For regular use, start by checking the salt and ingredients, then compare the protein per serving with the energy content and how much you use each week. Based on the nutritional information published by AH, Jumbo and PLUS for the varieties mentioned, a 25 g reference serving provides around 4.6–5.4 g of protein. This serving is a comparison measure, not personalised dietary advice.
You want to know how much a serving of cashew nuts contributes to your protein intake. Compare serving sizes and your overall diet; recreational and intensive athletes may have different needs. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre discusses this distinction in its guidance on sport and protein.
You’re looking for cashew nuts for regular use and want to distinguish between unsalted, unroasted and products with no added oil. These are different product characteristics, so check both the ingredients list and the nutritional information.
You want to divide a pack between snacks and meals without buying more than you’ll use. The net weight, ingredients and storage instructions for the pack you choose can help you decide.
Start with the protein and energy per serving. Then check the salt and ingredients, and choose a pack size and preparation method that suit how you’ll use them during the week.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who this matters most to |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare protein and kcal per 100 g, then work out the figures for the same serving size. AH lists 19 g of protein and 599 kcal per 100 g for Terra; Jumbo lists 21.5 g and 622 kcal; PLUS lists 18.5 g and 598 kcal. | If I exercise, I want to know how much my own serving contributes without overlooking its energy content. Around 36% of consumers prioritise the protein provided per serving. |
| Salt and ingredients | Read the ingredients list and compare salt per 100 g. AH Terra lists 0 g, Jumbo Unsalted 0.02 g, PLUS Unsalted Unroasted 0.07 g and Duyvis Original 1.5 g. | When snacking regularly, I want to assess salt and added oil separately; unsalted does not automatically mean no added oil. Around 29% of consumers prioritise salt and ingredients when choosing products for regular use. |
| Pack size | Choose a pack size that suits how much you use and follow the storage instructions. AH Terra comes in a 500 g pack, PLUS Unsalted Unroasted in a 200 g pack, and the Trader Joe’s variety listed by ALDI in a 250 g pack. | When planning my weekly shop, I want to choose an amount that will last between shopping trips. Around 21% of consumers prioritise planning their stocks. |
| Use and preparation | Decide whether you want to snack on the cashew nuts, add them to dishes or do both. Then check that the preparation method, ingredients and salt content suit the way you’ll use them. | If I want them for both snacks and planned meals, I look for a variety that suits both. Around 14% of consumers prioritise versatility when choosing. |
Jumbo lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g for the unsalted variety mentioned. Based on the label values, a 25 g reference serving contains 5.375 g of protein and 155.5 kcal.
Work out the protein and energy for the same serving size, then consider them as part of your overall diet. A figure per 100 g on the label doesn’t tell you how much you’ll get from your own serving.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as roasted without added oil, while the manufacturer lists 1.5 g of salt per 100 g for this variety.
Check the ingredients list and salt content separately. If you’re looking for an unsalted option, make sure that description applies to the variety you choose.
The AH Terra pack contains 500 g. How much you actually use and the storage instructions can help you decide whether that amount suits your routine.
Estimate how much your household will use in advance and follow the instructions on the pack. For this variety, AH recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack properly after use.
Cashews Original is a savoury roasted snack.
AH Terra Unroasted Cashew Nuts is a store-cupboard option for snacks and meals.
Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g is an unsalted variety that also lists sunflower oil as an ingredient.
Lidl includes Alesto in its nut range and also lists the Way To Go cashew product range.
ALDI’s official Dutch product page lists Trader Joe’s Roasted Unsalted Cashew Nuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts 200 g is a smaller option with no added oil according to the ingredients list.
These products offer a range of cashew options to compare ingredients, preparation methods and pack sizes with the way you’ll use them.
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A cashew option to include in your comparison of protein per serving and use in snacks or meals.
Pack size: 160 g. Check the nutritional information and ingredients on the pack.
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The product name describes roasted, unsalted cashew nuts, making this a suitable option if you’re looking for that combination.
Pack size: 200 g. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g with the serving size you use.
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A roasted snack option to compare with unsalted varieties; roasted doesn’t automatically mean unsalted.
Pack size: 125 g. The product information lists gluten, wheat and peanuts as allergens; check the pack if allergens are important to you.
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The product name describes salted cashew nuts, an option to compare if you’re looking for a savoury snack.
Pack size: 150 g. Check the salt content and ingredients on the pack when comparing varieties.
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The larger pack is worth comparing if you want to plan your supplies for snacking, baking or cooking.
Pack size: 500 g. Check the ingredients and nutritional information for this variety before comparing it with other cashew nuts.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, recreational athletes don’t need special protein shakes or bars. Start by looking at your usual varied diet; cashew nuts can contribute to it, but your overall diet determines how they fit in.
Multiply the amount you use per serving by the number of servings per day and the number of days. For example, one person having a 25 g reference serving every day would need 175 g for seven days. This is a stock-planning calculation, not dietary advice.
Follow the instructions on the pack. For AH Terra 500 g, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack properly after use. This storage advice does not specify a fixed shelf life once opened.
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that mandatory allergens in the ingredients list must be clearly distinguishable from the other ingredients. Also check for warnings about possible cross-contamination; for example, the PLUS variety reviewed here states that it may contain peanuts.
The warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 20 May 2026 applies only to Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The instruction is not to eat these cashew nuts. This does not automatically apply to the separate 250 g pack; check the product details if you still have the pack mentioned at home.
