If you want to eat less fat during a film night, don’t choose based only on terms such as ‘unsalted’ or ‘no added oil’: compare the fat content per 100 g and decide in advance how much to serve. The cashews reviewed with published fat values are not low-fat products; a smaller portion reduces the amount you eat, not the fat content per 100 g.
You want to consider both the nutritional values per 100 g and the amount you actually serve. Voedingscentrum provides generic nutritional values per portion for unsalted cashews; also check the label on the exact variant.
You choose based on the ingredients and how the nuts are prepared. Unsalted nuts can still contain oil, while nuts roasted without added oil still contain the natural fat in cashews.
You’re looking for a pack that suits the number of people eating, and want to check the allergen information before serving. The NVWA states that allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed products.
If the product’s composition is your priority, start by comparing the fat content per 100 g. If you mainly want to limit the total amount you eat during the film, decide on a portion in advance, then check the ingredients, pack size and allergen information.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content | Compare the fat in grams per 100 g and check the exact variant. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. | If I’m mainly looking for a product with less fat, I compare the nutritional values rather than relying on how it’s described as being prepared. Around 33% of consumers prioritise fat content itself. |
| Portion | Decide how many grams to serve and use the nutritional values for the pack you’ve chosen. Voedingscentrum gives 25 g as a handful of unsalted cashews; this is a generic portion, not a label value for every brand. | If I want to limit the total amount I eat during the film, I weigh out a portion beforehand rather than eating from the pack. Around 33% of consumers put portion control first. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Check whether oil and salt are listed in the ingredients, and read the preparation details for the exact variant. | If I’m mainly choosing based on added salt, oil or the preparation method, I check the ingredients list for the variant I’m buying. Around 17% of consumers consider this their main priority. |
| Sharing and storage | Check the net weight, allergen information and storage instructions; seal any leftovers well and keep them somewhere dry. | For a film night with several people, I check the allergen information in advance and divide the pack into portions. Around 17% of consumers prioritise sharing and storage. |
These terms describe the salt content or preparation method; they don’t automatically tell you how much fat the product contains. The AH and Jumbo variants reviewed are unsalted, but their ingredients lists include sunflower oil.
Compare the fat per 100 g and read the ingredients on the exact pack before making your choice.
A pack may contain several portions. For a generic 25 g handful of unsalted cashews, Voedingscentrum lists 154 kcal and 12.2 g of fat; for a branded product, use its own nutrition table.
Weigh out the amount you’re going to serve in advance, then seal the rest of the pack securely.
Ingredients and flavourings can vary between variants. The ingredients list for Duyvis Cashews Original is not the same as the one for Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt, which lists sunflower oil.
Compare the full variant name and ingredients list; don’t rely on the brand or preparation description alone.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as savoury-seasoned and oven-roasted without added oil.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts 170 g are a baked variant for anyone mainly looking to avoid added salt.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g are an unsalted variant in a larger pack.
The Dutch product page lists unsalted cashews, for anyone keeping an eye on salt.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Roasted Unsalted Cashews 250 g.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts 200 g suit anyone looking for unroasted nuts with no added salt or oil as an ingredient.
A Joybuy pick of dry-roasted cashews for anyone who wants to choose based on how they’re prepared.
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A good choice if you’re looking for dry-roasted cashews; the product information describes a preparation method that uses no added oil.
The product name indicates a 125 g pack. Check the ingredients and nutrition table for the exact variant; dry-roasting doesn’t automatically make cashews low in fat.
No. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for a ‘low fat’ claim. A smaller portion changes the amount you eat, not the fat content per 100 g.
No. The ingredients lists for AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts 170 g and Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g include sunflower oil. So check both the salt content and the ingredients for the exact variant.
Weigh out the amount you want to serve and use the nutritional values for the product you’ve chosen. Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a generic handful of unsalted cashews; this isn’t a portion recommendation for everyone, and it doesn’t replace the label on a branded product.
Read the allergen information on the pack before serving. PLUS, for example, lists cashews and possible traces of peanuts; always check the information on the specific pack.
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of TRADER JOE'S unsalted cashews, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning reported possible metal fragments and advised people not to eat that batch. It does not automatically apply to other batches or pack sizes.
