Take a snack without weighing it out
Want to pop a measured snack into your gym bag without continually eating from a larger pack? Lidl lists Way To Go! unsalted cashews as a multipack of 3 x 25 g.
Which packaging works best for you?
Choose your own portion
If you’d rather weigh out the amount yourself, a larger pack may suit you. Albert Heijn lists AH Unsalted Cashews at 250 g, with ten 25 g servings stated on the label; PLUS offers unroasted, unsalted cashews in a 200 g bag.
For lovers of savoury snacks
Prefer a savoury flavour and don’t mind portioning it yourself? The Dutch product information for Duyvis Oven roasted cashews salted lists a 125 g pack with four to five servings.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide whether you want to weigh out a portion in advance or take a separately packed serving with you. Then check the variety and how much you’ll actually eat.
The percentages give a general indication of which consideration tends to come first in this gym-bag scenario.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
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| Taking one snack with you | Check the weight of each individual bag and the total weight of the multipack. Lidl lists 3 x 25 g; Albert Heijn lists ten 25 g servings on the label for its 250 g bag. That doesn’t mean it contains ten individual bags. | If you want to take one measured snack with you without any preparation, convenience matters most. Around 34% of consumers prioritise convenient portions. |
| Ingredients and nutritional value | Read the ingredients for the exact variety and check the nutritional values for the amount you eat. PLUS lists cashews as an ingredient in the unroasted variety reviewed; Duyvis Oven roasted cashews salted has a different composition. | If you choose based on ingredients and nutritional values first, you’ll want to know what’s in the portion you’ve weighed out. Around 27% of consumers give this consideration priority. |
| Timing around your workout | Consider when you’ll eat and what you can comfortably tolerate. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise; spicy food can cause problems for some people. | If your snack needs to suit the time you exercise, timing and portion size are important to your choice. Around 13% of consumers prioritise the timing of their workout. |
| Packaging for your snack breaks | Compare the net weight with the number of servings stated on the label and consider whether you want to portion out the rest in advance. A larger pack doesn’t mean it contains separately packed portions. | If you want the pack to suit the number of snack breaks you have planned, the serving count can help you decide. Around 13% of consumers prioritise this. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check the exact flavour combination and how the nuts are prepared. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unseasoned: for example, Albert Heijn lists katsu curry cashews with flavouring ingredients. | If flavour and preparation are your first selection criteria, look beyond the word ‘unsalted’. Around 13% of consumers prioritise flavour. |
Common mistakes
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Assuming a ‘3-pack’ means three small snacks
According to Albert Heijn, the AH Unsalted Cashews 3-pack is delivered as three separate items; that doesn’t automatically make it three portion-sized bags.
Check the weight of each individual item and the total pack weight before choosing.
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Treating the whole bag as one portion
The 125 g Duyvis variety reviewed lists four to five servings. So the pack weight doesn’t tell you how much you’ll eat in one snack break.
Weigh out the amount you want to take with you in advance, or choose an individually packed portion.
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with fat-free
Duyvis says its cashews are oven-roasted without added oil. The nutritional information for the variety reviewed lists 43 g of fat per 100 g; this information is separate from how the nuts are prepared.
Read the nutritional information for the exact variety and bear in mind the weight of your own portion.
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Leaving an open bag loose in a warm or damp bag
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a well-sealed container in a dry place. This can make an opened bag inconvenient to carry loose for long periods.
Take only the amount you plan to eat and store the rest sealed and dry, following the instructions on the packaging.
Brands and product ranges for reference
These examples relate to specific cashew products and product listings. They aren’t a general assessment of the brands or an indication of current availability.
Lidl
The product listing for Way To Go! cashews describes a multipack of unsalted nuts.
- Lidl lists 3 x 25 g, with the weight given for each individual pack.
- The product listing says it is sold in store; check the information from the retailer in question.
Albert Heijn
The AH products mentioned include unsalted cashews and a seasoned katsu curry variety.
- AH Unsalted Cashews 250 g lists ten 25 g servings on the label.
- According to Albert Heijn, the AH Unsalted Cashews 3-pack consists of three separate items; these aren’t automatically three portion-sized bags.
Duyvis
The products mentioned include a 125 g oven-roasted salted variety and Original cashews.
- The salted variety reviewed lists four to five servings per pack.
- The manufacturer says its Original cashews are roasted without added oil; this doesn’t mean the nuts are fat-free.
Jumbo
The Jumbo variety reviewed is a 200 g pack of unsalted cashews.
- The product information lists 99% cashews and sunflower oil.
- The pack weight doesn’t indicate that it contains individually packed portions.
ALDI
The product listing refers to TRADER JOE'S roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
- The product information describes a larger pack that you can portion out yourself.
- Always check the exact product name and packaging. A specific safety warning for a different pack doesn’t automatically apply to all cashews.
PLUS
The PLUS variety reviewed is a 200 g bag of unroasted, unsalted cashews.
- The product information lists cashews as an ingredient.
- The product information warns that it may contain peanuts; if you have an allergy, check the current packaging.
Cashews at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes cashews you can portion out yourself and salted varieties for several snack breaks. The weights listed don’t automatically mean the products come in separate portion-sized bags.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour cashew nuts, 160 g
The product description says these cashews are ready to eat, making them suitable if you want to choose the amount yourself.
Ingredient listed in the description: 100% cashew kernels. Net weight: 160 g. Reseal after opening.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts, 150 g
This salted variety is a good fit if you’re after a savoury cashew snack and want to portion it out yourself.
The product description lists 98% cashews, sunflower oil and 1% salt. Net weight: 150 g.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
The product description says these roasted cashews are ready to eat or can be divided between several snack breaks.
Ingredients listed in the description: 99% cashews and salt. Net weight: 500 g.
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g'woon roasted unsalted cashews, 200 g
This roasted, unsalted variety may suit you if you want to decide how many cashews to take with you.
The product description lists cashews as an ingredient and advises keeping the pack tightly sealed in a cool, dry place after opening. Net weight: 200 g.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The product description says these salted cashews are ready to eat, making them suitable if you want to divide a larger pack between several snack breaks.
Ingredients listed in the description: cashew kernels and salt. Net weight: 500 g.
Frequently asked questions
Does a 25 g serving mean this is the recommended daily amount for everyone?
No. The pack weight or serving size on the label is product information, not personalised dietary advice. Use it to measure your snack; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends eating a variety of nuts.
Can I eat cashews just before a workout?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises against eating a large portion high in fat, protein or fibre just before exercise. Spicy food can cause digestive problems for some people around exercise, so consider what you can tolerate and when you’ll be working out.
How should I store cashews in or beside my gym bag?
Store cashews in a well-sealed container in a dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. If you have a large bag, take only the amount you plan to eat and follow the storage instructions on the packaging once it’s been opened.
What should I look for on the allergen information on the label?
The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) says allergens must be clearly distinguished from the other ingredients in the ingredients list. Cashews aren’t a suitable snack if you have a cashew allergy; if you have other allergies, also check for warnings about possible traces. The PLUS variety reviewed is labelled as potentially containing peanuts.
Does the ALDI recall warning apply to all cashews?
No. The warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 20 May 2026 concerns TRADER JOE'S unsalted cashews, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat that specific pack; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other cashews. The best-before date listed has passed.