If you want a product with less fat
You want to reduce the fat content of the cashews, so you’re looking for a well-substantiated claim and comparable nutritional values. ‘Unsalted’ or ‘oven-roasted’ alone doesn’t tell you enough.
Who is this guide for?
If you want to keep portions in check
You’d like to serve cashews but decide how much is eaten at each snack break. In that case, the portion size and nutritional values for that amount are what matter.
If you’re shopping thoughtfully for guests
You’re paying attention to pack size, allergen information and storage instructions. If young children will be eating too, also look out for any choking hazard warnings.
What should you look for in cashews?
First decide whether you want less fat per 100 g, smaller portions, or whether you’re mainly concerned about salt, how the cashews are prepared and practical considerations.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it matters to |
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| Fat content and claims | Compare the fat per 100 g and check the precise claim and basis for comparison. The Voedingscentrum defines ‘low fat’ as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g; this is not the same as a definition of ‘less fat’. | If you want less fat in the product itself, look for a well-substantiated comparison rather than just a description of how it’s prepared or how much salt it contains. Around 36% of consumers prioritise reducing fat in the product. |
| Portion size | Weigh out the portion and use the nutritional values on the pack; a suggested serving size is not a limit for every guest. | If your main aim is to eat fewer cashews at each snack break, measuring out a portion helps you decide how much to have. Around 29% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Salt and preparation method | Read both the ingredients list and the salt content. Assess added salt and oil separately from the total fat content. | If you’re mainly concerned about added salt or oil during preparation, these product features will guide your choice. Around 21% of consumers prioritise salt or preparation method. |
| Serving and storage | Check the net weight, storage instructions, allergen information and any product or batch warnings. Look out for choking hazard warnings if young children are eating. | When shopping for guests, choose packaging and storage that suit your group. Warnings only apply to the relevant products, batches or guests. Around 14% of consumers prioritise practical and safe serving. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming unsalted means low fat
For the unsalted varieties checked, Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS product pages still list 48.6 to 50.8 g of fat per 100 g.
Check the total fat per 100 g on the exact pack. Treat ‘unsalted’ as information about salt, not as an indication of lower fat content.
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Confusing no added oil with low total fat
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. This preparation method doesn’t mean that the cashews’ natural fat has been removed.
Assess preparation method, total fat, salt and portion size separately.
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Treating a batch warning as a general judgement
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with a best-before date of 23-09-2026 and possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that identified batch, not to all cashews or the separate 250 g pack.
Do not eat the recalled batch mentioned. Check the product name, pack size, barcode and best-before date together.
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Assuming a current listing guarantees Christmas delivery
A shop listing today doesn’t confirm that the same product will be available around Christmas or delivered in time.
When ordering, check the current sales channel and available delivery date. Lidl’s listing for the unsalted cashews mentioned says this variety is only available in store.
Brands to consider
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as savoury and oven-roasted, without added oil.
- The manufacturer’s description is useful if you’re specifically looking for cashews roasted without added oil.
- This preparation method does not substantiate a claim that the cashews contain less fat.
Albert Heijn
The product page describes 170 g packs of AH Unsalted Cashews and gives serving information for 25 g.
- The product page lists 50 g of fat and 622 kcal per 100 g.
- The unsalted label doesn’t make this variety low in fat; sunflower oil is listed in the ingredients.
Jumbo
Jumbo offers an unsalted cashew variety with published ingredients and nutritional information.
- For the 200 g variety checked, Jumbo lists 48.6 g of fat and 622 kcal per 100 g.
- The ingredients list includes sunflower oil; the unsalted label doesn’t mean the product contains less fat.
Lidl
Lidl lists 500 g packs of unsalted cashews, available in store only.
- The pack size may help you plan quantities for several guests.
- ‘Unsalted’ doesn’t substantiate a claim of lower fat content.
ALDI
ALDI lists a 250 g variety of roasted, unsalted cashews under Trader Joe’s.
- The product listing gives the preparation description and pack size.
- The listing doesn’t substantiate a reduction in fat. Always assess a safety warning against the specific product variety and batch mentioned.
PLUS
PLUS lists 200 g packs of Fairtrade Unsalted Cashews as a roasted, unsalted variety.
- The product page mentions Fairtrade and FLOCERT as certification information.
- PLUS lists 50.8 g of fat and 624 kcal per 100 g and includes sunflower oil in the ingredients; Fairtrade and unsalted labels alone say nothing about whether a product is low in fat.
Cashews at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes cashews with different flavour and preparation descriptions. Check the nutritional values and ingredients on each pack if fat content is a factor in your choice.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
The product name describes cashews with Original Flavour; check the ingredients and nutritional values on the pack if you’re choosing based on fat content.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
The product name indicates dry-roasted cashews; this description alone doesn’t prove a lower fat content. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g on the pack.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
The product name describes a 150 g pack of salted cashews. Check the ingredients and nutrition table to assess the salt and fat content of this variety.
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g’woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
The product name describes 200 g of roasted, unsalted cashews. ‘Unsalted’ doesn’t indicate the fat content; check the nutritional values for this variety.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin, 120 g
The product name describes a 120 g pack of salted cashews with their skins on. Check the nutritional values and ingredients on the pack if you want to compare salt or fat content.
Frequently asked questions
Does oven-roasted without added oil mean cashews contain less fat?
No. This describes the preparation method and, on its own, doesn’t prove a lower fat content. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; compare the nutritional values per 100 g for the exact variety to check the total fat.
How should I store cashews for a Christmas party?
Follow the instructions on the pack of the variety you buy. Jumbo recommends storing the cashews mentioned in a cool, dry, dark place; Albert Heijn recommends sealing the pack securely after use. For Duyvis Oven Roasted, PLUS advises storing an opened bag in a light-proof, airtight container.
What should I check if guests have allergies or there are young children?
Check the allergen information on the label of pre-packed cashews; the NVWA states that this information must appear on the label. Also read any product-specific warnings: Albert Heijn and Jumbo warn that their products mentioned may pose a choking risk to young children.
Which cashews does the 2026 ALDI warning refer to?
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, which may contain metal fragments. Do not eat the identified recalled batch. The warning doesn’t apply to all cashews or automatically to other packs with a different product identity.