Unsalted cashew nuts are a practical option if you’re looking for a nut snack for your night shift. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a 25 g handful of unsalted cashew nuts provides an average of 5.3 g of protein. Think of this as a contribution to your meal or snack, rather than automatically treating it as a complete sports-focused snack. Compare the nutritional values of the exact variety, and consider portion size, salt and how you’ll store the pack.
You want to know how much protein your snack contributes to your daily diet. Check the portion and the full meal or snack; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives an average of 5.3 g of protein per 25 g handful of unsalted cashew nuts.
You’re looking for a snack you can take with you and portion ahead of time. Unsalted cashew nuts and a well-sealed container could suit this approach; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing cashew nuts in a cool, dark and dry place.
You buy cashew nuts regularly and want to choose a pack you can finish and store properly. Jumbo lists unsalted varieties in 200 g and 500 g packs.
First compare the nutritional value of the variety you’re buying, then decide on your portion and check whether the pack is practical for taking with you and storing.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and energy on the same basis, then work out how these figures relate to the portion you’ll take with you. | If you exercise and want to know what cashew nuts add to your meal or snack, check the portion you’ll actually eat; around 40% of consumers prioritise protein content when making this choice. |
| Portion and salt | Compare the salt per 100 g and decide how much you want to take with you; a pack does not automatically equal one portion. | If you want a measured snack during your shift and are watching your salt intake, deciding on your portion in advance can help; around 30% of consumers prioritise this when choosing. |
| Taking with you and storing | Check the pack size and storage advice; use a well-sealed container if needed. | If you want to portion cashew nuts in advance and store them between shifts, the packaging and seal are important practical considerations; around 30% of consumers focus on this. |
A 25 g handful of unsalted cashew nuts contains an average of 5.3 g of protein, according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. A product name or search term doesn’t tell you how much protein your portion provides.
Use the portion you actually eat as your guide, and consider the full meal or snack and your daily diet.
Duyvis describes one roasted variety as having no added oil. Flink’s listing for Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts, 125 g, gives 49 g of fat per 100 g; this value applies to that specific product listing.
Read the preparation method and nutritional information separately, and check that they relate to the same variety.
A larger pack means you’ll need to portion it and seal it properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing cashew nuts in a cool, dark and dry place.
Choose a pack size that suits how much you use, and consider dividing the contents into sealed containers in advance.
Worth considering if you’re looking for a savoury roasted cashew variety.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts are an option if you’re looking for an unsalted variety.
Worth considering if you want to compare unsalted cashew nuts in different pack sizes.
Lidl lists unsalted cashew nuts as a product type.
Trader Joe’s product listing is for roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
The PLUS variety is worth considering if you’re looking for unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts.
This selection includes unsalted and salted cashew nuts, including roasted varieties. Compare the nutritional values given per 100 g, and check the portion size and storage instructions for the exact pack.
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The product information suggests pairing these cashew nuts with yoghurt and muesli; consider them as part of your overall meal or snack.
100% cashew kernels; 19.8 g of protein and 604 kcal per 100 g according to the product information. Contains cashew.
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A roasted variety to compare if that’s the type of product you’re looking for; remember to factor in the salt when choosing.
The product information gives 18 g of protein, 586 kcal and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g. The description states that the pack contains 4–5 portions and recommends sealing it properly after opening. Contains cashew; the listed allergens also include gluten, wheat and peanuts.
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This salted variety is worth considering if savoury flavour matters to you; compare the salt content with the portion you have in mind.
The product information gives 16.4 g of protein, 679 kcal and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g. Contains cashew.
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A roasted, unsalted option if you want to avoid added salt; check the nutritional information for this variety.
The product information gives 18.67 g of protein, 596 kcal and 0.067 g of salt per 100 g. The pack contains 200 g; seal it properly after opening and store in a cool, dry place. Contains cashew.
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A lightly salted variety to compare if you want to assess the ingredients and nutritional values of a salted snack.
The product information lists 98% cashew, sunflower oil and salt; 21 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g, plus 2555 kJ of energy. Contains cashew.
A 25 g handful of unsalted cashew nuts provides an average of 5.3 g of protein, according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. That contributes to your meal or snack; consider the rest of your diet too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre says that recreational exercisers don’t automatically need special protein products.
In the EU, a product can only carry the ‘high in protein’ claim if at least 20% of its energy comes from protein. So the number of grams of protein per 100 g alone isn’t enough to assess whether the claim applies. This requirement is set out in Regulation (EC) No 1924/2006 and explained by the European Commission.
Store cashew nuts in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place, and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides general storage guidance for unsalted cashew nuts; check for any changes in smell, texture or appearance before eating them too.
Cashew is an allergen. Check the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack every time you buy, even if you’ve bought a similar product before.
No. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 relates specifically to 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026. The NVWA warned that the product may contain metal fragments and advised consumers not to eat that pack. The warning does not automatically apply to other packs or varieties.
