Family members who exercise
You want to know how much protein a typical serving adds. Consider that contribution alongside the rest of your meal and diet, rather than assuming one bag of nuts will aid recovery.
Who are cashew nuts for?
Families who regularly stock up
You buy cashew nuts for several people and choose a pack size to suit how much your household uses. It’s important to store them in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container, especially if you’re buying a larger quantity.
Families who share snacks
You want to divide portions easily and take everyone eating them into account. For young children and anyone with a food allergy, pay particular attention to the form of the nuts and the information on the packaging.
What should you look for when buying?
When shopping for the family, your choice mainly depends on protein per serving, pack size, salt and who’ll be eating the nuts.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who does this matter to? |
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| Protein per serving | Compare the protein per 100 g and calculate how much is in your portion. Take other sources of protein in the meal into account too. | If I exercise, I want to know how much protein my portion actually adds and how it fits into the rest of my meal. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein content. |
| Family supplies | Compare the net weight and price per kilo, and choose a pack size to suit how much you use and your storage space. | If several people at home eat cashew nuts, I want to keep enough in stock without buying more than we’ll use. Around 29% of consumers prioritise having supplies on hand and the cost per quantity. |
| Salt and ingredients | Read the ingredients list and compare the salt and energy content per 100 g and per serving. | If I serve cashew nuts regularly, I want to know which preparation method and ingredients suit our everyday needs. Around 21% of consumers put nutritional composition first. |
| Sharing and safe eating | Check for allergens, possible cross-contamination and a form that’s suitable for everyone eating them. | If I share the snack with different family members, I want to take allergies and young children into account. Around 14% of consumers prioritise sharing and safe eating. |
Common buying mistakes
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Confusing protein per 100 g with the amount in a snack
AH Terra lists 19 g of protein per 100 g. That means a 25 g reference serving provides 4.75 g of protein and 149.75 kcal, according to AH Terra’s product information.
Calculate the nutritional values for the portion you eat, and consider them alongside the rest of your meal.
A larger portion also increases your energy intake and how quickly you use up your supplies.
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Assuming no added oil means unsalted
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted with no added oil, but lists 1.5 g of salt per 100 g for this variant.
Compare the preparation method, ingredients and salt content separately; don’t rely on just one description.
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Choosing based on pack size alone
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in 200 g and 500 g packs. A larger bag is only a good fit if it suits how much your household uses and you have space to store it properly.
Compare the price per kilo when you buy and follow the storage instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container.
A pack size that doesn’t suit how much you use can leave you with supplies you won’t get through.
Brands to compare at product level
Duyvis
The manufacturer describes Cashews Original as an oven-roasted variant with no added oil, in a 125 g pack.
- For Cashews Original, the manufacturer lists 19 g of protein and 1.5 g of salt per 100 g.
- These values apply to Original and not necessarily to Zeezout or other variants.
Albert Heijn
AH Terra offers a 200 g variant of unroasted, unsalted cashew nuts.
- For this variant, the product information lists 19 g of protein, 599 kcal and 0 g of salt per 100 g. AH gives 25 g as the serving size.
- AH warns that small children may choke on the nuts. Check the packaging and choose a suitable form for the people eating them.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in packs including 200 g and 500 g sizes.
- For the specific 200 g variant, Jumbo lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g.
- The ingredients for this variant also include sunflower oil. Check the nutritional values on the exact pack, including when buying a different size.
Lidl
Lidl’s Way To Go listing is for unsalted cashew nuts in a multipack of 3 × 25 g.
- Lidl describes Way To Go as Fairtrade certified and says the cashew nuts are processed in Tanzania.
- The product listing doesn’t provide enough information to compare the protein content of this variant with other cashew nuts. Check the nutritional information on the packaging.
Aldi
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
- The official product listing confirms the pack size and preparation method.
- The NVWA warning concerns a specific 170 g pack and does not automatically apply to the 250 g pack or the whole range.
PLUS
PLUS offers a 200 g variant of unroasted, unsalted cashew nuts.
- For this variant, the product information lists 18.5 g of protein and 0.07 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients list names cashew nuts and notes possible traces of peanuts. Check the current packaging if allergens are a concern.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are cashew nuts for the family shop. Check the nutritional information, ingredients and pack size for each product.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Cashew Nuts, 160 g
A convenient cashew option if you’re looking to add nuts to the family shop as a snack or ingredient.
The product information lists 19.8 g of protein and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list says 100% cashew.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
A roasted, unsalted option if you’re looking for a cashew snack or ingredient with no added salt.
The product information lists 18.67 g of protein and 0.067 g of salt per 100 g.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
The 500 g pack is suited to households looking to buy a larger quantity of cashew nuts.
The product information lists 17.4 g of protein and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g; the ingredients include salt.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The 500 g pack is a larger quantity to keep at home for several people to enjoy.
The product information lists 16.4 g of protein and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g; the ingredients include salt.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
A smaller pack if you’re looking for a convenient, oven-roasted cashew option.
The product information lists 18 g of protein and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g. The allergen information also mentions gluten, wheat and peanuts.
Frequently asked questions
Are cashew nuts a complete source of protein after exercise?
No. Consider their protein content as part of your overall diet. According to their product information, a 25 g reference serving of the AH Terra, Jumbo and PLUS variants mentioned provides 4.625–5.375 g of protein. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a varied diet that includes foods such as dairy, tofu, nuts and beans. What’s right for you depends on your circumstances.
Can young children eat whole cashew nuts?
For children under 4, Amsterdam UMC advises offering nut butter with no added sugar or salt instead of whole nuts, due to the risk of choking. This is advice for that age group, not a general legal restriction on sales.
What should I check if someone has a food allergy?
Read the allergen information on the exact pack, including any warnings about cross-contamination. The AH Terra, Jumbo and PLUS variants reviewed contain cashew and also mention the possible presence of other allergens. Check the current packaging for the person who’ll be eating them.
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 with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning applies to that specific batch, not automatically to other packs or the entire range. Don’t eat these if you still have them at home.
How should I store an opened bag of cashew nuts?
Store cashew nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container, and follow the shelf-life and storage instructions on the packaging. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre stresses the importance of keeping nuts dry. General storage guidance can’t guarantee how long every opened bag will keep.