For a regular breakfast addition, unsalted cashew nuts are a good choice if you want to avoid added salt. If you have a fitness goal, what matters most is how your weighed portion contributes to your breakfast as a whole. According to the nutritional information published by Flink, a 25 g serving of the Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted variety provides 4.75 g of protein and 151 kcal. Cashew nuts can be a useful addition, but they’re not automatically the answer if you need more protein.
You want to know how much a weighed portion of cashew nuts contributes to your protein target. The Voedingscentrum notes that your needs depend on your sport and goals, so look at your whole breakfast and diet.
You’re looking for nuts you can portion in advance and take with you. Pack size and storage are practical considerations; a smaller bag doesn’t automatically equal one serving.
You want to eat nuts regularly without added salt and adjust the portion to suit your breakfast. The Voedingscentrum recommends eating a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types you choose.
First work out how much you actually eat and what it adds to your breakfast. Then choose based on salt, preparation and a pack size that suits how quickly you’ll use it.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Convert the nutritional values per 100 g to your weighed portion, then consider it alongside the rest of your breakfast. | I want to know what my portion adds before counting it towards my fitness goal. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the protein content of breakfast above all else. |
| Preparing and taking it with you | Choose a pack size to match how many portions you want to prepare in advance; a larger bag means you’ll need to portion it yourself. | When I’m short on time, I want to be able to prepare my breakfast in advance and take it with me. Around 23% of consumers prioritise convenience when preparing and taking breakfast with them. |
| Salt and flavour | Check whether salt is listed as an ingredient and compare the salt content per 100 g; roasted, by itself, tells you nothing about the salt content. | I’m looking for nuts without added salt for regular use, even if a saltier variety appeals to me. Around 18% of consumers say salt is the deciding factor. |
| Portion and energy | Compare protein and energy using the same serving size. A larger portion also provides more energy. | I want to choose the amount myself and be able to estimate its nutritional value. Around 18% of consumers give portion size and energy the highest priority. |
| Stock and storage | Choose an amount that suits how quickly you’ll use it and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | I don’t want to open more than I can use in time, and I want to be able to store the nuts properly. Around 12% of consumers give the amount they buy and how they store it the most weight. |
According to Flink, the Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted variety contains 19 g of protein per 100 g. A weighed portion of 25 g therefore provides 4.75 g of protein; a larger portion also provides more energy.
Convert the protein and energy values to the same serving size, then assess your breakfast as a whole.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. This is a different product description from the nutritional information for the separate Oven Roasted Salted variety. Flink lists 49 g of fat, 604 kcal and 1.5 g of salt per 100 g for that variety.
Consider preparation, fat, energy and salt as separate attributes, and check the information for the exact variety.
Nuts you don’t use in time may lose their quality. The Voedingscentrum lists rancidity, toughness and mould as signs of deterioration or spoilage.
Choose a pack size that suits your usage and follow the storage instructions on the packaging.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil, for anyone who takes preparation and a savoury flavour into account.
Albert Heijn lists AH Cashewnoten ongezouten, an option to add to your regular shopping.
Jumbo lists Cashewnoten Ongezouten in a 200 g pack.
Lidl lists unsalted cashew nuts in a 500 g pack, for anyone who wants to portion them out from a larger supply.
ALDI lists a 250 g roasted, unsalted cashew variety under the product name Trader Joe’s.
PLUS lists Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand in a 200 g pack.
Joybuy picks for a quick breakfast, including unsalted and salted varieties.
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The product information suggests adding these to yoghurt or muesli, making them a handy option for a quick breakfast.
160 g pack.
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This unsalted, roasted variety is a good fit if you’re looking for nuts without added salt.
200 g pack. The product information lists 0.067 g of salt per 100 g, so unsalted doesn’t mean salt-free in this case.
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This roasted variety with sea salt is a good fit if you’re looking for a savoury cashew addition.
125 g pack. The product information lists 0.92 g of salt per 100 g; check the allergen information on the packaging too.
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This salted, roasted variety is a good fit if you’re looking for a savoury addition to breakfast.
150 g pack. The product information lists salt as an ingredient and 1 g of salt per 100 g.
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The larger pack could be a good fit if you want to portion out several servings from your supply.
500 g pack. The product information lists salt as an ingredient and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.
According to the nutritional information published by Flink, a weighed 25 g serving of Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts provides 4.75 g of protein and 151 kcal. This is calculated using 19 g of protein and 604 kcal per 100 g; use the nutritional information for the specific variety if you choose a different one.
No, exercising doesn’t automatically mean you need them. For keen strength athletes aiming to build muscle, the Voedingscentrum gives a daily protein requirement that can range from 1.2 to 2 g per kilogram of body weight, depending on their goal. This is a daily guideline for that group, not a minimum amount for every breakfast.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. As a general guideline, the Voedingscentrum recommends storing opened unsalted cashew nuts for 6 months in a kitchen cupboard or 1 year in the freezer. Rancidity, toughness or mould are signs of quality loss or spoilage.
Don’t eat the cashew nuts if they’re from the pack specified. The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 applies only to 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. That date has passed; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or the entire ALDI range.
Check the up-to-date ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety before choosing it. Cashew nuts are tree nuts; the NVWA explains that allergens must be clearly listed on the label.
