The labels for the checked unsalted cashews from Jumbo, Albert Heijn and PLUS show around 4.6–5.4 g of protein per calculated 25 g serving; the exact amount varies by product and pack. Also consider the ingredients, salt content and how much you actually eat. Cashews can contribute to your diet, but they are not a proven recovery food in their own right.
If you want to know how a snack portion contributes to your overall diet, compare the label value with the amount you eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre distinguishes between recreational and intensive sportspeople, and notes that everyday foods can often provide enough protein.
Compare the ingredients, salt and allergen information on the pack for the exact product variant. The products checked differ in whether they contain sunflower oil, for example; the labels from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS offer specific examples.
Choose a pack that suits how you use it and that you can store properly once opened. The packs checked range from 170 to 500 g. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts somewhere cool, dark and dry.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Which consumers it suits |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per snack portion | Compare the protein per 100 g on the label and work out how much that is for your own portion. Also factor in the energy per portion. | If I track my protein intake, I want to know what my usual portion adds. Around 36% of consumers say protein content is their top priority when choosing. |
| Ingredients and salt | Compare the ingredients and salt on the pack for the exact product variant. If you have an allergy, also check for warnings about the possible presence of allergens. | When I want an unsalted option, I also check which ingredients have been added. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted snack with ingredients that suit them. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and storage instructions. Consider portioning the nuts out and whether you have space to seal an opened pack properly. | If I’m stocking up, I want to choose an amount that suits how I use it and is easy to store. Around 21% of consumers say pack size and storage are their top priority. |
| Flavour and preparation method | Check whether the cashews are unroasted, baked or roasted, and read the nutrition table for that specific flavour. | If flavour matters most to me, I choose the variant I want and check the salt on the label. Around 14% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation method. |
Jumbo’s 200 g pack lists 21.5 g of protein per 100 g. A calculated 25 g portion therefore contains 5.375 g of protein and 155.5 kcal. These are values calculated from the label, not a recommended portion size.
Work out the protein and energy for the amount you actually eat, and always compare the same product variant.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. For this variant, the manufacturer lists 49 g of fat and 1.5 g of salt per 100 g.
Use the preparation description to compare how the cashews are made, and the nutrition table to check their fat and salt content.
A bulk pack needs to be portioned out and stored carefully. Poor storage can affect the quality and lead to food waste.
Choose an amount that suits how you use it, and store opened nuts in a tightly sealed container somewhere cool, dark and dry. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that a rancid, tough or mouldy appearance can be a sign of poor quality or spoilage.
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA issued a warning about ALDI’s Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews in a 170 g pack, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning concerns possible metal fragments and applies to that specific pack.
If you still have a pack, check the brand, weight, barcode and best-before date against the warning. Do not eat the affected product.
The manufacturer describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; Sea Salt is a separate variant.
The AH Unsalted Cashews checked are baked cashews in a 170 g pack.
The unsalted variants checked are available in 200 g and 500 g packs.
The unsalted, unroasted cashews checked come in a 200 g pack.
Lidl Netherlands describes its product as unsalted cashews.
The product range listed is Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
These Joybuy products are cashews in a range of flavours and pack sizes. Compare the information for the exact variant with your preferred portion size and storage method.
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If you want to compare protein content, base your choice on the label value per 100 g and the portion you eat.
The product name lists a 160 g pack; check the nutritional information for this exact variant.
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This roasted variant is worth considering if the preparation method is part of your decision.
The product name lists 125 g. The available allergen information mentions peanuts, gluten and wheat as well as cashews; check the pack if this is relevant to you.
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This variant is worth comparing if you’re specifically looking for salted cashews.
The product name lists a 150 g pack. Check the salt and protein content for this exact variant.
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An option to compare if you’re looking for a roasted, unsalted variant.
The product name lists 200 g. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g with the portion you eat.
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This larger pack may suit you if you want to keep a supply on hand and can store the nuts properly.
The product name lists 500 g and 180 grade. Check the protein and salt values on the information for this exact pack.
Rounded to one decimal place, the labels show that 25 g provides around 5.4 g of protein for Jumbo 200 g, 5.3 g for Jumbo 500 g, 4.8 g for Albert Heijn and 4.6 g for PLUS. These figures are calculated from the protein values per 100 g on the labels for those variants; other packs may differ.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, recreational sportspeople don’t need special protein bars or shakes. A varied, everyday diet can provide enough protein. Cashews can contribute, but they are not a proven recovery food in their own right.
Store opened nuts in a tightly sealed container somewhere cool, dark and dry. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s general guidance says opened unsalted cashews can be kept in a kitchen cupboard for six months. Also follow the instructions on the pack and watch out for changes in quality.
Cashews contain cashew; if you have an allergy, also check the warnings on the exact pack for the possible presence of other allergens. The products checked have different allergen information, including warnings about peanuts.
Do not eat the specific pack if it is Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns possible metal fragments and applies to that pack.
