Only buy cashew nuts for someone with coeliac disease after checking the ingredients and any possible cross-contamination information on the specific pack. The brand, flavour or ‘unsalted’ label does not prove that they are suitable for a gluten-free diet. Unsalted, unroasted and seasoned are choices about how the nuts are prepared and taste; cashews are also an allergen, so they are not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
You’re looking for cashew nuts for a gluten-free diet and want to be able to check the ingredients and any warnings about possible cross-contamination. The Dutch Coeliac Society explains that such a warning indicates a possible risk.
You’re looking out for allergens as well as gluten. Cashews are a tree nut allergen in their own right; the Food Allergy Foundation lists cashews as a distinct type of nut.
Once you’ve checked they’re suitable for your diet, you can choose between options such as unsalted, unroasted and seasoned cashew nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a dry, well-sealed container.
When shopping for someone with coeliac disease, gluten information and the risk of cross-contamination come before flavour or preparation. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre and the Dutch Coeliac Society provide practical information on coeliac disease, food labels and cross-contamination respectively.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who this is for |
|---|---|---|
| Gluten information | Check the ingredients and the gluten and cross-contamination information on the pack. | When I’m shopping for someone with coeliac disease, I want to check whether a product is suitable for their diet before considering the flavour. Around 39% of shoppers put checking for gluten first. |
| Other allergens | Check whether cashews themselves or any other listed nuts and peanuts need to be avoided. | If cashews or another allergen need to be avoided, a gluten-free label does not make the nuts suitable. Around 23% of shoppers focus mainly on these additional allergens. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the nuts are unsalted or salted and whether flavourings are listed in the ingredients. | Once a pack meets my dietary requirements, I want to choose a flavour and preparation that suit the occasion. For around 23% of shoppers, choosing an everyday snack is their main concern. |
| Packaging and storage | Compare pack sizes and consider whether you can store the nuts in a dry, sealed container, separately from other foods, once opened. | If I want to buy a suitable amount, I consider how I’ll be able to store the nuts at home. Around 15% of shoppers put packaging and storage first. |
A reference to gluten does not make cashew nuts suitable for someone who needs to avoid cashews. Coeliac disease and a nut allergy are separate considerations.
Check which substance needs to be avoided and read the information about it separately. If you have a cashew allergy, do not choose cashew nuts.
These words describe flavour or preparation, not whether a product is suitable for a gluten-free diet. According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt may contain traces of wheat.
Check the ingredients and warnings on the specific pack before choosing a variety.
Product and allergen information can change; Albert Heijn recommends reading the pack before eating the product.
Check the information on the pack you actually receive each time you buy it.
Nuts should be stored in a dry, well-sealed container. If your household also uses products containing gluten, it’s important to store them separately.
Choose an amount you can store in a sealed container, in a dry place and separately from other foods, once opened.
A brand name or listing in a supermarket range does not, by itself, confirm that a specific pack is suitable for a gluten-free diet. Always check the particular product you’re buying.
Worth considering for seasoned cashew nuts, including Cashews Sea Salt and Oven Roasted Gezouten Cashews.
Worth considering for own-brand cashew nuts, including an unsalted variety.
The range includes own-brand cashew nuts in varieties such as unsalted, salted and unroasted.
Lidl Netherlands has a product listing for cashew nuts.
ALDI Netherlands lists 250 g of roasted, unsalted cashew nuts under the Trader Joe’s brand.
PLUS lists a 200 g bag of its own-brand unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts.
The Joybuy options below include natural, unsalted and salted cashew nuts. Only choose one for someone with coeliac disease after checking the specific pack for the gluten information they need; flavour and preparation alone do not tell you this.
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A natural option for anyone looking for cashew nuts without added flavouring; check the specific pack separately for gluten information.
The ingredients list contains only cashew kernels. The product description suggests enjoying them as a snack, with yoghurt or muesli, or in baking. Store in a cool, dry place and seal well after opening. Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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This variety is a good match if you’re specifically looking for roasted, unsalted cashew nuts; check the pack separately for gluten information.
The title specifies roasted and unsalted, and the ingredients list includes cashew nuts. Store in a cool, dry place and seal the pack well after opening. Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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A salted option for anyone who prefers that flavour; check the specific pack separately for gluten information.
The ingredients list includes cashew nuts, sunflower oil and salt. The product description suggests eating them straight away and storing them in a cool, dry place. Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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This salted variety is an option if you’re looking for cashews with purple skin; check the pack separately for gluten information.
The title specifies 180 grade and 500 g. The ingredients list includes cashew kernels and salt; the product description suggests eating them straight away and storing them in a cool, dry place. Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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A salted cashew option in the shell for anyone looking for this style; check the specific pack separately for gluten information.
The ingredients list includes cashews and salt. The product description suggests eating them straight away and storing them in a cool, dry place; it recommends consuming them soon after opening. Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
No, cashews are a tree nut allergen in their own right. A gluten claim does not change this; if you need to avoid cashews, don’t choose cashew nuts. Check for other allergens separately.
No, treat the warning as relevant information about a possible risk. A warning about possible cross-contamination does not mean that wheat has been deliberately added as an ingredient. The Dutch Coeliac Society explains that such a warning indicates a possible risk; it does not mean that every pack actually contains gluten.
Check the ingredients and the gluten and cross-contamination information on the specific pack. A flavour name, brand or label such as ‘unsalted’ is no substitute for these checks; also compare the pack you receive with the information you used to make your choice.
Store the nuts in a well-sealed container, away from products containing gluten, and use clean hands, surfaces and utensils. The Dutch Coeliac Society recommends setting clear rules in a shared kitchen and keeping worktops and equipment clean.
Since 1 January 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) has been enforcing the new Dutch rules on precautionary allergen labelling (PAL). According to the NVWA’s guidance of 2 July 2025, the production date is what matters, and older packs may still be sold under certain conditions. EU Regulation 828/2014 covers statements about the absence or reduction of gluten; this does not mean consumers can only choose products with a certification logo.
