Lighter snacking
You want to serve cashews at the buffet, but are keeping an eye on total fat per 100 g and the energy content of the amount you serve. The preparation method alone won’t tell you that.
Who is this guide for?
Without added salt or oil
You want to choose your own flavourings, so you check the salt and oil listed on the packaging separately. Product information from AH and Jumbo shows that unsalted cashews can contain sunflower oil; a savoury oven-baked variant, on the other hand, may contain salt.
A buffet for a range of guests
You check allergen information and warnings for young children, and choose the packaging and serving style to suit your guests. Duyvis, Jumbo and PLUS provide product-specific information on this.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with your main priority: less total fat, a defined portion, or control over salt and oil. Also check that the packaging and serving method suit your guests and the amount you need for the buffet.
A demonstrably low-fat option
Choose this option if: total fat is your main concern and the nutritional information for the exact variant meets your goal.
Bear in mind: for solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim. This is not the same as comparing one variant with another.
Unroasted and unsalted
Choose this option if: you want to decide on the flavourings yourself; PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand lists cashews as its ingredient.
Bear in mind: the 200 g PLUS pack lists 46.5 g of fat per 100 g, so unroasted and unsalted does not mean low in fat. This is product information from PLUS.
Baked and unsalted
Choose this option if: you want to avoid added salt but don’t need to avoid sunflower oil.
Bear in mind: AH lists sunflower oil and 50 g of fat per 100 g for its 100 g pack; Jumbo lists sunflower oil and 48.6 g of fat per 100 g for its 200 g pack.
Oven-baked without added oil
Choose this option if: avoiding added oil matters more to you than having an unsalted flavour.
Bear in mind: Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-baked without added oil, but also lists salt and possible traces of wheat, peanuts and other nuts. This is not evidence of a low-fat variant.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
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| Total fat | Compare the nutritional values per 100 g for the exact variant, and assess any low-fat claim separately from the preparation method. | If I really want to reduce my total fat intake, I compare the exact pack rather than relying only on words such as ‘unsalted’. Around 31% of consumers prioritise a demonstrably lower total fat content. |
| Portion and energy | Check the energy content of the amount you actually serve; a smaller portion does not change the fat content per 100 g. | If I want to limit how much I eat at the buffet, I pay attention to how much I serve myself, not just the stated portion size. Around 25% of consumers give portion size and energy content top priority. |
| Salt and oil | Check the ingredients for oil and salt, and look at the nutritional values separately. | If I want to choose the flavour myself, I want to know whether oil or salt has already been added. Around 19% of consumers prioritise having that choice. |
| Suitable for your guests | Check the allergen information and warnings on the exact pack, and consider how you’ll serve the cashews. | When I’m shopping for a range of guests, I check the allergens and warnings for young children before serving the nuts. Around 13% of consumers prioritise suitability for their guests. |
| Pack size | Compare the net weight with the amount you want to open, and follow the storage instructions on the pack. | For a single buffet, I want to serve enough without opening more than I can use and store. Around 12% of consumers prioritise pack size and minimising leftovers. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming unsalted or no added oil means low in fat
AH lists 50 g of fat per 100 g for its 100 g pack, Jumbo lists 48.6 g for its 200 g pack, and PLUS lists 46.5 g for its 200 g pack. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim. The preparation method and salt content therefore answer a different question.
Compare the total fat per 100 g for the exact variant, and also check the ingredients list and any claim being made.
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Confusing a smaller portion with a different composition
Nutritional values per 100 g describe the composition, while the energy content of your portion depends on how much you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 154 kcal for a 25 g handful of generic unsalted cashews; AH lists a 25 g portion on its 100 g pack.
Compare products per 100 g, then decide how much you want to serve.
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Assuming a simple ingredients list guarantees suitability for every guest
PLUS lists possible traces of peanuts. Duyvis lists possible traces of wheat, peanuts and various nuts. Jumbo product information warns that young children can choke on nuts.
Check the allergen information and warnings on the exact pack, and choose a serving style to suit your guests.
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Opening more than you need for the buffet
Net weight and how well a product keeps are separate considerations: a larger pack is only practical if you use the contents or store them as instructed on the packaging.
Plan how much you want to serve, seal any opened pack properly and follow the storage instructions for your chosen variant.
Brands and variants for reference
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as a savoury, oven-baked variant made without added oil.
- Duyvis product information states that the cashews are oven-baked without added oil and come in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis lists salt and possible traces of wheat, peanuts and various nuts; no added oil does not mean low in fat.
Albert Heijn
AH Ongezouten cashewnoten, 100 g, is an option if avoiding added salt is important to you.
- AH product information lists 0 g of salt per 100 g for this pack.
- The ingredients list includes sunflower oil and the nutritional table lists 50 g of fat per 100 g; ‘unsalted’ is not a low-fat claim.
Jumbo
Jumbo Cashewnoten Ongezouten, 200 g, suits a buffet where avoiding added salt is the main priority.
- Jumbo lists 99% cashews and 0.02 g of salt per 100 g.
- The ingredients list includes sunflower oil and the nutritional table lists 48.6 g of fat per 100 g. This product information does not make it a low-fat variant.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists unsalted cashews in a 500 g pack, available in store only.
- The net weight gives you a useful starting point when planning how much you’ll need for the buffet.
- Being unsalted says nothing in itself about total fat; check the information on the pack you buy.
ALDI
ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s roasted and unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
- The product description makes it easy to identify the combination of roasted and unsalted, if those are the qualities you’re looking for.
- These preparation and salt characteristics are not evidence of lower total fat; check the information on the exact pack.
PLUS
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand, 200 g, is a simple base if you want to add your own flavourings.
- PLUS lists cashews as the ingredient and 0.07 g of salt per 100 g.
- The nutritional table lists 46.5 g of fat per 100 g, and the product information notes possible traces of peanuts; this is not a low-fat variant.
Cashews at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are cashews for snacking or serving at a buffet. The product information provided does not support choosing a reduced-fat option; compare the nutritional values for the exact variant with your own shopping priorities.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
The product information suggests eating them as they are, or adding them to yoghurt, muesli, baking or desserts.
The ingredients are listed as 100% cashew kernels; the stated nutritional values are 47.7 g of fat and 604 kcal per 100 g.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
The product information describes cashews roasted without added fat or oil, for anyone who is primarily looking for this preparation method.
The stated nutritional values are 43 g of fat and 586 kcal per 100 g. The product information lists salt and possible traces of gluten, wheat, peanuts and other nuts.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
The product information describes roasted cashews with salt, for anyone looking for a savoury snack.
The ingredients list sunflower oil and salt; the stated nutritional values are 48 g of fat and 1.0 g of salt per 100 g.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
The product name identifies roasted, unsalted cashews for anyone wanting to avoid added salt.
The ingredients list cashews; the stated nutritional values are 46.67 g of fat, 596 kcal and 0.067 g of salt per 100 g.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The product information suggests snacking, sharing, or using them in baking or cooking.
The ingredients list cashew kernels and salt; the stated nutritional values are 60.1 g of fat and 1.2 g of salt per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
When can a solid food be called low in fat?
For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim. This is a threshold for using the claim, not a comparison with another nut or a smaller portion. Check the nutritional information for the exact variant.
Are unsalted cashews also free from added oil?
No, not necessarily. AH and Jumbo product information lists sunflower oil in the ingredients of the unsalted variants mentioned. Check the ingredients on the pack you buy.
How much energy is in a handful of unsalted cashews?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 154 kcal for a 25 g handful of generic unsalted cashews. For your buffet, the values for the exact variant and the amount you serve are what matter.
What should I check for allergens when serving cashews at a buffet?
Check the allergen information on the exact pack and make it clear which buffet item contains cashews. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, businesses offering food to consumers must provide information about allergens present; this business requirement does not establish which obligations apply to a private buffet.
Which cashews were covered by the ALDI warning?
On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority warned consumers about 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23 September 2026. Do not eat this specific batch. The warning applies to that pack and batch, not automatically to all ALDI cashews.