Shoppers who want to match the quantity to their get-together
You’re picking up cashew nuts with your usual shop and want a pack that suits how much you’ll use at your planned get-togethers.
Who is this relevant to?
Households with several get-togethers planned
You want to have enough for different occasions without opening everything at once. So check the total weight, whether the pack is divided into individual portions and the storage instructions.
Shoppers comparing ingredients
You want to choose between unroasted, unsalted, salted and savoury seasoned varieties. Check the ingredients, salt content and allergen information for the specific variety.
What should you look for when choosing?
When choosing cashew nuts for a get-together on the terrace, the main considerations are often quantity, storage, ingredients and flavour. The percentages below show the main purchasing priority for different groups of shoppers.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it’s for |
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| Getting the quantity right | Match the net weight to the number of get-togethers and how much you expect to use. | If you’re stocking up for several occasions, you’ll want to avoid having more left over than you can use; around 36% of shoppers focus mainly on quantity. |
| Packaging and storage | Check whether you can open the pack in portions for different occasions, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If you don’t want to open all the cashew nuts at once, individual packs may be more practical; around 29% of shoppers prioritise storage and portioning. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and compare the stated salt content per 100 g for the exact variety. | If you’re keeping an eye on salt, oil or other ingredients, you’ll want to know what’s in the pack you choose; around 21% of shoppers make ingredients their main consideration. |
| Flavour for your get-together | Choose plain, salted or seasoned, and check whether you’re buying cashew nuts or a mix. | If you’re after a savoury snack for your get-together, how the nuts are prepared matters; around 14% of shoppers prioritise the flavour they want to serve. |
Common purchasing mistakes
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Choosing a larger pack without thinking about how you’ll use it
A larger bag isn’t automatically the most convenient choice if you only need some of it or can’t store the rest properly.
Match the quantity to your planned get-togethers and check the storage instructions before choosing a large pack.
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Assuming you’ll need the whole multipack at once
The AH salted 4-pack contains four individual 170 g packs. These can be handy if you’re spreading your supply across several occasions.
Check the number of packs and the weight of each one, and think in advance about how much you want to open for each get-together.
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Assuming unsalted, unroasted and made without added oil mean the same thing
These terms describe different characteristics. For example, the 500 g unsalted Jumbo pack contains sunflower oil, while Duyvis describes a specific oven-roasted variety as being made without added oil; that variety does contain salt.
For the variety you choose, read both the ingredients and the salt content. Don’t assume one characteristic tells you about another.
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Opening a large bag without a plan for the rest
According to the Voedingscentrum, nuts should be stored in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. So a large pack needs some thought about how you’ll store the rest after opening.
Seal the pack well after use, follow the product instructions and choose individual packs if that’s more convenient.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
The variety reviewed is an oven-roasted cashew nut with a savoury flavour, suited to a get-together.
- The 125 g pack of Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashews states that it contains 0.92 g of salt per 100 g. Duyvis describes this variety as roasted without added oil.
- This variety contains a savoury seasoning mix and salt. This product information doesn’t necessarily apply to other Duyvis products or bundles.
Albert Heijn
The products reviewed include an unroasted pack and a multipack of individual salted packs.
- The 500 g pack of AH Terra Unroasted Cashew Nuts lists cashew nuts as its only ingredient. The salted 4-pack contains four individual 170 g packs.
- The products differ in how they’re prepared and packaged, so check the label of the variety you choose.
Jumbo
The range reviewed includes smaller and larger packs, including a 500 g unsalted pack.
- Jumbo states that its 500 g unsalted value pack contains 99% cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
- For this specific variety, unsalted doesn’t mean cashew nuts are the only ingredient. Jumbo advises storing this product in a cool, dry, dark place.
Lidl
Lidl describes Alesto as its nuts and dried fruit range, and positions Way To Go cashew nuts as a Fairtrade option.
- The Fairtrade label may be relevant if that’s a product characteristic you look for.
- This positioning comes from Lidl and doesn’t in itself say anything about flavour or other products in the Alesto range. Check the label on the pack you choose.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s listings reviewed include a 250 g pack of roasted unsalted cashew nuts and a product page featuring 500 g varieties.
- The pack sizes offer different quantities for get-togethers and stocking up.
- The 500 g product page shows salted and unsalted varieties; check the ingredients for the specific variety.
PLUS
PLUS lists a 200 g pack of salted Fairtrade cashew nuts.
- The product information lists 98% cashew nuts, sunflower oil and salt.
- The Fairtrade label applies to this product and isn’t a statement about its flavour. Also check the allergen information on the packaging.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes cashew nuts for a get-together, from larger packs to smaller quantities. Check the ingredients, stated salt content and pack size for each variety.
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Be&Cheery cashew nuts with purple skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The pack contains 500 g, making it a larger quantity for planned get-togethers.
The product description lists cashew kernels with salt and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
The 160 g pack is a smaller quantity to serve at a get-together.
The product description lists cashew kernels as the only ingredient.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
This smaller pack is a savoury seasoned option for a get-together.
The product information lists 98% cashew nuts and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g. Duyvis says these cashews are roasted without added oil.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
The product description says the cashew nuts are roasted and ready to serve.
The ingredients list 98% cashew, sunflower oil and 1% salt.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
This roasted, unsalted variety is a smaller quantity for a get-together.
The product description lists cashew nuts as an ingredient and advises sealing the pack well after opening.
Frequently asked questions
How do you work out how many cashew nuts you need?
Base the quantity on the number of get-togethers you have planned and what you want to serve. AH Terra lists 20 portions of 25 g for a 500 g pack; Duyvis gives an average portion size of 30 g. These are serving sizes shown on the labels, not a prediction of how much each guest will eat.
How should you store an opened pack of cashew nuts?
Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, and follow the instructions on the specific pack. The Voedingscentrum recommends storing them somewhere cool, for example at 10 to 15 °C. This doesn’t guarantee how long an opened pack will keep.
What should you look for in the allergen information on packaging in the Netherlands?
Check the label of the exact variety before buying or serving the cashew nuts. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked food. Since 1 January 2026, Dutch rules have applied to warnings about the unintended presence of allergens due to cross-contamination; the NVWA oversees compliance.
Can you serve whole cashew nuts to young children without taking any precautions?
No. Don’t assume whole nuts are a suitable snack for young children. The Voedingscentrum warns that whole nuts can cause choking and advises children to eat while sitting calmly, with an adult nearby. This advice applies when young children are eating with you.
Which ALDI cashew nuts were covered by the safety warning?
On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority warned about 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026 because they may contain metal fragments. Don’t eat that specific pack if you still have it. The warning applies to that pack and batch, not all ALDI cashew nuts.