Start with the substance you need to avoid: cashews are an allergen in their own right and are not suitable if you have a cashew allergy. If you can eat cashews, specific claims such as gluten-free or lactose-free may be relevant. Also check the ingredients, allergen warnings and packaging of the product you choose.
You’re looking for a snack that is clearly labelled for the substance you need to avoid, and you can eat cashews. Albert Heijn lists gluten-free and lactose-free claims for the 170 g unsalted variety reviewed. These claims don’t mean the cashews are free from other allergens.
First check whether cashews themselves, as well as any warnings about other allergens, are suitable for you. Stichting Voedselallergie lists cashews as a tree nut allergen; if you have a cashew allergy, you’ll need to choose a different type of snack.
You want to weigh out a portion and reseal the rest for later. Jumbo says the 130 g pack reviewed is resealable; the pack’s full contents aren’t the same as one portion for a walk.
First check that cashews are suitable for you, then look at the specific dietary requirement, recipe and packaging. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and PLUS shows why you should assess claims and allergen warnings separately for each variety.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Specific dietary requirement | Look for the exact claim and check the ingredients and current label. | If I avoid gluten or lactose but can eat cashews, I want to see that specific claim on the pack. Around 36% of consumers prioritise a specific dietary requirement. |
| Cashews and other allergens | Read both the ingredients list and the separate allergen warnings. | If allergies are a concern, I want to know whether cashews are present and which other allergens are listed. Around 29% of consumers prioritise allergens and possible cross-contamination. |
| Unsalted or seasoned | Compare the ingredients and nutritional information on the same basis, and look out for added salt. | If I want unsalted cashews, I check for that separately from the flavour or preparation method. Around 21% of consumers focus mainly on the recipe and nutritional information. |
| Portioning and taking them with you | Check the net weight, whether the pack is resealable, portion information and storage instructions. | For a walk, I want to be able to weigh out a portion in advance and seal the rest securely. Around 14% of consumers prioritise portioning and portability. |
Gluten-free, lactose-free and unsalted describe different characteristics. Voedingscentrum also distinguishes between lactose intolerance and milk allergy, so a lactose-free claim on its own doesn’t indicate that a product is suitable for someone with a milk allergy.
A gluten-free or lactose-free claim doesn’t change the fact that the snack contains cashews.
Be clear about which substance you need to avoid, then check the ingredients and allergen warnings. Don’t choose cashews if you have a cashew allergy.
A simple recipe doesn’t rule out a warning that other allergens may be present. For example, the Jumbo and PLUS varieties reviewed carry warnings about peanuts.
Read the warnings on the specific pack alongside the ingredients list.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. According to the product information, the recipe does contain salt and seasoning.
Assess the preparation method, salt content and allergens separately.
A pack designed to take with you may contain several portions. You could end up taking or eating more than you intended.
Weigh out the amount you want in advance, then seal the rest according to the storage instructions.
The 170 g AH Cashewnoten ongezouten variety reviewed is explicitly labelled gluten-free and lactose-free.
The 130 g Ongezouten Cashewnoten variety reviewed combines an unsalted recipe with packaging that Jumbo says is resealable.
PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten fairtrade, 200 g, is an unsalted variety that has been reviewed.
Cashews Original is a seasoned, oven-roasted snack.
Lidl lists a 500 g in-store variety called Ongezouten cashewnoten.
The Trader Joe’s variety reviewed is roasted and unsalted; the Dutch product page lists a 250 g pack.
This selection includes cashews to take with you, including salted and unsalted varieties. Cashews are an allergen in their own right, so these products aren’t suitable if you have a cashew allergy. For other dietary requirements, always check the ingredients and allergen information on the packaging.
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The product information describes the cashews as ready to eat, so you can take them with you without any further preparation. Check the packaging for the dietary claims that matter to you.
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The product name describes these as roasted, unsalted cashews. Consider this option if you’re specifically looking for an unsalted variety; check the current packaging for ingredients and allergen information.
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The product name describes these as salted cashews. Consider this variety if you’re looking for a salted snack; it isn’t suitable if you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashews.
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The product name describes cashews with purple skin in a 500 g pack. This pack size may be useful if you want to portion out a larger pack; check the packaging and storage instructions after opening.
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The product name describes salted cashews with their skins on. Consider this variety if you’re looking for a salted snack; it isn’t intended for anyone specifically looking for unsalted cashews.
Not on the basis of that claim alone. Lactose intolerance concerns milk sugar, while a milk allergy concerns milk proteins. If you have a milk allergy, check the full ingredients and allergen information.
No. A gluten-free claim relates to gluten and doesn’t mean a product is free from cashews or other allergens. For the variety reviewed, Albert Heijn lists both gluten-free claims and the presence of cashews; check for other allergens separately.
No. Albert Heijn and Jumbo list 25 g as a product portion in their information, not as a standard amount for every walk. You can use the portion size to weigh out an amount and compare nutritional information.
Follow the instructions on the packaging. Albert Heijn recommends storing the variety reviewed in a cool, dark, dry place and sealing it securely after use; Jumbo also recommends keeping it cool, dry and dark. Follow the use-by or best-before information on the pack too.
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 applied to 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with a best-before date of 23-09-2026 and advised consumers not to eat the product. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or varieties; check the product name and best-before date in the specific notice.
