For a mindful terrace snack, start with a weighed portion, then compare the energy per 100 g; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean lower in calories. The labels checked for PLUS, Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 598 to 622 kcal per 100 g, while the figures for a salted Duyvis variety differ. The European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal per 100 g for a ‘low energy’ claim on solid foods, so a smaller portion is a more realistic starting point than promising that cashews are low in calories.
You want to decide in advance how many cashews to have with a drink. Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and weigh your portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashews; this is general nutritional information, not a product-specific value.
You’re looking for cashews with no added salt and want to distinguish between unroasted nuts and those roasted in oil. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in its Wheel of Five healthy eating guidelines; this does not in itself mean a product is low in calories.
You prefer a savoury, roasted snack and may be happy to have added salt. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; this preparation claim comes from the manufacturer and is neither an independent taste test nor proof of a calorie advantage.
First decide what matters most for your drinks occasion: the energy in your portion, no added salt, a particular preparation method or packaging that’s easy to divide into portions.
| Consideration | What to look for | Who might find this especially important? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the portion you plan to eat. | If I want to estimate the energy in my snack, I compare the same quantity and weigh it beforehand; around 42% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| No added salt | Check both the ingredients and the salt content on the packaging. | When I want to avoid added salt, I check the ingredients rather than relying only on the front of the pack; around 25% of consumers have this priority. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the nuts are unroasted, roasted in oil or oven-roasted, and whether a flavour mix has been added. | If I’m mainly looking for a roasted flavour to enjoy with drinks, I want to know how the nuts are prepared and what flavour mix they contain; around 17% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation. |
| Packaging and portioning | Compare the net weight and think about how you’ll reseal the pack after use. | When I want to divide nuts into portions in advance, I look for a pack size that suits how I’ll use them; around 16% of consumers prioritise packaging and portioning. |
The labels checked for AH and Jumbo cashews list 622 kcal per 100 g. Duyvis’s description of a variety as oven-roasted without added oil does not in itself prove that it meets the European ‘low energy’ threshold either.
Check energy, salt and preparation separately, and compare products using the same portion weight.
Pack sizes vary and aren’t necessarily the same as the amount you’ll eat while having drinks. For example, Albert Heijn lists a 170 g pack; the 25 g portion calculation is an example, not a pack size.
Weigh the amount you want to take with you beforehand, then reseal the rest after use according to the instructions on the packaging.
The PLUS label lists 598 kcal per 100 g, 24 kcal less than the 622 kcal per 100 g on the AH and Jumbo labels checked. For a 25 g portion, that’s a calculated difference of 6 kcal; it doesn’t automatically make any of these products low in calories.
Consider flavour, portion size, salt and ingredients when choosing, rather than letting one small difference on the label make the decision for you.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted, savoury and made without added oil. This is the manufacturer’s product description.
According to the product information, AH Unsalted Cashews 170 g is a baked variety containing 96% cashews and sunflower oil.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashews 200 g lists 99% cashews and sunflower oil.
The Dutch product page confirms an unsalted cashew variety.
Aldi lists a Trader Joe’s variety of roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashews 200 g lists cashews as its only ingredient.
These Joybuy products suit different cashew preferences for enjoying with drinks, including dry-roasted, unsalted and salted varieties.
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A good fit if you’re looking for a dry-roasted cashew variety to enjoy with drinks.
The product information mentions a savoury seasoning mix with salt; check the packaging if you want to avoid added salt.
Pack size: 125 g.
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The 160 g pack is an option to compare if you want to weigh out a portion for drinks in advance.
Check the nutritional information on the packaging and base your calculations on the amount you actually serve.
Pack size: 160 g.
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A good fit if you’re looking for salted cashews to enjoy as a savoury snack with drinks.
The title specifies salted cashews and a pack size of 150 g; weigh your portion if you don’t want to serve the whole pack.
Pack size: 150 g.
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The title specifies roasted, unsalted cashews; this variety may suit you if you’re looking for that combination.
Pack size: 200 g. Compare the nutritional information on the packaging with your chosen portion size.
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The title specifies cashews with purple skin and 180 degrees; the 500 g pack is a larger quantity that you can divide into portions in advance.
The product information lists salt; check the packaging for the ingredients and nutritional information.
Pack size: 500 g.
No. A small portion doesn’t make the product itself low in energy. According to the European Commission, the ‘low energy’ claim for solid foods requires no more than 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the product labels mentioned here are above that threshold. Work out the energy in your portion rather than calling the product low in calories.
No. According to the European Commission, the ‘reduced energy’ claim requires at least 30% less energy than a comparable product, and the feature responsible for the reduction must be stated. A smaller difference on a label isn’t enough to make this claim.
Weigh the amount you want to eat in advance and put it in a clean, resealable container. Follow the storage instructions on the pack for the rest. Albert Heijn advises storing its unsalted cashews in a cool, dark, dry place and closing the pack securely after use. A 25 g portion is an example calculation, not individual dietary advice.
Read the ingredients and warnings on the exact pack. The NVWA explains that allergens must be listed on the label; the PLUS cashews checked list cashews and possible traces of peanuts. If you have a known allergy, don’t rely on terms such as ‘unsalted’ or ‘unroasted’ alone.
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA issued a warning about Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments: do not eat these cashews. The best-before date has now passed, but that doesn’t make any remaining pack from the batch mentioned safe. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other pack sizes or batches.
