Choose based on the price per kilogram, how much you expect to use and the exact flavour, rather than relying on labels such as ‘value’ or ‘XXL’. For regular use, an unsalted variety may fit the advice from the Netherlands Nutrition Centre; always check the allergen information on the label too.
You often put cashews on the table for afternoon coffee and want to have enough in the cupboard without buying more than you need. Compare the net weight and price per kilogram with what your household actually gets through.
You’re mainly looking for an unsalted option to enjoy with your coffee. Check the product name, the description of how the cashews are prepared and the label. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts among the choices in its Wheel of Five guidelines.
You eat cashews less often or are specifically looking for a savoury roasted variety. A smaller pack may suit the way you use them better. A manufacturer’s flavour description is not an independent taste assessment.
First decide which variety you want and how much you’re likely to use. Then compare the price per kilogram and the amount you’ll be keeping in stock.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Price per kilogram | Compare the net weight and price per kilogram. Don’t assume that ‘value’ or ‘XXL’ means a bag is the cheapest option. | If I mainly want to know what I’m paying per kilo, I compare the unit price rather than just the price of the whole bag. Around 33% of consumers prioritise the price per kilogram. |
| Variety and preparation | Read the full variety name and the label. Unsalted, unroasted and made without added oil don’t mean the same thing. | If I’m looking for an unsalted variety for regular use, I don’t want to rely only on terms such as ‘roasted’ or ‘made without added oil’. Around 27% of consumers prioritise their preferred variety or preparation method. |
| How much to keep in stock | Choose a weight that suits the number of people sharing and how often you serve cashews. Follow the storage instructions on the pack. | If I don’t share cashews often, I want to avoid buying more than I’ll use. Around 20% of consumers prioritise buying an appropriate amount and minimising waste. |
| Flavour for your coffee break | Check the full product name and flavour, even when you’re looking at a large pack. | If I’m mainly after a savoury, roasted flavour, I want to make sure it suits my coffee break before choosing a pack. Around 13% of consumers prioritise their preferred flavour. |
| Fairtrade label | Check that the label appears on the specific product. Don’t assume it applies to every variety sold by a retailer. | If a Fairtrade label is essential for me, I check for it on the pack I’ve chosen. Around 7% of consumers prioritise this product feature. |
A larger pack contains more, but it isn’t automatically cheaper per kilogram. On 12 October 2026, ALDI listed roasted, unsalted cashews at €10,60 per kilogram for 250 g and €10,78 per kilogram on its 500 g page, which lists both salted and unsalted varieties.
Compare the price per kilogram and check which variety you’re actually buying.
Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; the Oven Roasted variety listed by Jumbo is salted. These descriptions refer to different product features.
Read both the variety name and the ingredients label. Don’t assume one feature means the other.
A large pack is only suitable if you’ll use what’s in it and store it according to the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises buying what you need and storing food appropriately.
Work out roughly how much you use during your own coffee breaks, then follow the storage instructions for the variety you choose.
The Central Bureau of Food Trade’s 2030 target does not prove that every own-brand product you buy now is already sustainably certified.
Check the label on the specific product, and consider its contents and variety too.
These examples can help you compare product ranges and varieties from the brands reviewed. A listing alone says nothing about availability or whether a product is right for everyone.
Cashews Original is described as a savoury, oven-roasted variety; the manufacturer lists a 125 g pack.
AH Terra is sold as a range that includes unroasted cashews. Albert Heijn lists a 500 g pack in its Dutch category overview.
The range includes, among other options, a 500 g value pack of unsalted cashews and a smaller unsalted pack.
Lidl lists Alesto and describes Way To Go cashews as Fairtrade.
According to its product page, the Trader Joe’s range includes 250 g packs of roasted, unsalted cashews and a 500 g page featuring salted and unsalted varieties.
PLUS lists a 200 g pack of salted Fairtrade cashews.
Cashew options at Joybuy, with different pack sizes and product descriptions to help you choose what suits your needs.
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The 500 g pack is suited to sharing regularly; the product description mentions cashews with purple skin and salt.
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The product description lists 500 g for sharing with family and states that it contains 2% salt; check the label on the pack you choose.
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The pack lists 500 g; the product description mentions cashews with purple skin and salt.
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The smaller pack may suit you if you want to keep less in stock; the product description lists cashew kernels as the only ingredient.
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The smaller pack is an option if you’re looking for a limited amount of roasted cashews. The product description lists sea salt and also mentions gluten, wheat and peanuts; check the latest allergen information on the pack.
Divide the net weight by the amount each person actually takes. As an example, 500 g provides twenty portions of 25 g, while 250 g provides ten. If you’re sharing with one other person, you’ll use two portions at each coffee break. This is a way to plan your supplies, not personal dietary advice.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack for your variety. The 130 g Jumbo pack checked says to store it in a cool, dry and dark place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancidity, a chewy texture and mould as signs to look out for in mixed unsalted nuts; this general information doesn’t guarantee that every cashew variety will keep for the same amount of time.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA), allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods. Also read any warnings about the possible unintended presence of other allergens. Since 1 January 2026, Dutch precautionary allergen labelling rules have applied; the label does not prove that an individual product is suitable for your allergy.
No. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to the possible presence of metal fragments. Do not eat this specific pack. The warning does not automatically apply to all 250 g or 500 g packs.
Bear in mind the warning on the Jumbo pack that was checked: young children may choke on nuts. Take this warning into account when young children are eating with you; it relates to that specific situation.
