First decide how many cashews you want to take for each snack break: a multipack isn’t necessarily a set of individual portions, and a bag doesn’t automatically count as one portion. Then compare the flavour, ingredients and allergen information for the exact variant. If you’re giving cashews to children, make sure they sit still while eating and stay nearby.
If you want to prepare a set amount for each snack break in advance, check the pack size and the number of portions stated on the label. A term such as grab bag or 3-pack doesn’t tell you how much you’ll be taking each time.
Compare the ingredients and salt content of the specific variant. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean free from added oil: for example, Jumbo’s 200 g unsalted variant contains sunflower oil.
Check the allergen information for the flavour variant you’ve chosen. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises that children should sit still while eating and that an adult should stay nearby.
First decide how much you need for each snack break. Then compare the ingredients and choose a pack that suits the people you’ll be sharing the nuts with.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this for? |
|---|---|---|
| Amount per snack break | Compare the size of each item with the total pack size and the number of portions stated on the label. An AH unsalted 3-pack contains three 170 g items; the 150 g AH Sourcream variant lists six 25 g portions. | If you want to prepare an amount for each day out in advance, check the pack size and the portions stated on the label. Around 40% of shoppers prioritise portion convenience. |
| Unsalted or savoury | Read the ingredients and compare the salt content on the same basis, for example per 100 g. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean oil-free. | If you’re looking for an unsalted variant, you’ll also want to know what else has been added. Around 30% of shoppers prioritise ingredients. |
| Sharing a snack | Check the allergen information for the exact flavour variant. For children, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises sitting still while eating and having an adult supervise them. | If you’re sharing the snack with others, you’ll want to take allergens and the situation in which children eat into account. Around 20% of shoppers prioritise sharing safely. |
| Flavour variant | Check the exact variant and the ingredients in the flavour coating; a description of how it’s made won’t tell you whether you’ll enjoy the taste. | If you’re mainly looking for a particular flavour, compare the flavour name and ingredients before choosing a pack. Around 10% of shoppers let flavour guide their choice first. |
A multipack may contain standard packs, while another product may state the number of portions on the label. So the number of items in a pack isn’t the same as the number of portions you want to take with you.
Check both the total pack size and the size of each item, then plan your portions.
A bundle of standard packs can leave you with extra stock to store in an airtight container after your days out.
Jumbo’s unsalted cashews contain sunflower oil. The AH Sourcream variant contains milk and lactose, despite being labelled unsalted.
For the exact variant, read both the ingredients list and the allergen information. Don’t let one label replace the other checks.
The packs reviewed range from 125 gr for Duyvis Oven Roasted Gezouten Cashews to 250 g for Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted cashews at ALDI.
Check the net weight and think about how much you want to take for each snack break. Remember to consider how you’ll store the rest, too.
An option if you’re looking for salted, savoury cashews.
Own-brand options for stocking up or enjoying a seasoned flavour, with different pack formats.
A 200 g unsalted own-brand option that you can portion yourself.
Way To Go cashews for shoppers who also take Lidl’s description of the supply chain into account.
The retailer lists 250 g packs of Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted cashews.
A 200 g unsalted Fairtrade own-brand option that you can portion yourself.
These Joybuy picks include a range of cashew options for taking on the go, from salted packs ready to take with you to an unsalted variety you can portion yourself. Check the variant, pack size and allergen information before choosing.
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The 125 g pack is an option if you want to take a salted cashew variety with you; the pack size isn’t the same as a portion per person.
The product description mentions sea salt. Check the allergen information for this variant, including the listed cereals containing gluten, wheat and peanuts.
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This 120 g pack of salted cashews is an option if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat snack; bear in mind how much you want for each snack break.
The product description lists cashews with their skins and salt as ingredients, and says the pack is sealed.
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This 160 g pack could suit you if you want to take cashews with you and portion them yourself.
The product description lists cashew kernels as an ingredient and describes the nuts as ready to eat.
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This 150 g salted variant is an option if you’re looking for a savoury flavour and want to decide how much to take for each snack break.
The product information lists 98% cashews, 1% salt and sunflower oil. The pack can be resealed after opening.
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This 200 g pack of roasted unsalted cashews is ideal for measuring out the amount you want for a snack break.
The ingredients information lists cashew nuts. Seal the pack tightly after opening.
No, not necessarily. The AH Sourcream variant lists 25 g as a serving and six servings in a 150 g pack. Use this information to plan quantities, not as personal nutrition advice.
Store opened nuts in a dry place in a tightly sealed container. For opened unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s Storage Guide recommends keeping them in a kitchen cupboard for six months; also follow the label for the variant you’ve chosen.
Don’t treat this as standard advice. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises that children sit still while eating and that you stay nearby; a snack pack doesn’t remove the risk of choking on whole nuts.
Check the ingredients list and allergen information for the exact variant. The NVWA lists 14 allergens that must be declared; seasonings or flavourings may contain other allergens in addition to cashews.
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA issued a warning about Trader Joe’s 170 g unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat this specific batch. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or batches.
