For a diabetes-related eating plan, check the carbohydrate content of the exact product for the portion you actually eat; choosing unsalted is a separate consideration. Cashews are a tree nut allergen, so if you need to avoid another specific allergen, check both the ingredients and information about possible cross-contamination.
You’re looking for cashew nuts to include in a diabetes-related eating plan and want to check the carbohydrate content for your own portion, rather than relying on a sugar claim alone. Diabetes.nl emphasises the importance of understanding the amount of carbohydrate in food.
You can eat cashews but need to avoid another specific allergen. Check the ingredients and information about possible cross-contamination; Stichting Voedselallergie identifies cashew itself as a tree nut allergen.
You’re looking for unsalted cashews for regular snacking and want to choose between unroasted and roasted without confusing the preparation method with being allergen-free. The Voedingscentrum recommends unsalted nuts as part of its dietary advice.
Start with the ingredients and allergens that matter to you. Then check the carbohydrate content for your portion, followed by the salt content, preparation method and packaging. Diabetes.nl explains the importance of choosing with carbohydrates in mind, while the NVWA provides information about allergens on labels.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Specific allergen | Identify the allergen you need to avoid, then check both the ingredients and the information about possible cross-contamination. | If I can eat cashews but need to avoid another allergen, I check both for the exact product. Around 34% of consumers prioritise allergen avoidance. |
| Carbohydrates and portion size | Check the nutrition table for the exact product and weigh the portion you intend to eat. | If I want to include cashews in my eating plan, I calculate the carbohydrates in my weighed portion. Around 33% of consumers prioritise carbohydrate and portion planning. |
| Unsalted or roasted | Check that the product is labelled unsalted, separately from terms such as roasted, unroasted or made without added oil. | If I’m looking for an unsalted snack, I don’t want to assume how much salt has been added based on the preparation method. Around 20% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Packaging and storage | Choose a pack size that suits how you use the product, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I won’t eat the cashews quickly, I look for a quantity that suits my needs and check how to store them after opening. Around 13% of consumers prioritise packaging and practicality. |
Cashews are a tree nut allergen. A claim relating to one allergen doesn’t mean the product is free from other allergens.
First identify the specific allergen you need to avoid, then check the ingredients and information about possible cross-contamination.
When planning carbohydrate intake, what matters is the amount in the portion you actually eat, not just a claim about sugar.
Use the nutrition table for the exact product and weigh your portion before calculating the carbohydrates.
These terms describe how the product is prepared; they don’t automatically mean it’s unsalted.
Check the unsalted claim and ingredients separately from the preparation method.
Pack size and your storage options matter if you won’t use the nuts straight away.
Choose an amount that suits your needs and follow the storage instructions after opening. If you can’t use the nuts in time, they may go to waste.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted, with no added oil.
Albert Heijn has an own-brand product called Cashewnoten ongezouten (unsalted cashew nuts).
Jumbo lists Cashewnoten Ongezouten (unsalted cashew nuts) in a 200 g pack.
Lidl Netherlands has a product page for unsalted cashew nuts.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted and unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS sells Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand (unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts) in a 200 g bag.
These Joybuy products offer a range of cashew options to compare by nutrition per 100 g, portion size and preparation method. A product containing cashews isn’t suitable if you need a cashew-free option. For any other allergen you need to avoid, check the latest product information.
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The nutrition information gives you a basis for calculating the carbohydrates in your own portion.
The product information states 22,6 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a pack size of 160 g. The listed ingredients include cashew kernels only; check separately for information about possible cross-contamination.
Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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The title identifies this as a roasted, unsalted option for anyone looking for those particular product features.
The product information states 22,67 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and a pack size of 200 g.
Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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This option may suit you if you’re looking for dry-roasted cashews and don’t specifically need an unsalted product.
The product information states 30 g of carbohydrates per 100 g and lists salt in the ingredients. Gluten, wheat and peanuts are also listed; avoid this product if you need to avoid any of these allergens.
Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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The product information can help you compare carbohydrates per 100 g, but it also lists salt.
The table states 24,7 g of carbohydrates per 100 g; the ingredients include salt and the product is described as lightly salted.
Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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You can use the nutrition information to calculate the carbohydrates in a weighed portion; don’t assume this is an unsalted option.
The table states 19,8 g of carbohydrates and 1,2 g of salt per 100 g. The product information lists cashews and salt as ingredients.
Contains cashews and is not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
No. Cashews are themselves a tree nut allergen. Treat a ‘free from’ claim as applying only to the specific allergen it refers to; cashew nuts are not a cashew-free option.
Yes. The NVWA emphasises that consumers should have access to allergen information before buying. For pre-packed foods, this information is on the label; the way it’s provided may differ for non-prepacked foods.
Since 1 January 2026, new rules have applied in the Netherlands on when and how businesses must warn about allergens that may accidentally get into food. This relates to possible cross-contamination and is separate from allergens deliberately included as ingredients.
Follow the storage instructions on the packaging. Nut specialist Nootje recommends storing nuts in an airtight container in a cool, dark place; this is storage advice, not a guarantee of the shelf life of every product.
Check the latest packaging and contact the seller’s customer service team if you have any questions. Albert Heijn and PLUS say that product and allergen information can change.
