Compare the total fat per 100 g and consider separately how much you pack: unsalted or made without added oil does not automatically mean lower in fat. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the claim ‘low fat’; don’t confuse this claim with a smaller portion or a particular preparation method. Also check the allergen information, your school’s policy and whether your child can safely eat the chosen texture.
You’re looking for cashew nuts for your child’s lunchbox and want to know whether lower fat is genuinely a product feature or simply the result of a smaller portion. Compare the nutritional information and look beyond terms such as unsalted or oven-roasted. The European Commission distinguishes between the claim ‘low fat’ and a comparison with other products.
You want to take account of cashews as an allergen, your school’s policy and the texture your child can eat safely. The Voedingscentrum warns that older children can also choke on whole nuts and advises eating calmly. If in doubt, ask about suitable alternatives and check the school’s policy.
You’re looking for something that’s easy to measure out and take with you. A multipack can be convenient, but the packaging doesn’t determine what amount is right for your child. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a general reference amount in a nutritional table, not as personal advice.
First compare the product’s fat content, then decide how much to pack and separately check the ingredients, allergens and school policy.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most relevant to? |
|---|---|---|
| Total fat and claims | Compare the fat per 100 g. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g per 100 g for the claim ‘low fat’. | If I want to pack less fat, I look at the nutritional information rather than just the preparation method. Around 33% of consumers demonstrably prioritise lower fat when making a purchase. |
| Allergens and eating safely | Read the allergen information on the exact product packaging and check that the texture is suitable for your child. | If I need to take account of allergen policies or difficulty chewing, I also check the school’s policy and the food’s texture. Around 27% of consumers put school safety and eating safely first. |
| Salt and ingredients | Check both the ingredients list and the salt content; unsalted doesn’t tell you whether oil has been added. | If I’m looking for an unsalted snack with a simple ingredient list, I want to be able to assess the exact variety. Around 20% of consumers make this their top priority when choosing. |
| Portion and packaging | Check the weight per bag and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I’m preparing a lunchbox every day, a pre-portioned bag can save time. Around 20% of consumers value portioning and convenience on the go above all else. |
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil, but the nutritional table lists 49 g of fat per 100 g. So the preparation method alone doesn’t tell you how much total fat the product contains.
Check the preparation method, ingredients and nutritional information separately. Only use ‘low fat’ if the product claim meets the relevant requirements.
Albert Heijn and Jumbo list sunflower oil in the product information for the unsalted cashews mentioned. ‘Unsalted’ doesn’t describe the full ingredients list.
Check the ingredients for the exact variety if you want to avoid added oil.
Lidl lists 3 x 25 g for its Way To Go! multipack. This pack size makes portioning convenient, but it doesn’t determine what amount is right for every child or say anything about reducing fat.
First choose an amount that suits your situation, then decide which type of packaging is convenient.
Cashews are a tree nut allergen. Older children can also choke on whole nuts; a different preparation method doesn’t remove these concerns.
Read the allergen information, check the school’s policy and choose a texture your child can eat safely. Encourage children to eat calmly.
Cashews Original is an oven-roasted, savoury-seasoned variety that Duyvis says is made without added oil.
AH Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g is a roasted variety to assess based on its ingredients, salt and nutritional information.
Jumbo Cashewnoten Ongezouten 200 g is a variety for those who want to measure out their own portion.
Way To Go! Cashewnoten ongezouten is available as a multipack with three 25 g bags, according to Lidl Netherlands.
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s Cashewnoten geroosterd en ongezouten 250 g as a specific variety.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand 200 g is an unroasted variety that lists cashew nuts as an ingredient.
No. For example, AH Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g lists 50 g of fat per 100 g and contains sunflower oil. Unsalted tells you about the salt, not automatically the fat content.
For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the claim ‘low fat’. This is different from packing a smaller amount or comparing one product with another variety.
No, a pack size isn’t personal dietary advice. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a general reference amount in a nutritional table; decide for yourself what amount suits your child’s lunchbox and overall diet.
First check the allergen information on the exact packaging and ask the school what policies apply. The Voedingscentrum advises against giving whole nuts or peanuts to children under 4 and notes that older children can also choke. If you’re concerned about chewing, the Voedingscentrum suggests ground nuts or nut butter as an alternative texture; these are still nut products.
Do not eat Trader Joe’s Cashewnoten ongezouten 170 g with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 mentions possible metal fragments in that specific pack; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or varieties.
