For a street festival, choose cashew nuts based on how much protein you’ll actually get in a portion, and take salt, ingredients and storage instructions into account too. For two specific unsalted varieties, Jumbo lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g, or 6.45 g per 30 g; this is not evidence of faster recovery after exercise. Don’t use a protein value on its own as proof of an ‘high-protein’ claim: nutrition claims must meet EU requirements, as explained by the European Union and the NVWA.
If you’re training intensely around the time of the festival, consider how much protein a portion adds to your overall diet. That doesn’t automatically make cashew nuts a standalone recovery product. Jumbo’s product pages and information from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre can help you put this into context.
If you want to eat cashew nuts on the go, compare the pack size with your planned portion and check how to store the pack once it’s open. For example, Albert Heijn lists a 25 g portion for its specific 170 g AH variety.
If you’re looking for unsalted nuts, also check whether they’re roasted or unroasted, and read the ingredients on the label. The checked product pages from Jumbo, PLUS and Albert Heijn describe varieties with different ingredients and preparation methods.
Choose according to what matters most to you: protein per portion, carrying and storage, salt or the information on the label.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might find this most relevant? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare the protein per 100 g and calculate the amount for the portion you plan to eat. For two specific unsalted varieties, Jumbo lists 21.5 g per 100 g (6.45 g per 30 g); for the checked unroasted variety, PLUS lists 18.5 g per 100 g (5.55 g per 30 g). These are the declared values on the respective product pages. | If you mainly want to know how much protein you’ll get from your handful, compare the values for the same portion size. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein per serving. |
| Portion size and storage | Check the net weight, any portion information and the storage instructions for after opening. For its 170 g AH variety, Albert Heijn lists a 25 g portion and advises resealing the pack tightly and storing it in a cool, dark and dry place. | If you want to take a measured snack with you, remember that a bag isn’t automatically a single portion. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion size and storage. |
| Salt and ingredients | Read both the ingredients list and the salt content per 100 g. For its Unsalted Cashew Nuts, Jumbo lists 0.02 g of salt per 100 g; for Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt, the figure is 2.3 g per 100 g. These are different varieties. | If you want to avoid added salt, check the preparation method and whether the label lists any oil. Around 21% of consumers make salt and ingredients their top priority. |
| Allergen information | Check the information on the pack of the exact variety, including any warnings about other nuts or peanuts. The NVWA states that allergen information must be shown on the label of prepacked products. | If you’re checking allergen information for yourself or someone you’re sharing food with, base your choice on the packaging rather than the product name alone. Around 14% of consumers prioritise this information. |
A bag may contain several portions. For example, the 170 g AH variety lists a portion size of 25 g, while its nutritional values are given per 100 g.
Decide how many grams you want to eat, then calculate the nutritional values for that amount.
These terms don’t mean the same thing. The checked AH variety is unsalted but roasted, and contains sunflower oil; Jumbo Unroasted Cashew Nuts lists 100% cashew nuts as its ingredient.
Check the preparation method and ingredients list for the exact variety, rather than relying on the front of the pack alone.
Relevant cashew varieties include Original and Sea Salt; the flavour and product information vary by variety.
The checked AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts variety is a roasted product in a 170 g pack.
The checked product pages describe both unsalted and unroasted cashew nuts.
Lidl lists unsalted cashew nuts as a separate option in its supermarket range.
ALDI lists roasted, unsalted Trader Joe’s cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
The checked PLUS variety consists of unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts in a 200 g pack.
Joybuy products for anyone looking for cashew nuts as a snack on the go. The varieties differ in flavour, preparation and pack size, among other things. If protein or salt is a deciding factor for you, check the nutritional information on the exact pack.
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A good option if you’re specifically looking for a cashew variety labelled Original Flavour.
The product name lists a pack size of 160 g.
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A good fit if you’re looking for a cashew variety labelled Dry Roasted.
The product name lists a pack size of 125 g.
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A good option if you’re looking for salted cashew nuts and want to take the salt content into account.
The product name lists a pack size of 150 g.
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A good fit if you’re specifically looking for a roasted, unsalted cashew variety.
The product name lists a pack size of 200 g.
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A good option if you’re looking for a variety with purple skin and the larger pack suits your needs.
The product name lists 180 grade and a pack size of 500 g.
Going to a festival isn’t in itself a reason to need extra protein. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre links increased requirements to intensive strength or endurance exercise and considers this in the context of your overall diet. According to the Centre, recreational exercisers generally don’t need special protein products.
Follow the instructions for the exact variety. For AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts in a 170 g pack, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and resealing the pack tightly after use. Don’t assume that every pack has the same closure or storage instructions.
Read the allergen information on the pack of the exact variety, including any warnings about other nuts or peanuts. The NVWA states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked products. For loose products, ask the seller which information applies.
No. The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23 September 2026; customers were instructed not to eat that specific pack. The warning does not apply as a conclusion about other packs or batches.
