Of the four products reviewed with readable nutritional information, Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g has the most protein per equal 25 g serving: its 21.5 g per 100 g works out at around 5.4 g per serving, according to Jumbo. Cashew nuts can be an addition to your lunch, but consider what the rest of your meal provides too. A higher protein figure alone does not prove that the separate ‘high protein’ claim is permitted on the packaging: nutrition claims must meet official requirements, according to EU Your Europe.
If you want to have cashew nuts with a meal around your training, compare the protein per serving and consider the rest of your diet too. The Voedingscentrum (Netherlands Nutrition Centre) emphasises that any increased protein requirement depends on your training and goals.
If you eat them regularly, unsalted may be an important preference. Also check the ingredients: unsalted cashew nuts may be roasted and contain oil, as shown in product information from Albert Heijn and PLUS.
If you don’t want to weigh your nuts in the canteen, look for individual portions or packaging that can be resealed securely after use. Lidl describes a multipack with 25 g portions; Jumbo lists a resealable 130 g pack.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per serving | Compare the figures per 25 g, and also look at the energy per serving and what the rest of your lunch provides. | If protein is my priority in a lunch around exercise, I compare both the serving and the rest of the meal. Around 36% of consumers prioritise protein. |
| Unsalted for regular use | Check the salt content and read the ingredients to see whether oil has been used. | If I eat cashew nuts regularly, I want them unsalted, but I also want to know whether they are roasted or contain oil. Around 29% of consumers prioritise eating unsalted food every day. |
| Taking portions with you | Check whether the pack contains measured portions or can be resealed securely once opened. | For lunches on several days, I want to take a measured amount with me without weighing it there and then. Portion convenience is a priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Savoury flavour | Read how the nuts are prepared and check the salt and fat content separately. | If a savoury, roasted flavour is my deciding factor, I also check the salt and fat content rather than looking only at how the nuts are prepared. Around 14% of consumers put flavour first. |
A protein figure or sporty packaging wording does not, on its own, prove that a nutrition claim meets the official definition and requirements. EU Your Europe explains that nutrition claims are subject to official requirements.
Compare the nutritional information for the exact product and treat a claim on the packaging as something different from the number of grams of protein.
Jumbo lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g for its 200 g unsalted product and 19.1 g for the 130 g version. So products in the same category do not necessarily have the same nutritional values.
Check the product name, pack and nutritional information together before calculating the amount per serving.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. The manufacturer also lists 49 g of fat per 100 g.
Read the preparation method and nutritional information separately, then decide which portion suits your lunch.
The Albert Heijn and PLUS product information reviewed mentions the possible presence of other nuts, including peanuts. Unsalted says nothing about whether allergens are present.
If you have a relevant allergy, read all the information on the packaging. Before buying lunch in a canteen, ask about cashews and possible other allergens.
Cashews Original is a savoury, oven-roasted variety in a 125 g pack.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts is the 170 g product reviewed; Albert Heijn lists a serving size of 25 g.
The 200 g and 130 g unsalted products have different stated protein values.
Way To Go! Unsalted Cashew Nuts is sold as a multipack of 3 × 25 g.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts is the 200 g product reviewed.
These Joybuy products are cashew nuts for lunch or a snack; compare the variety, nutritional information and pack size with what you’re looking for.
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The product description lists 21.0 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g. It says the cashew nuts are ready to eat.
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The product description lists 19.8 g of protein per 100 g and names cashew kernels as the sole ingredient. Once opened, the nuts should be kept in a sealed container.
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This variety may suit you if you’re looking for roasted cashew nuts. Check the exact product and nutritional information on the packaging before comparing figures with other cashew nuts.
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The product description lists 17.4 g of protein per 100 g and a pack size of 500 g. The nuts are described as suitable for eating as they are, using as a topping or adding as an ingredient.
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The title describes roasted, unsalted cashew nuts; the product description lists 18.67 g of protein per 100 g. After opening, the description recommends sealing the pack securely and storing it in a cool, dry place.
To assess this, consider your whole lunch and your daily protein intake. The Voedingscentrum (Netherlands Nutrition Centre) gives general figures of 5.3 g of protein and 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashew nuts; these figures do not apply to every brand. For more protein, the Voedingscentrum suggests options including quark, yoghurt, tofu, nuts and beans.
No. According to the Voedingscentrum, most people who exercise do not need special protein shakes or bars. For people who train intensively, a higher protein requirement depends on their training and goals; it is not a general requirement for all students.
Follow the storage instructions for the exact product. For the 170 g AH pack reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing it in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing the pack securely after use. If you’d rather not measure out your own portions, the 3 × 25 g pack described by Lidl is one option.
Before buying, ask whether the lunch contains cashews or other nuts. The NVWA explains that allergen information must be available for non-prepacked foods and must specify which nuts are involved. Under certain conditions, information can be provided verbally in accordance with the Warenwetregeling allergeneninformatie niet-voorverpakte levensmiddelen (Commodities Act Regulation on Allergen Information for Non-prepacked Foods) on Overheid.nl.
Do not eat the 170 g pack with EAN 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. On 20 May 2026, the NVWA warned that this specific pack may contain metal fragments. The warning does not automatically apply to other packs or varieties.
