For a late-evening snack, it helps to decide on your portion first, then compare the nutritional values per 100 g and for the same-sized portion. PLUS, Duyvis, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 598–622 kcal per 100 g for the varieties compared, equivalent to 149.5–155.5 kcal per 25 g. For a ‘low calorie’ claim, the European Commission sets a limit of 40 kcal per 100 g for solid foods. You can also choose based on whether you prefer unsalted or savoury snacks, and on how easy the amount is to measure out.
You want to know how much energy the amount of cashews you eat in the evening provides. So compare the same portion size and consider your overall diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashews.
You’re looking for cashews with no added salt, and also want to know whether they’re unroasted or prepared with oil. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, unsalted nuts are included in the Wheel of Five; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean that no oil has been added.
You want to be able to grab a portion without weighing it each time. Lidl lists a Way To Go! Unsalted Cashews multipack with 25 g bags.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the values for the same portion size: PLUS, Duyvis, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 598–622 kcal per 100 g, or 149.5–155.5 kcal per 25 g. | If you want to eat a measured amount in the evening, check the weight you actually take rather than looking only at the packaging; around 31% of consumers prioritise energy content when comparing equal portions. |
| Unsalted and ingredients | Check both the ingredients list and the salt per 100 g: PLUS lists cashews only, while AH and Jumbo also list sunflower oil. The salt values are 0.07 g, 0 g and 0.02 g per 100 g respectively. | If you’re looking for unsalted nuts and want to know what else they contain, check both parts of the label; around 19% of consumers prioritise the ingredients. |
| Portion convenience | Check the weight of each individual bag: Lidl lists Way To Go! Unsalted Cashews as a multipack of 3 × 25 g. | If you don’t want to weigh them each time and like having a set amount in each bag, around 25% of consumers prefer pre-portioned snacks. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the exact variety and its salt content. Duyvis says its Cashews Original are oven-roasted without added oil; the manufacturer lists 1.5 g of salt per 100 g. | If you’re mainly looking for a savoury flavour, weigh up that preference against the salt content rather than assuming the product is lower in energy; around 13% of consumers choose mainly by flavour variety. |
| Pack size and storage | Lidl lists unsalted cashews in a 500 g pack, while ALDI lists a 250 g roasted unsalted variety. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. | If you eat cashews regularly, you’ll want to choose a pack you can store properly and finish; around 12% of consumers prioritise a suitable pack size for storing at home. |
For a ‘low calorie’ claim, solid foods must contain no more than 40 kcal per 100 g. A smaller portion doesn’t change the energy value per 100 g; the cashew varieties compared are well above this limit. The European Commission sets out this threshold for nutrition claims.
Compare the values per 100 g, then work out how much energy your weighed portion provides. Don’t describe a smaller portion as ‘low calorie’.
The ingredients lists for the unsalted AH and Jumbo cashews mentioned include sunflower oil. Salt content and preparation method are separate characteristics.
Read the ingredients list alongside the nutrition table, and assess salt and energy content separately.
Nuts can go rancid, soft or mouldy. A larger pack is only a good choice if you can seal and store the contents properly after opening.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. Don’t eat nuts that are mouldy or rancid.
On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) issued a warning about ALDI’s Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews in a 170 g pack, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23 September 2026, due to possible metal fragments. The date has now passed, but that doesn’t invalidate the warning for this specific pack.
Do not eat this specific pack. Don’t apply the warning to other packs or the entire ALDI range without evidence.
Cashews Original is a savoury, oven-roasted cashew variety in a 125 g pack.
AH Unsalted Cashews come in a 170 g tub and contain extra-large roasted cashews.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashews come in a 200 g pack and contain sunflower oil.
The Dutch product listings include 500 g packs of unsalted cashews and Way To Go! in a multipack of 3 × 25 g.
The Dutch product listings include 250 g packs of Trader Joe’s roasted unsalted cashews and 170 g packs of unsalted cashews.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashews come in a 200 g pack.
These Joybuy products are cashews ready to eat. The varieties differ in how they’re prepared, their salt content and pack size, so always compare the label for the exact variety.
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The product information lists 100% cashew kernels as the ingredient.
Energy: 604 kcal per 100 g.
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This variety is a good fit if you’re looking for dry-roasted cashews with no added oil.
Energy: 586 kcal per 100 g. Salt: 0.92 g per 100 g.
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This salted variety is a good fit if you’re looking for cashews with salt and sunflower oil.
The product information lists 98% cashews, sunflower oil and 1.0% salt. Energy: 2555 kJ per 100 g.
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The product information describes these cashews as suitable for eating as a snack straight from the pack.
Energy: 578 kcal per 100 g. Salt: 1.2 g per 100 g.
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This roasted variety is a good fit if you’re looking for cashews with no added salt.
Energy: 596 kcal per 100 g. Salt: 0.067 g per 100 g.
No. The four varieties compared from PLUS, Duyvis, Albert Heijn and Jumbo provide 598–622 kcal per 100 g, so they don’t meet the threshold for a low-calorie claim. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a limit of 40 kcal per 100 g for this claim. Separate conditions apply to claims about reduced energy, including at least 30% less energy than comparable products and a statement explaining what causes the difference.
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, there’s no clear evidence that eating after 8 pm in itself leads to faster weight gain; there isn’t enough controlled research to confirm this. When choosing what to eat, focus on the amount and your overall diet, without assuming that the time of day has a specific effect.
Store cashews in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s cashew storage guide, the recommended storage period for an opened pack is six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer. Follow the advice on the packaging too, and don’t eat nuts that are mouldy or rancid.
Check the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack before eating the cashews. The NVWA says that relevant allergens must be clearly identified on the label; don’t assume that ‘unsalted’ or ‘no added oil’ tells you anything about allergens.
No. According to the RIVM, Nutri-Score gives an overall assessment of a product’s composition within its product group. To compare the energy content of cashews, check the kcal per 100 g and the weight of your portion separately.
