Travellers keeping an eye on portions
If you want to limit the amount of energy you consume while travelling, weigh out a portion in advance. Voedingscentrum lists 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashews.
Who are on-the-go cashews suitable for?
Snackers looking to avoid added salt
According to Voedingscentrum, unsalted nuts are part of the Wheel of Five. Check the ingredients too: unsalted cashews may contain sunflower oil, for example.
Snackers who plan ahead
By portioning your nuts in advance, you can take the amount you want for the journey and seal the rest of the pack. AH and Jumbo recommend storing the cashew products they reviewed in a cool, dry place; AH also advises sealing the pack properly after use.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide what matters most for your car journey: the portion you eat, added salt, storage, ingredients or flavour.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the portion you’re taking with you. | If I want to consume less energy, I weigh my portion rather than using the whole bag as a guide. Around 34% of consumers prioritise energy per portion. |
| Added salt | Check the ingredients and the salt content per 100 g. | I want to avoid added salt, so I check both the ingredients and the nutritional information. Around 20% of consumers prioritise this check. |
| Taking them with you and storage | Check the net weight and the storage and resealing instructions on the pack. | For a journey, I portion out the nuts in advance and want to be able to seal the rest of the pack properly. Around 20% of consumers give taking them with you and storage top priority. |
| Ingredients and allergens | Read the current label, including any ‘may contain’ warning. | If allergies are a concern, I check the label before buying and eating. Around 13% of consumers make ingredients and allergens their first consideration. |
| Flavour and preparation | Compare the ingredients and check whether the cashews are unroasted, fried or savoury-roasted. | I choose based on a natural or savoury flavour and check what ingredients have been added during preparation. Around 13% of consumers prioritise flavour and preparation. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming unsalted or no added oil means low-calorie
These terms describe the salt content or preparation, not the energy value. A smaller portion does not change the nutritional value per 100 g. For solid foods, the ‘low-calorie’ claim requires a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g; the European Commission sets out this condition, and the NVWA highlights the European rules on nutrition claims.
Check the energy per 100 g, then weigh the amount you want to eat while you’re out and about.
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Treating a whole pack as one snack portion
The AH pack reviewed contains 170 g and lists a serving size of 25 g. The pack contents and a portion are therefore not the same thing.
Weigh out the amount you want to take with you in advance, then seal the rest of the pack properly.
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Confusing a product warning with general shelf-life information
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 refers to Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashews, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. This applies to that specific product, not to all ALDI cashews.
Compare the product name, weight, barcode and best-before date with the warning. Do not eat a pack that matches these details.
Brands to compare
The details below apply to the product variants listed; they are not a general assessment of a brand’s entire range.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as savoury and oven-roasted, with no added oil.
- A good fit if you’re looking for cashews prepared this way.
- The manufacturer lists salt as part of the seasoning. No added oil does not mean low-calorie.
Albert Heijn
The AH variant reviewed is unsalted and fried; sunflower oil is listed in the ingredients.
- The product page lists a serving size of 25 g and storage instructions.
- Unsalted does not mean oil-free or low-calorie.
Jumbo
The 200 g unsalted own-brand variant reviewed lists 99% cashews and sunflower oil.
- The product page lists ingredients, nutritional values and storage advice.
- The preparation method and salt content alone do not mean the product is low-calorie.
Lidl
Lidl’s official product listing is for unsalted cashews.
- Worth considering if you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashews.
- For the pack you choose, compare the nutritional values per 100 g and the ingredients on the label.
ALDI
The official product listing names Trader Joe’s Roasted Unsalted Cashews in a 250 g pack.
- A good fit if you’re looking for roasted and unsalted cashews.
- This product listing confirms the product identity, not that it has fewer calories than other variants.
PLUS
The unroasted, unsalted own-brand variant reviewed comes in a 200 g bag and lists cashews as an ingredient.
- A good fit if you’re looking for unroasted cashews with a short ingredients list.
- The product information says it may contain peanuts; check the label if you have an allergy.
Cashews at Joybuy
These Joybuy products offer different preparation methods, salt levels and pack sizes to compare for eating on the go. Check the nutritional values per 100 g separately from the portion size; none of the variants listed meets the threshold for a ‘low-calorie’ claim.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160g
Suitable if you want to compare the energy per 100 g and weigh out your own portion.
The product information lists 604 kcal and 0.028 g of salt per 100 g, 100% cashew kernels and a pack size of 160 g.
Reseal tightly after opening and store in a cool, dry place. Contains cashews; not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200g
A good fit if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews and want to choose your own portion size.
The product information lists 596 kcal and 0.067 g of salt per 100 g. The ingredients list cashews; the pack contains 200 g.
Store in a cool, dry place and seal tightly after opening. Contains cashews; not suitable for anyone with a cashew allergy.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
A good fit if you’re looking for oven-roasted cashews with no added oil and enjoy a savoury flavour.
The product information lists 586 kcal and 0.92 g of salt per 100 g and states that each pack contains 4–5 servings.
Store in a cool, dry place and reseal tightly after opening. The product information also lists gluten, wheat and peanuts; check the label if you have a relevant allergy.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g
A good fit if you’re looking for salted cashews and want to weigh out your portion in advance.
The product information lists 2555 kJ per 100 g, 1.0% salt and sunflower oil in the ingredients. The pack contains 150 g.
Store in a cool, dry place and reseal tightly after opening. Contains cashews and added salt.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin 120g
A good fit if you’re looking for salted cashews in an individually packed portion.
The product information lists 596 kcal and 0.9 g of salt per 100 g, with a pack size of 120 g.
Store in a cool, dry place. Contains cashews and added salt.
Frequently asked questions about cashews on the go
When can a cashew product be called ‘low-calorie’?
For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 40 kcal (170 kJ) per 100 g for the ‘low-calorie’ nutrition claim. A smaller portion does not change the energy value per 100 g; the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) notes that nutrition claims must comply with European rules.
How do I compare two portions of cashews?
Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and weigh the same amount of each product. You can calculate the energy per portion using: kcal per 100 g × portion weight in grams ÷ 100. Voedingscentrum lists 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashews; the value on the label of a specific variant may differ.
How should I store an opened bag during a car journey?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack and seal the remaining nuts properly. For the cashews reviewed, AH recommends storing them in a cool, dry place, away from light, and sealing the pack properly. For an opened bag of Duyvis cashews, Jumbo recommends an airtight, light-proof container. Don’t leave the pack in a warm, sunny spot.
What should I check if I have a food allergy?
Read the current label before buying and eating the product, including any ‘may contain’ statement. The products reviewed contain cashews, and warnings about other allergens may vary by variant. The NVWA states that allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods.
Does the warning about Trader Joe’s cashews apply to all ALDI cashews?
No. The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 specifically names Trader Joe’s Unsalted Cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Do not eat a pack that matches these details exactly. The warning does not apply to all ALDI cashews.