If you want to keep your calorie intake in check during a game night, weigh out a portion first. The four cashew products below contain 586–679 kcal per 100 g, so they do not meet the EU requirement for a ‘low energy’ claim of no more than 40 kcal per 100 g. Also compare salt, preparation and packaging. Unsalted does not mean low in calories.
If you enjoy cashew nuts but want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat, compare the nutrition information per 100 g and calculate it for your weighed portion. Being unsalted or oven-roasted does not, in itself, tell you how many calories they contain.
If you’re looking for cashews with no added salt, check whether they’re unroasted or baked too, and read the ingredients list to see if oil has been added.
If you’re buying for several players, check the net weight, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions. If someone has a food allergy, check the information on the exact pack and agree on a suitable choice with the guest concerned.
First decide how much you want to serve, then compare the preparation, ingredients and packaging with what your group needs.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is it important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for your weighed portion: kcal per 100 g × portion weight ÷ 100. | If I want to keep track of how much I eat during long gaming sessions, I’d rather weigh out a portion than rely on words such as ‘unsalted’; around 42% of consumers prioritise portion size and calories. |
| Salt and preparation | Read the ingredients list and compare the salt content in grams per 100 g. Unroasted, baked and oven-roasted are different methods of preparation. | If I’m mainly looking for unsalted cashews, or want a savoury flavour, I also check whether oil has been added; around 25% of consumers prioritise salt and preparation. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, number of portions, whether the pack can be resealed and the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I’m buying for a small group and want to save some for another evening, I choose a pack that suits the amount we need; around 17% of consumers prioritise packaging and storage. |
| Allergens | Read the full allergen information, including warnings about the possible presence of other allergens. | If a player has a food allergy, I check the information on that exact pack and agree on a suitable choice with the guest; around 16% of consumers prioritise being able to eat safely together. |
The cashew products checked are well above the European threshold for a ‘low energy’ claim. Salt, oil and energy are separate characteristics.
Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for the amount you actually plan to serve.
For its 130 g pack, Jumbo lists around five portions. The full net weight is therefore not the same as the stated 25 g portion.
Measure out the amount you want to serve in advance, then reseal the rest as instructed on the label.
A product that lists cashew nuts as an ingredient may also carry a warning about the possible presence of allergens such as peanuts.
Check the full allergen information and discuss the choice with the guest concerned.
A 130 g pack and a 200 g variety may have different ingredients or nutritional values. Duyvis Original and Sea Salt are separate product ranges.
Check the full product name, weight, ingredients and nutrition table on the pack you choose.
The Original and Sea Salt ranges offer different flavour and preparation options.
AH Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g is a baked, unsalted variety with a stated portion size of 25 g.
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in several pack sizes.
The listed 500 g pack of unsalted cashews is an option if you’re planning for a larger quantity.
The listed 250 g Trader Joe’s variety is roasted and unsalted.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand 200 g is a variety with no added oil, according to the ingredients list.
These Joybuy products offer a range of cashew varieties, so you can compare ingredients, preparation, salt and pack size. None of the listed calorie values makes the product low in calories.
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Suitable if you’re looking for a 160 g pack of cashews and want to weigh out your own portions.
The product information lists 100% cashew kernels, 604 kcal and 0.028 g salt per 100 g. The pack can be resealed after opening.
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Suitable if you’re looking for oven-roasted cashews with no added fat or oil, but not if you expect a low-calorie product.
The product information lists 586 kcal and 0.92 g salt per 100 g, and 4–5 portions per pack. The listed allergens are cashew, gluten, wheat and peanut.
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Suitable if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews and want to decide on your own portion size.
The product information lists 596 kcal and 0.067 g salt per 100 g, and names cashew nuts as the ingredient. The pack should be closed securely after opening.
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Suitable if you’re looking for a larger pack to share with several people or enjoy on different occasions.
The product information lists 679 kcal and 1.2 g salt per 100 g. The ingredients are cashew kernels and salt.
No. The listed values for the four Joybuy products range from 586 to 679 kcal per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for a ‘low energy’ claim. Different conditions apply to a ‘reduced energy’ claim, including at least 30% less energy and a statement of the characteristic causing the reduction. A smaller portion doesn’t change the product claim.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g shown on the pack by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide by 100. Use the nutritional value for the exact variety you bought; a general value for cashew nuts won’t necessarily be the same as that of every brand.
Check both the ingredients and any warnings about the possible presence of other allergens on the exact pack. Cashew is itself an allergen; for example, the PLUS variety states that the product may contain peanuts. The NVWA explains that allergens must be clearly listed on prepacked foods, but that doesn’t automatically make a product suitable for every guest with an allergy.
Not necessarily: product information warns that young children can choke on nuts. Bear this warning in mind if young children are joining in, and choose a different type of snack if needed.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat an affected pack. The warning does not automatically apply to the separate 250 g roasted, unsalted variety.
