Calorie-conscious cashew snackers
You want to keep eating cashew nuts while weighing your snack portion. Compare the nutritional values for the same amount; unsalted or unroasted doesn’t automatically mean low in calories.
Who are cashew nuts a good choice for?
Protein-focused meal planners
You want to know how much protein a weighed portion provides. Check the protein value alongside the calories for that same portion.
Ingredient-conscious snackers
You’re choosing between plain cashew nuts, a variety with oil or a savoury seasoned option. Check the ingredients, salt and preparation method separately.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start with the portion you actually plan to eat. Then compare the nutritional values and ingredients of the exact variety. Preparation method and flavour alone won’t tell you how many calories or how much protein you’ll get.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
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| Calories per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for your weighed portion. | I want to know how many calories are in my snack; around 38% of consumers put calorie control first. |
| Protein compared with calories | Calculate protein and calories for the same weight, not for different portions. | When planning my protein intake, I want to weigh up what my snack contributes against its calories; around 31% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and check the salt per 100 g separately. | I choose based on the ingredients or want to limit added salt; around 16% of consumers prioritise ingredients and salt. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the variety is unroasted, fried or oven-roasted, and whether it contains salt or flavourings. | I’m looking for a particular preparation method or savoury flavour and want to consider it alongside the nutritional values; around 15% of consumers choose based on flavour and preparation first. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming unsalted or no added oil means low in calories
These terms describe the salt content or preparation, not a low energy value.
Check the kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for your own portion before choosing based on the preparation method.
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Looking at protein per 100 g without factoring in your portion
A smaller portion provides less protein and fewer calories than the values for 100 g.
Weigh your portion and compare both protein and calories for that same amount.
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Treating different Duyvis varieties as the same product
The Original and Sea Salt varieties differ in ingredients and salt, so recognising the brand name alone isn’t enough.
Check the full variety name and ingredients list on the packaging.
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Ignoring a recall notice because the best-before date has passed
The NVWA notice of 20 May 2026 concerns TRADER JOE'S unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. A passed best-before date does not make a pack matching these details safe to eat.
Check the product, barcode and best-before date. Don’t eat the contents if the pack matches the notice; it does not automatically apply to other packs or batches.
Relevant brands to consider
Duyvis
The varieties reviewed include Original and Sea Salt.
- Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted with no added oil.
- The labels on the varieties reviewed differ in ingredients and salt; product information is not an independent assessment of flavour.
Albert Heijn
The AH variety reviewed is Unsalted Cashew Nuts, in a 170 g pack.
- The label lists 96% cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
- For this variety, unsalted doesn’t mean it contains only cashew nuts or that it’s low in calories.
Jumbo
The variety reviewed is Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 200 g.
- The label lists 99% cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
- The nutritional values apply to this specific variety and are not a general assessment of the brand.
Lidl
The Dutch product description is for unsalted cashew nuts.
- The product description identifies the variety as unsalted.
- That alone says nothing about calories or other nutritional values.
ALDI
ALDI sells products including TRADER JOE'S Roasted and Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 250 g.
- The product description confirms the roasted, unsalted variety and the 250 g pack size.
- A separate NVWA notice concerns a 170 g pack with a specific barcode and best-before date; don’t apply that notice to the 250 g pack or the entire range.
PLUS
The variety reviewed is Unsalted, Unroasted Cashew Nuts, 200 g.
- The label lists cashew nuts as the only ingredient.
- A simple ingredients list doesn’t prove an overall calorie benefit.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
These Joybuy products suit different preferences for portion size, preparation and ingredients. Compare the nutritional information for your chosen variety with the portion you plan to eat.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
An option if you’re looking for a simple ingredient list and want to calculate the nutritional value for your own portion. The product information lists 100% cashew kernels as the ingredient and 604 kcal per 100 g.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
This oven-roasted variety suits anyone looking for a savoury cashew snack they can portion out themselves. The product information lists 586 kcal per 100 g and wheat and peanuts among the allergens; check the packaging if allergens are relevant to you.
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g'woon Roasted & Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 200 g
A roasted, unsalted option to compare if preparation and salt are your main priorities. The product information lists 596 kcal per 100 g and 0,067 g salt per 100 g; calculate the values for the same portion as you would for other varieties.
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Be&Cheery cashew nuts with purple skin, 180 grade, 500 g
This variety may suit you if you’re looking for salted cashew nuts and want to portion them out yourself. The product information lists 679 kcal and 1,2 g salt per 100 g; consider both values alongside the amount you plan to eat.
Frequently asked questions
Does a small portion of cashew nuts make the product low in calories?
No, a smaller portion doesn’t make the product itself low in calories. Under the EU nutrition claim ‘low energy’, solid foods must contain no more than 40 kcal per 100 g, according to the European Commission. There’s a difference between a small portion with fewer calories and a product that meets this claim.
How do I calculate the nutritional values for my snack portion?
Multiply the value per 100 g by the number of grams in your weighed portion, then divide by 100. Use the same weight for calories and protein. The serving suggestion on the pack doesn’t determine how much you should eat.
How should I store an opened pack of cashew nuts?
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging for your variety. For the pack reviewed, AH recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing it well; Duyvis recommends storing an opened bag in a light- and airtight container. These instructions don’t provide a general storage period for all varieties.
What should I check on the label if I have an allergy?
Check both the ingredients and any warnings about possible cross-contamination for the specific variety. Cashew nuts are listed as an allergen on the products reviewed; other allergens, such as peanuts or wheat, may vary by product. The NVWA requires allergens to be clearly distinguished in an ingredients list.
Which cashew nuts are covered by the ALDI recall notice?
The NVWA notice of 20 May 2026 applies to TRADER JOE'S Unsalted Cashew Nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Don’t eat a pack matching these details. The notice does not automatically apply to other packs or batches.