People who portion their own snacks
You want to choose a pack that suits how many cashews you use, and can measure them out at home for lunchboxes or different occasions. Jumbo lists unsalted packs in 200 g and 500 g sizes.
Who is this guide for?
People looking for individual packs
You want to take individual packs with you or hand them out. As well as checking the number of packs, look at the weight of each one: Albert Heijn lists an unsalted 3-pack, while Duyvis offers a box of 125 g bags.
People who want to share cashews
You can choose between one larger pack that you portion yourself and several individual bags. Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt is sold in a box of 10 x 125 g bags; that weight does not automatically make a bag a single lunch portion.
What should you look for when choosing?
Start by thinking about when you’ll use the cashews and how much is in each individual pack. Then consider whether you can store the rest of an opened bag, and what ingredients or variety you’re looking for.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
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| Individual packs | Check the number of individual packs and the weight of each bag; a multipack label alone doesn’t tell you how much is in each one. | I want to take bags with me or hand them out, so I check both the number of packs and the weight of each bag. Around 40% of consumers give individual packs top priority. |
| Using up the contents | Choose a size that suits how you use them. Store opened nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, as advised by the Netherlands Nutrition Centre. | I want to avoid leaving a large supply unused, so I choose an amount that matches how much I get through. Around 30% of consumers give using up what they buy top priority. |
| Unsalted variety | Check the packaging to see whether the variety is unsalted. Roasted without added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted; check the allergen information too. | I’m specifically looking for an unsalted variety, so I check both the product description and the label. Around 30% of consumers give an unsalted variety top priority. |
Common buying mistakes
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Mistaking a larger pack for a multipack
A larger bag and a multipack are different types of packaging. With a larger bag, you’ll need to portion the contents yourself; with a multipack, you can use the individual packs separately.
Before buying, check the number of individual packs and the weight of each bag.
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Assuming an individual bag is automatically a lunch portion
The Duyvis box of Sea Salt cashews contains 125 g bags. That size isn’t necessarily the amount you’ll want to use for one lunchbox.
Check the weight of each bag and decide for yourself what amount suits the occasion.
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Looking only at the pack size
A large pack is only practical if you use the contents and store the rest appropriately once opened.
Choose an amount that suits how much you use, and store opened cashews in a tightly sealed container in a dry place.
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Confusing oven-roasted with unsalted
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. That alone doesn’t tell you whether the product is salted.
Check the salt information and ingredients separately on the packaging.
Relevant brands to consider
Albert Heijn
A good option if you’re looking for a clearly labelled unsalted multipack.
- Albert Heijn lists AH Cashewnoten ongezouten 3-pack.
- Check the weight of each individual pack; the 3-pack label doesn’t tell you this.
Jumbo
A good option if you want to choose one pack and portion it yourself.
- Jumbo lists unsalted packs in 200 g and 500 g sizes.
- A 500 g pack is a larger pack, not a multipack.
Duyvis
A good option if you’re looking at roasted cashews or several individual bags.
- A retailer listing describes Cashews Sea Salt as 10 x 125 g.
- Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil. This is a brand description and doesn’t automatically tell you how much salt a variety contains.
Lidl
A good option if you’re considering a larger bag of roasted, unsalted cashews.
- A Gekozen Product van het Jaar product listing describes Alesto cashews in a 500 g pack as roasted and unsalted.
- This product listing is neither an independent taste comparison nor confirmation of current in-store availability.
ALDI
A good option if you want to look at a bag of roasted, unsalted cashews.
- ALDI Nederland lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
- Always check the exact variety and pack details; a 250 g pack isn’t a multipack.
PLUS
A good option if you’re looking for a smaller bag of unsalted cashews.
- PLUS lists unsalted cashews with a Fairtrade label in a 200 g bag.
- This is product information from PLUS, not an independent check of a certification audit.
Joybuy products
These Joybuy products are 500 g bags of cashews for portioning yourself; check the salt information for each variety.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
The 500 g bag is suitable for measuring out portions for different occasions.
The product information says these cashews contain salt, so this is not an unsalted variety.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The 500 g bag is suitable for measuring out portions for different occasions.
The product information says these cashews contain salt, so this is not an unsalted variety.
Frequently asked questions
How do I compare a multipack with a larger bag?
Compare the total net weight and check how many grams are in each individual pack. This will help you see whether the pack suits taking portions separately, handing them out or portioning them yourself.
How should I store cashews once opened?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a dry place, preferably somewhere cool at 10 to 15 °C. Also follow the storage instructions and best-before information on the packaging.
Are whole cashews suitable for every child’s lunchbox?
No, don’t automatically assume whole nuts are suitable for young children. Jumbo’s product page warns that young children may choke on nuts; this warning is not a legal age limit.
What allergen information should I check on the packaging?
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked products must be shown on the label. Check the label of each variety for cashews and any other ingredients or warnings.
Which cashews does the NVWA warning apply to?
The NVWA warning dated 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 this pack. The warning does not apply to all Trader Joe’s cashews.