For a snack on the go, choose a pack you can portion out in advance and compare the nutritional values on the same basis; don’t automatically treat a whole bag as one snack portion. If you’re managing your weight, how much you actually eat matters. The Dutch Nutrition Centre emphasises that weight loss depends on energy balance over time: a product name or preparation method is no promise of weight loss.
You want to take a set amount with you and compare nutritional values using the same portion size. The Dutch Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a reference portion for unsalted cashew nuts; the Duyvis pack reviewed lists 30 grams as an average portion.
You want to keep preparation to a minimum, but you know the difference between a pack that’s easy to carry and a bag that contains just one snack portion. The AH cup contains 170 grams; the accompanying 3-pack consists of three individual items of this size, not three small portion packs. (Albert Heijn)
You want to know whether the cashew nuts contain any added oil or flavourings. For example, PLUS lists only cashew nuts for its unroasted variety, while Jumbo also lists sunflower oil for its unsalted variety. (PLUS; Jumbo)
First compare portion sizes and nutritional values on the same basis. Then choose your pack and check the ingredients list.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| A defined snack portion | Check the net weight, the portion size on the label and the kcal per 100 grams. Calculate the amount for your chosen portion using the same weight basis. | If you want to snack on the go without unknowingly eating the whole bag, portioning it out in advance is key. Around 42% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Easy to take with you | Check the weight of each individual pack and how many portions it contains; a multipack doesn’t necessarily contain small portion packs. | If you want to keep preparation to a minimum, check how many snack breaks you can plan with the pack. Around 33% of consumers prioritise being able to take a snack with them with little preparation. |
| Ingredients | Read the ingredients list and check separately whether salt, oil or flavourings have been added. | If you’re looking for a simple ingredients list, the ingredients in the exact variety are what matter. Around 25% of consumers prioritise this above all. |
The 125-gram Duyvis pack reviewed lists 4–5 portions of 30 grams on average. The whole pack therefore isn’t the same as one portion on the label.
Decide in advance how much you want to take with you and check the portion information on the pack.
The AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts 3-pack consists of three individual 170-gram items, not three small snack packs. (Albert Heijn)
Check the weight of each individual item and the contents of the multipack before choosing.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as roasted without added oil. The separate 125-gram Oven roasted variety is salted and contains flavourings. (Duyvis; Albert Heijn)
Check the preparation method, ingredients and salt content separately. A claim about oil says nothing in itself about salt or weight management.
The unsalted Jumbo variety lists sunflower oil; the unroasted PLUS variety lists only cashew nuts. So the product names don’t indicate the same ingredients. (Jumbo; PLUS)
Read the ingredients list for the exact variety and compare nutritional values for the same quantity.
The options reviewed include a 125-gram pack of salted oven-roasted cashews and Cashews Original.
The unsalted cashew nuts reviewed are available in a 170-gram cup, or as a bundle of three individual cups.
The 200-gram pack of Unsalted Cashew Nuts reviewed is intended for portioning out yourself.
The 500-gram unsalted pack reviewed gives you plenty to portion out at home. (Lidl Netherlands)
The 250-gram pack of Trader Joe’s Roasted Unsalted Cashew Nuts reviewed is suitable for portioning out yourself. (ALDI Netherlands)
The options reviewed are unsalted, unroasted cashew nuts and a 200-gram fairtrade variety.
These Joybuy products are worth considering if you want to portion out several snacks yourself. The packs differ in weight, ingredients and preparation method; check the portion information and nutritional values for each variety.
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The 160 g pack is intended for portioning out yourself.
The ingredients list states 100% cashew kernels; the nutritional information lists 604 kcal per 100 g.
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The pack lists 4–5 portions, so you can spread the contents across several snack breaks.
The nutritional information lists 586 kcal and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g. This variety contains salt and flavourings.
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With 150 g, you can decide how much to weigh out for a snack break.
The ingredients list states 98% cashew nuts, sunflower oil and 1% salt.
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The 500 g pack is intended for several occasions, not as one small snack portion.
The ingredients list states 99% cashew nuts and salt; the nutritional information lists 578 kcal per 100 g.
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The 200 g pack is suitable for weighing out an amount to take with you.
The ingredients list states only cashew nuts; the nutritional information lists 596 kcal per 100 g.
No, a portion size on the label isn’t automatically a personal daily recommendation. Albert Heijn lists 25 grams as the portion size for the cashew nuts reviewed; the Duyvis pack reviewed lists 30 grams. The previous Wheel of Five guidelines were replaced on 9 April 2026 by new guidance from the Dutch Nutrition Centre.
Store them in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dry place. The Dutch Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as an example; also follow the storage instructions on the pack. Take only the amount you’ve planned with you when you’re out and about.
EU rules require details including the product name, net quantity, best-before date and allergen information; where applicable, the ingredients, nutritional values and any special storage instructions must also be shown. Allergens must be clearly identified in the ingredients list. (European Union, Your Europe; Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority)
Check the current packaging for both listed allergens and warnings that other allergens may be present. The PLUS variety reviewed warns that it may contain peanuts; according to the product information, the Duyvis Oven roasted variety may also contain wheat and other nuts. (PLUS; Albert Heijn)
On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority issued a warning about 170-gram packs of Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashew Nuts with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to the possible presence of metal fragments. Don’t eat a pack matching these details. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other pack sizes or batches.
