Snackers looking for less fat
You want to judge cashew nuts by their actual fat content, not just by terms such as unsalted or oven-roasted. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g, and keep your portion size in mind too.
Who is this buying guide for?
Fans of simple nut snacks
You’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts or a particular preparation method, such as nuts made without added cooking fat. Check the ingredients and preparation details, but don’t assume these mean a lower fat content.
Shoppers who check the packaging
You want to choose a pack size that suits how much you use. Check the net weight and the details for the exact product, rather than relying on the supermarket’s name alone.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with your main priority, then compare the nutritional information on the same basis and with your own portion size in mind.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is it important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Genuinely less fat | Compare the fat per 100 g and check the evidence behind any claim for the exact product. | If reducing your total fat intake is your top priority, you’ll want to compare nutritional information on the same basis; around 31% of consumers put actual fat content first. |
| Portion and energy | Check the kcal per 100 g, then work out the value for the amount you plan to eat. | If you want to estimate the nutritional value of your own snack portion, calculating it by weight can help; around 31% of consumers start with portion size and energy. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check the ingredients, salt information and whether the nuts are unroasted or roasted. | If you’re mainly looking for a particular preparation method or fewer added ingredients, check that these details appear on the label; around 19% of consumers prioritise preparation and added ingredients. |
| Pack size | Check the net weight and choose an amount that suits how much you use and the storage instructions. | If the amount in the bag is your main consideration, you’ll want it to match what you use; around 19% of consumers start with pack size. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming unsalted or made without added oil means less fat
These descriptions relate to salt or preparation, and don’t tell you how much total fat the cashew nuts contain.
Compare the fat content per 100 g for the exact product, and assess the salt, ingredients and preparation method separately.
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Comparing nutritional information for different portion sizes directly
A smaller portion may show less fat or energy simply because it weighs less. That doesn’t mean the nutritional value per 100 g is lower.
Compare the figures per 100 g first, then calculate them for the same portion size.
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Applying a safety warning to an entire brand
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 names Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. That date has now passed; the warning applies to the specifically identified pack.
Check the brand, pack size, barcode and best-before date on the packaging, and follow the NVWA instructions for products that match the warning exactly.
Brands to compare
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil, which may suit you if that’s your preferred preparation method.
- Duyvis’s product description says Cashews Original is roasted without added oil.
- For the separate Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts 125 g, Flink lists 49 g of fat and 604 kcal per 100 g. These figures apply to that product, not to every Duyvis variety.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts are worth considering if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted option.
- The product name makes it clear that these are unsalted.
- Albert Heijn advises customers to check the current packaging. Unsalted, by itself, says nothing about total fat content.
Jumbo
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 130 g may suit you if you’re looking for an unsalted option in that pack size.
- Jumbo lists the pack size for this product as 130 g.
- Jumbo recommends storing this product in a cool, dry, dark place. The term ‘unsalted’ does not indicate a lower fat content.
Lidl
Lidl lists unsalted cashew nuts for anyone looking specifically for this option.
- The product name helps you identify unsalted cashew nuts.
- ‘Unsalted’ does not mean the product has a lower fat content; check the nutritional information on the current packaging.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
- The product name specifies that the nuts are roasted and unsalted, and gives the pack size.
- A 2026 NVWA warning concerned a separate 170 g pack. Check the exact product details, and don’t apply the warning to other products.
PLUS
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts, 200 g bag, may suit you if you’re looking specifically for both of these qualities.
- The product name identifies this option as unsalted and unroasted, and specifies a 200 g bag.
- Being unroasted and unsalted does not prove that the nuts contain less fat. PLUS advises customers to check the current packaging.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
These Joybuy products include cashew kernels with one listed ingredient, cashew nuts dry-roasted without added fat or oil, and a roasted, unsalted option. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g: these characteristics do not, by themselves, prove a lower fat content.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160g
A good match if you’re looking for cashew nuts with just one ingredient listed.
The product description lists 100% cashew kernels, 47.7 g of fat and 604 kcal per 100 g.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
A good match if you prefer cashew nuts that, according to the product description, are oven-roasted without added fat or oil.
The product description lists 43 g of fat, 586 kcal and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g, and says each pack contains 4–5 servings.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200 g
A good match if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashew nuts.
The product information lists 46.67 g of fat and 596 kcal per 100 g; the ingredients list cashew nuts.
Frequently asked questions
When can a product be labelled low-fat in the Netherlands?
According to the European Commission, a solid food can carry the low-fat claim if it contains no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. This is a condition for using the claim, not a recommended daily amount.
Does ‘made without added oil’ mean cashew nuts are low in fat?
No. The preparation method alone does not prove a low fat content. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as roasted without added oil; for the separate Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts 125 g, Flink lists 49 g of fat per 100 g. Check the exact product.
How do I calculate the nutritional values for my own portion?
Multiply the value per 100 g by the number of grams in your portion, then divide by 100. For unsalted cashew nuts, the Voedingscentrum gives 12.2 g of fat per 25 g handful as a general nutritional value; this is not a product specification for every brand.
What allergen information should I check when buying loose nuts at a market?
The NVWA says consumers must receive allergen information before buying. For unpackaged products, this can be given in writing or verbally; if it is given verbally, it must be clear that you can ask for it. For pre-packed products, the information appears on the label.
Which ALDI cashew nuts are named in the NVWA warning?
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerned Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The NVWA instructed customers not to eat that specific pack. The warning identifies that pack only; it is not a general conclusion about other ALDI products.