If you want to keep the calories from cashews in check, compare the energy per 100 grams and weigh the portion you serve. Flink’s Dutch product page lists Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts at 604 kcal per 100 grams. That works out to 90,6 kcal for 15 grams and 151 kcal for 25 grams. Choosing unsalted, unroasted or roasted cashews does not, by itself, mean they contain fewer calories; choose based on your preferences for salt and flavour.
You want to buy cashews for Father’s Day and keep an eye on the calories in the portion you actually serve. A nutrition table and a weighed portion give you more concrete information than a general term such as ‘light’. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides information about nutrition claims and portions.
You’re looking for a snack that suits your preference for unsalted nuts. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five; compare the salt content separately from the energy value on the packaging.
You want to match the recipient’s preference for unroasted, roasted or savoury cashews. If you’re giving cashews as a gift, also check the allergen information on the packaging, as required by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority.
First compare the energy value of the exact variant and decide how much you want to serve. Then choose the salt content and preparation method to suit your taste.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it matters to |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 grams and weigh your portion in grams; check that the nutrition information applies to that exact variant. | If you want to match the amount of cashews you eat to your calorie needs, both the label and the weight of your portion matter. Around 36% of consumers say portion control is their main priority when making this choice. |
| Unsalted variant | Check the product name, ingredients and salt content on the exact pack. | If you want to choose unsalted nuts, a clear variant name makes it easier to assess the salt content separately from the calories. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check whether the packaging says unroasted, roasted or salted; these descriptions are not interchangeable. | If you’re mainly looking for a variant that suits the recipient’s taste, take that preference into account alongside the nutrition information. Around 21% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation method. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, plan how much to serve at each occasion and follow the storage instructions on the label. | If you want to divide a gift between several occasions, choose a pack that suits your needs and has clear storage advice. Around 14% of consumers prioritise practical packaging, portioning and storage. |
Serving fewer grams reduces the calculated energy in that portion, but it does not change the nutrition value per 100 grams. For the Duyvis salted variant reviewed, Flink lists 604 kcal per 100 grams.
Calculate the energy for the amount you’ve weighed and keep that calculation separate from any claim about the product. The European Union and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre emphasise that nutrition claims must not be misleading.
‘Unsalted’ describes the salt content. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; this is the manufacturer’s description of that variant, not proof that it contains fewer calories, and it does not automatically apply to other Duyvis variants.
Compare energy, salt and preparation separately using the information on the exact pack.
The net weight of a bag is the amount you buy, not necessarily the amount to eat in one sitting. A larger pack calls for more planning around portioning and storage.
Decide in advance how much you want to serve, then follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the rest.
On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority issued a warning about possible metal fragments in Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 grams, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning applies to the pack described, not automatically to other weights or batches.
Do not eat a pack that matches the product details listed. Check the brand, weight, barcode and best-before date before applying the warning to a product.
Relevant product ranges include several cashew variants; always check the exact product name and packaging.
The AH own-brand range includes unsalted cashews for anyone looking for that option.
Jumbo lists unsalted and unroasted cashew variants in different pack sizes.
Lidl lists a Dutch product variant of unsalted cashews.
Under the TRADER JOE’S name, ALDI lists, among other products, roasted unsalted cashews in a 250-gram pack.
PLUS lists, among other options, unsalted, unroasted and separate Fairtrade cashew products.
This selection includes variants described as roasted, unsalted or salted. Compare the product name and packaging with your preferences; always check the label on the exact variant for nutrition and allergen information.
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A good choice if you’re looking for dry-roasted cashews.
In addition to cashews, this variant lists gluten, wheat and peanuts; check the packaging for allergen information relevant to the recipient.
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An option if you’re looking for the Original Flavour variant.
Contains cashews; check the packaging for allergen information relevant to the recipient.
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A good choice if you want a salted cashew variant.
The listed ingredients are sunflower oil and salt; also check the allergen information on the packaging.
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A good choice if you prefer roasted, unsalted cashews.
Contains cashews; check the packaging for allergen information relevant to the recipient.
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A good choice if you’re looking for a salted variant with the skin on.
Contains cashews; check the packaging for allergen information relevant to the recipient.
Multiply the kcal per 100 grams shown on the label by the weight of your portion in grams, then divide by 100. Flink lists 604 kcal per 100 grams for Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashew Nuts; 15 grams therefore works out at 90,6 kcal. This is a calculation example, not a recommended portion size.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as the amount in one handful of unsalted nuts; this is not a legal limit. The figure of 164 kcal is a general nutrition value for unsalted nuts, not a value that applies to every cashew variant.
Check the allergen information on the packaging and make sure the recipient can eat the product. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says allergens must be clearly shown on the label; check the current label, as product information can change.
A smaller portion, by itself, does not provide grounds for making a nutrition claim about the product. The European Union and the Netherlands Nutrition Centre state that nutrition claims must not be inaccurate, ambiguous or misleading. So describe the calculated energy in the portion without automatically turning it into a claim about the product.
Do not eat the pack if it is a 170-gram pack of unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns possible metal fragments; it does not automatically apply to other weights or batches.
