Snackers who watch their portions
You want to keep eating cashew nuts while checking how much energy the portion you weigh out provides. Compare the nutrition information per 100 g and weigh the amount you actually eat.
Who is this relevant to?
Everyday unsalted nut eaters
You’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts to enjoy as part of your daily diet. Check the ingredients list too: unsalted varieties can differ in how they’re prepared and whether oil has been added.
Fans of roasted flavours
You prefer a roasted or savoury flavour and want to weigh up that choice against your portion size. Check the energy, salt and ingredients separately.
What should you look for when choosing?
First compare the nutrition information per 100 g, then calculate the amount for the weight you actually eat. The labels reviewed from PLUS, Jumbo, Albert Heijn and Duyvis list 586–622 kcal per 100 g.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the portion you eat. | If I’m tracking my calorie intake, I want to know how much energy my own portion provides; around 36% of consumers say calorie control is their main buying priority. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check both the ingredients and the salt content per 100 g. | Anyone looking for unsalted cashew nuts to eat every day may also want to know whether oil has been added; around 29% of consumers say this is their main priority. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the exact variety is roasted, salted or prepared without added oil. | If a roasted or savoury flavour is the deciding factor for me, I also want to know the salt and energy content; around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation. |
| Pack size and storage | Compare the net weight with how you’ll use the product and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | Anyone looking for a pack size that suits how they use and store the product at home will focus on the packaging; around 14% of consumers say this is their main buying priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Confusing a small portion with a low-calorie product
A smaller portion provides less energy because you eat less, but it doesn’t change the energy value per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for the ‘low calorie’ claim; the cashew nut labels reviewed exceed this limit.
Weigh your portion and base your comparison on the nutrition information per 100 g. A smaller amount doesn’t make the product low in calories.
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Assuming unsalted or no added oil means low in calories
The unsalted varieties reviewed from Albert Heijn and Jumbo list sunflower oil. Duyvis describes an oven-roasting method with no added oil, while the label for the salted variety reviewed lists 586 kcal and 0,92 g of salt per 100 g.
Check the preparation method, ingredients, energy and salt separately for the exact variety.
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Comparing different portion sizes directly
The AH variety reviewed lists a 25 g portion, while the Duyvis variety lists 30 g. Based on the labels, these portions provide 155,5 and 175,8 kcal respectively; the difference in portion size affects the result.
Compare the products per 100 g first, then calculate the values for the same weighed amount.
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Using an expired best-before date as a reason to ignore a warning
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The stated best-before date has passed, but that doesn’t cancel the warning for a pack you still have in storage.
Check the product name, barcode and best-before date against the warning, and don’t eat the product in question.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
A relevant option if you’re looking for oven-roasted cashew nuts with a savoury flavour.
- Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- This is the manufacturer’s description. The label for the 125 g Oven roasted cashews salted variety reviewed lists 586 kcal and 0,92 g of salt per 100 g.
Albert Heijn
The unsalted variety reviewed is a roasted product in a 170 g cup.
- The product label lists a 25 g portion and 96% cashew nuts.
- The ingredients list also includes sunflower oil, and the label states 622 kcal per 100 g. This information applies to this variety.
Jumbo
The 200 g unsalted variety reviewed is an option for comparing ingredients and nutrition information.
- The label lists 99% cashew nuts, sunflower oil and 0,02 g of salt per 100 g.
- The same variety lists 622 kcal per 100 g; the product information doesn’t prove that it helps with weight loss.
Lidl
The product reviewed is Way To Go! Unsalted Cashew Nuts.
- Lidl describes Way To Go as a Fairtrade product range and says these cashew nuts are processed in Tanzania.
- These supply chain and brand claims say nothing about the energy value or any effect on weight loss. Check the information on the exact pack.
ALDI
The product reviewed is TRADER JOE'S Roasted Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 250 g.
- The product description clearly states the preparation method and net weight.
- The pack size and description don’t tell you how many calories the product contains; compare the nutrition information on the exact pack.
PLUS
The 200 g unsalted, unroasted variety reviewed is a good match if you want to compare products with a short ingredients list.
- The label lists cashew nuts as an ingredient and 598 kcal per 100 g.
- The packaging states that the product may contain peanuts. A simple ingredients list doesn’t mean the product is low in calories.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
This selection at Joybuy includes salted and unsalted cashew nuts. Compare the nutrition information per 100 g and weigh the portion you actually eat.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
An option if you’re looking for salted cashew nuts and want to weigh out your own portion.
The product description lists 98% cashew nuts, sunflower oil and 1,0% salt.
The allergen information lists cashew.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
A good fit if you’re looking for cashew nuts with a simple ingredients list and want to weigh out your portion.
The product description lists 100% cashew kernels, 604 kcal per 100 g and a net weight of 160 g.
Contains cashew.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
An option if you’re looking for roasted cashew nuts with a savoury flavour.
The product description lists 586 kcal and 0,92 g of salt per 100 g, and says they’re roasted without added fat or oil.
The allergen information lists cashew, nuts, gluten, wheat and peanuts.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
A good fit if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashew nuts with a short ingredients list.
The product description lists cashew nuts as the only ingredient and 596 kcal per 100 g.
Contains cashew and tree nuts.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin, 180 grade, 500 g
An option if you’re looking for salted cashew nuts and want to compare the nutrition information for the same amount.
The product description lists 679 kcal and 1,2 g of salt per 100 g.
The allergen information lists cashew and tree nuts.
Frequently asked questions
Can a smaller bag of cashew nuts be marketed as low in calories?
No, not just because the bag or portion is smaller. According to the European Commission, the ‘low calorie’ nutrition claim for solid foods requires a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the cashew nut labels reviewed list higher values.
How do I calculate the calories in my own portion?
Multiply the kcal per 100 g by the number of grams you’ve weighed out, then divide by 100. For example, a 15 g portion based on the PLUS label, which lists 598 kcal per 100 g, provides 89,7 kcal. This calculation is based on the label values.
Does unsalted mean that no oil has been added?
No. The unsalted varieties reviewed from Albert Heijn and Jumbo list sunflower oil in the ingredients. So check both the ingredients and the preparation method for the exact variety.
What should I look out for if I have an allergy?
If you’re allergic to cashews, cashew nuts aren’t a suitable choice. For other allergies, check the ingredients and any cross-contamination information on the exact pack. The NVWA explains that relevant allergens must be clearly listed on the label.
Which ALDI cashew nuts are covered by the NVWA warning?
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat that specific product, even if the best-before date has passed. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to all ALDI cashew nuts or to the 250 g pack reviewed.