store nuts in a dry place. | If I want to use a pack over several snack breaks, I look at its contents and storage instructions; around 14% of consumers prioritise practical packaging. |
These terms describe aspects of how a product is prepared or what it contains. On their own, they do not demonstrate a calorie benefit.
Compare the energy for the same amount using the nutrition information. Only assess a nutrition claim if the claim and the relevant conditions apply.
A larger portion provides more protein as well as more energy. As a general reference, the Voedingscentrum states that 25 g of unsalted cashews contains 5.3 g of protein and 154 kcal.
Consider the contribution as part of your overall diet and exercise goal; don’t automatically treat the snack as a complete recovery food.
The stated pack sizes for ALDI Trader Joe’s cashews and PLUS Cashew Nuts are 250 g and 200 g respectively. These are bag sizes, not recommended portions.
Weigh out each snack separately and choose a pack size that suits how you use it. The Voedingscentrum advises storing nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container.
Incorrect storage can make nuts unusable; the Voedingscentrum notes that they are susceptible to mould.
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 applies only to Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, and mentions possible metal fragments.
Check the product variant, pack size and best-before date. Do not eat the pack specified in the warning, and do not assume the warning applies to other variants.
Worth considering if you’re looking for a savoury cashew option or an oven-roasted product.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts are an option to compare if you’re looking for an unsalted variety.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g are an option to compare if you’re interested in this pack size and an unsalted variety.
Lidl lists an unsalted cashew nut option.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted, Unroasted Cashew Nuts 200 g may suit you if you’re looking for an unroasted, unsalted variety.
This selection includes natural, salted and roasted cashews. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and calculate it for the amount you weigh out.
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A natural option to compare if you want to calculate the energy in your own weighed portion.
Joybuy lists 604 kcal and 19.8 g of protein per 100 g, a pack size of 160 g and 100% cashew kernels.
Contains cashew, a tree nut.
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A dry-roasted, savoury option to compare if you also want to take the saltiness into account.
Joybuy lists 586 kcal, 18 g of protein and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g; the pack contains 125 g.
The product information lists sea salt and the allergens cashew, gluten, wheat and peanut.
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A salted option to include in your comparison if flavour and ingredients matter to you.
Joybuy lists 2555 kJ of energy and 21.0 g of protein per 100 g. The ingredients list states 98% cashews, sunflower oil and 1% salt; the pack contains 150 g.
Contains cashew.
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A roasted, unsalted option to compare if you’re looking for that preparation.
Joybuy lists 596 kcal, 18.67 g of protein and 0.067 g of salt per 100 g; the pack contains 200 g.
Contains cashew nuts.
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A salted cashew option with the skin on to compare if you’re looking for this style of product.
Joybuy lists 596 kcal and 16.1 g of protein per 100 g; the pack contains 120 g.
The ingredients are cashews and salt.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. Using the Voedingscentrum’s general reference of 154 kcal per 25 g, a 15 g portion works out at around 92 kcal. This is a calculation example, not product-specific information or personal portion advice.
Not necessarily: according to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise can get enough fluids and energy from everyday foods. Your choice depends, among other things, on your usual diet and the type of training you do. Dedicated strength trainers with a muscle-building goal may have higher daily protein requirements.
No. A smaller portion means less energy from that amount, but it doesn’t prove that the product itself is low in calories. The European Commission states that nutrition claims are permitted only when they are included in the relevant rules and meet the associated conditions.
Check the current ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack before buying or eating the product. Under general EU labelling rules, any allergens present must be emphasised in the ingredients list. For cashews, check for cashew and any other allergens in particular.
Do not eat Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026. The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 mentions possible metal fragments and applies only to the specified pack and best-before date.
