Start by checking the pack size: the AH Katsu curry 3-pack contains 150 g in total, while the AH unsalted 3-pack consists of three separate packs of 170 g each. If you want to make your own portions for your gym bag or lunchbox, compare individual packs and larger value bags too. Check the ingredients and allergen information, and store your supply in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container.
You want to know how many individual packs you’ll get and how much you can take for each snack break. Albert Heijn, for example, lists a Katsu curry 3-pack weighing 150 g in total and an unsalted bundle of three 170 g packs.
Start with the unsalted variety, then compare whether the nuts are plain, unroasted or seasoned. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five healthy eating guidelines. Always check the ingredients for the exact variety you’re buying.
You’re buying for several occasions or people, and may want to portion out a larger bag yourself. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container. When sharing, keep the information for the exact variety to hand too.
First compare the number of packs and the total weight: a bundle of regular packs is different from a small multipack.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Pack size and portioning | Compare the number of packs and the total weight. A stated serving size doesn’t tell you how much is in each individual pouch. | If you want to pack snacks in advance for your gym bag or lunchbox, what matters most is how much portioning you’ll need to do yourself; around 36% of consumers prioritise convenient packaging. |
| Ingredients | Check the ingredients and salt content for the exact variety; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted or oil-free. | If you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashew nuts for your snack routine, you’ll want to choose a product that suits your preferences; around 29% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Quantity | Compare the total weight and think about how much you’ll actually want to portion out yourself for several snack breaks. | If you’re buying for several people or occasions, a larger pack may be suitable as long as you’re happy to portion it out yourself; around 21% of consumers focus mainly on the quantity. |
| Sharing and storage | Check the allergen information for the exact variety and store your supply in a cool, dry place in a tightly sealed container. | If you’re sharing cashew nuts with others, you’ll want to be able to pass on the right product information and store the rest properly; around 14% of consumers prioritise this. |
The unsalted AH 3-pack consists of three 170 g packs, while the Katsu curry 3-pack contains 150 g in total. The stated serving size doesn’t prove that each individual pouch contains that amount.
Check the number of packs and the weight before choosing. To find out how much you’ll have for each snack break, check the pack itself rather than relying on the words ‘3-pack’.
Portioning snacks yourself takes preparation and may require resealable containers.
Ingredients and preparation methods vary between products. Jumbo lists 99% cashew nuts and sunflower oil for its 200 g unsalted variety; PLUS lists cashew nuts as the ingredient for its unroasted, unsalted variety.
Compare the ingredients list and nutritional information on the pack you’re actually buying.
An individual container won’t tell you which variety it contains or which allergen information applies to it.
Keep the original packaging or have the information for the exact variety to hand when sharing snacks.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. A gym bag isn’t necessarily suitable for storing your main supply.
Keep your supply at home in a suitable place and only take out what you need.
Albert Heijn lists both a small, seasoned 3-pack and bundles of regular cashew nut packs.
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in a 200 g pack and a 500 g value pack.
Duyvis lists individual packs of Cashews Original and Cashews Sea Salt, both weighing 125 g.
PLUS lists unroasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a regular 200 g bag.
ALDI lists 250 g of roasted, unsalted cashew nuts under the Trader Joe’s name.
Lidl lists cashew nuts under its Alesto and Way To Go brands.
These are individual packs of cashew nuts, not multipacks containing several snack pouches. They’re suitable if you’re looking for an individual snack or want to portion the nuts out yourself.
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An individual pack for anyone who wants to portion out cashew nuts for different snack breaks.
The product name states 160 g.
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An individual flavoured pack for anyone who wants to take cashew nuts along as a snack.
The product name states 125 g. The product information lists gluten, wheat and peanuts as allergens; keep the information for this variety to hand when sharing.
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An individual salted variety for anyone who wants to decide how much to take for each snack break.
The product name states 150 g.
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An individual pack of unsalted cashew nuts for anyone who wants to make their own portions.
The product name states 200 g of roasted, unsalted cashew nuts.
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An individual pack of salted snacks for anyone looking for cashew nuts with the skin on.
The product name states 120 g.
No. The unsalted AH 3-pack consists of three 170 g packs supplied separately, while the AH Katsu curry 3-pack contains 150 g in total. Check the amount in each pack too: a stated serving size isn’t necessarily the weight of an individual pouch.
Store your supply in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping opened unsalted cashew nuts in a kitchen cupboard for up to six months. This isn’t a guarantee of shelf life for nuts left in a warm or damp gym bag for a long time.
Keep the ingredients and allergen information for the exact variety to hand, as flavours and ingredients can vary. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergens that must be declared need to be clearly identified in the ingredients list. New rules on warnings about possible cross-contamination have also applied since 1 January 2026.
Whole nuts can pose a choking risk for young children. Amsterdam UMC recommends nut butter rather than whole nuts for children under 4 and also warns of a choking risk for older children. This is safety advice, not a legal age limit.
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority’s 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. Don’t eat that specific pack if you still have it, and follow the NVWA’s instructions. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other ALDI packs.
