Who are these options for?

Snacks on the go

You want to be able to grab something from your cupboard without treating a bag containing several portions as a single snack. Compare the amount in each pack with the stated serving size. For example, Albert Heijn lists Duyvis Oven roasted salted as containing 4–5 portions.

An everyday unsalted snack

For an everyday snack, you prefer unsalted nuts to a savoury coating. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in the Wheel of Five; also check the ingredients and any allergens in the variety you choose.

Portioning a larger supply yourself

You want to stock up at home and don’t mind weighing out a portion before you leave. Larger packs suit this approach; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.

What should you look for when buying?

Unsalted nuts to portion yourself

Choose this if: you want to weigh out portions from a larger bag at home.

Bear in mind: you’ll need to portion it yourself and seal the opened pack properly.

Savoury and oven-roasted

Choose this if: you’d rather have a savoury flavour than an unsalted option.

Bear in mind: the pack may contain several portions; no added oil doesn’t mean unsalted.

Seasoned sour cream flavour

Choose this if: you’re looking for a seasoned flavour and milk and lactose aren’t a concern for you.

Bear in mind: the stated servings aren’t the same as individual packs to take with you.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Pack size and serving size Check the amount in each bag, the number of individual packs and the stated serving size separately. If I want to grab a snack while I’m out without weighing it first, I want to know how much is in each individual pack. Around 36% of consumers prioritise having a snack ready to take with them.
Unsalted and ingredients Read the ingredients, salt content and allergen information for the exact variety you choose. If you’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts, you’ll also want to check whether oil or other ingredients have been added. Around 29% of consumers prioritise ingredients and their personal dietary requirements.
Stocking up and storage Choose a total quantity that suits how much you eat, and follow the storage instructions after opening. If I buy a larger supply for home, I want to portion it myself and seal the rest properly. Around 21% of consumers prioritise portioning and storage.
Flavour and preparation Check the full product name, ingredients and salt content; consider preparation claims as a separate product feature. If you’re mainly looking for a savoury or seasoned flavour, you’ll want to weigh that up against the ingredients and serving size. Around 14% of consumers prioritise flavour.

What to consider when buying and storing

  • Mistaking a pack for one serving

    The 125 g bag of Duyvis listed by Albert Heijn contains 4–5 portions. The AH unsalted 3-pack consists of three separate 170 g products, not three small snack bags.

    Before taking something with you as a single snack, check the amount in each individual pack and the stated serving size.

  • Assuming unsalted or no added oil tells you everything about the ingredients

    According to the product information, PLUS unsalted cashew nuts contain sunflower oil. Duyvis Oven roasted salted is described as made without added oil, but the product page also lists salt. The AH Sourcream variety lists milk and lactose.

    Check the ingredients, salt and allergens separately, and don’t assume that information for one flavour or preparation method applies to another.

  • Missing a safety warning about an older product

    On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority warned that Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts in a 170 g pack might contain metal. The warning applies to products with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026.

    Check the product name, pack size, barcode and best-before date against the warning. Do not eat the product in question, and don’t assume the warning applies to other packs or all ALDI cashew nuts.

  • Buying more than you can store conveniently

    A larger bag means portioning it yourself and finding a suitable place to store the opened contents. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.

    Choose a pack that suits how much you eat and the storage space you have, and follow the instructions for your chosen variety after opening.

    If you don’t already have a suitable airtight container or storage tin, buying a larger bag also means making practical preparations.

Brands to consider

Duyvis

The varieties reviewed range from Original and Oven roasted to Sea Salt, so always check the exact flavour and preparation method.

  • Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted and made without added oil.
  • Albert Heijn lists Duyvis Oven roasted salted 125 g as containing 4–5 portions. The Sea Salt variety has a different ingredients list, including sunflower oil.

Albert Heijn

The product information distinguishes unsalted cashew nuts from a seasoned sour cream variety.

  • The unsalted 3-pack consists of three separate 170 g products.
  • The Sourcream 3-pack is listed as 150 g in total, with six 25 g servings, and contains milk and lactose. That doesn’t automatically mean the contents come in individual packs to take with you.

Jumbo

The 500 g unsalted value pack suits anyone looking to stock up and portion the nuts themselves.

  • The product information lists 99% cashew nuts and sunflower oil.
  • This is a larger pack, not an individual snack portion. The label states that it may contain nuts and peanuts.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists unsalted cashew nuts as a product option.

  • The unsalted variety is worth considering if that’s the type you’re looking for.
  • Check the pack size and ingredients on the product packaging to see whether the quantity suits your snack occasion.

ALDI

The TRADER JOE’S cashew nuts listed are roasted and unsalted; the pack described contains 250 g.

  • The pack may suit anyone looking to stock up and portion the nuts themselves.
  • The relevant NVWA warning concerns a specific 170 g pack of unsalted cashew nuts, not the 250 g variety described here.

PLUS

The product listing is for unsalted fairtrade cashew nuts in a 200 g bag.

  • The product information lists 99% cashew nuts and sunflower oil; the retailer identifies it as part of its fairtrade product range.
  • The 200 g bag isn’t an individual snack portion. The product information states that it may contain peanuts.

Cashew nuts at Joybuy

These Joybuy options are cashew nuts for snacking straight from the pack or keeping in stock. The weight shown on a pack doesn’t tell you how many servings it contains, so check the serving size and storage instructions for the variety you choose.

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour cashew nuts 160 g

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour cashew nuts 160 g

An option to consider if you’re looking for a simple cashew snack that’s ready to eat.

The product description lists cashew kernels as the ingredient and gives the pack size as 160 g.

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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g

Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g

A roasted, salted variety to consider if you’re looking for a savoury cashew snack.

The product information lists 98% cashew, sunflower oil, 1% salt and a pack size of 150 g. The description recommends resealing the pack after opening.

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gwoon roasted unsalted cashew nuts 200 g

g'woon roasted unsalted cashew nuts 200 g

An option to consider if you’re looking for roasted cashew nuts with no added salt.

The product information lists cashew nuts as the only ingredient and gives the pack size as 200 g. The pack should be sealed tightly after opening.

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Be&Cheery cashews with purple skin, 180 grade, 500 g

Be&Cheery cashews with purple skin, 180 grade, 500 g

A larger pack to consider if you’re looking to stock up on cashew nuts and portion them yourself.

The product information lists cashew and salt as ingredients and gives the pack size as 500 g. The product description recommends storing it in a cool, dry place.

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Xue Ji Chaohuo salted cashew nuts with skins 120 g

Xue Ji Chaohuo salted cashew nuts with skins 120 g

A portable, ready-to-eat option to consider if you want to take a savoury snack with you.

The product information lists cashew nuts and salt, gives the pack size as 120 g and describes the packaging as resealable.

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Frequently asked questions

Does a 3-pack mean I get three snack portions?

No. The number of packs and the number of servings are different things. Albert Heijn lists the unsalted 3-pack as three separate 170 g products; according to the product information, the Sourcream 3-pack contains 150 g and six 25 g servings.

How should I store an opened bag of cashew nuts?

Store nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool, ideally at 10–15 °C. For the Duyvis Oven roasted variety reviewed, the product page recommends transferring the nuts to a light-proof, airtight container after opening.

Does no added oil mean the same as unsalted?

No. Albert Heijn states that the cashew nuts in Duyvis Oven roasted salted are roasted without added oil, but the product information also lists 0,92 g of salt per 100 g. Consider oil, flavouring and salt as separate features.

What allergen information should I check on a pack?

Check the ingredients list and any warnings about possible traces for the exact variety you choose. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, legally recognised allergens must be listed on the label and clearly highlighted in the ingredients list.