For a measured snack on the go, portion out a larger pack before you leave. Packs from 125 to 500 g show the net weight, not a set serving size. A smaller pack may be easier to carry, but check the contents of each individual pack and the ingredients: an AH 3-pack contains separate 170 g packs, and ‘unsalted’ doesn’t always mean cashews only. Keep the rest sealed, dry and cool.
You want to take a measured amount with you for each snack break. The 125, 200, 250 and 500 g packs make it important not to confuse pack size with a serving. Duyvis, Jumbo and ALDI list these sizes for the products in question.
You’re looking for cashews with no added salt and want to know whether oil or other ingredients have been added too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre includes unsalted nuts in the Wheel of Five, although ingredients vary between products.
You’re choosing mainly based on flavour and preparation, but want to know what terms such as oven-roasted or sea salt mean. Duyvis, for example, lists different ingredients for Original and Sea Salt.
First decide how much you want to take for each snack break, then compare the ingredients, flavour and suitability for everyone travelling with you.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Amount per snack break | Check the weight of each individual pack and how much you want to take for each stop. A multipack may contain several large bags. | If I want to take a measured amount for each stop, I check the weight per bag and portion it out in advance if needed. Around 36% of consumers would prioritise portion convenience. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list. Unsalted, unroasted and with no added oil don’t mean the same thing. | If I’m looking for unsalted cashews, I also want to know whether oil or other ingredients have been added. Around 29% of consumers would prioritise ingredients. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the full product name and ingredients on the pack; the preparation method alone doesn’t tell you everything about what’s in it. | If I’m mainly after a savoury snack, I compare the flavourings and the variant on the label. Around 21% of consumers would prioritise flavour. |
| Suitability and storage | Read the allergen information and storage instructions. Also check for any batch warnings. | If I’m taking snacks for different people, I check the allergens and how to store the rest while travelling. Around 14% of consumers would prioritise suitability. |
Examples show why checking the label matters: Jumbo Unroasted Cashews 200 g lists 100% cashews, while Jumbo Unsalted Cashews 200 g also contains sunflower oil. According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Original is oven-roasted without added oil; that doesn’t automatically make it unsalted.
A 125 g pack isn’t a set serving size. The AH Unsalted 3-pack contains separate 170 g packs, not three small snack bags.
Check the weight of each individual pack and decide in advance how much you want to take for each snack break.
Jumbo Unroasted 200 g lists 100% cashews; Jumbo Unsalted 200 g lists 99% cashews and sunflower oil. According to the manufacturer, Duyvis Original is roasted without added oil, but it does contain a savoury flavouring.
Compare the ingredients of the exact product rather than relying on the preparation description on the front of the pack.
Storage advice for nuts recommends keeping them sealed, dry and cool; Jumbo also says to store its larger pack in a dark place.
Take only the amount you need and store the rest according to the instructions on the pack.
Original and Sea Salt are savoury varieties with different ingredients and preparation information.
The unsalted cashews are also available as a multipack.
The range includes unsalted and unroasted cashews in different pack sizes.
Lidl lists cashews in its Alesto range, including Way To Go.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS lists unsalted Fairtrade cashews in a 200 g bag.
These Joybuy products are cashews you can portion yourself, or take with you as a savoury or unsalted snack.
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The 160 g pack is a good choice if you want to decide how much to take for each snack break.
The product information lists 100% cashew kernels as the ingredient. Contains cashews; relevant if you have a cashew or nut allergy.
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The 125 g pack is an option if you want to take a smaller total amount of savoury cashews with you.
The product information says they are roasted without added oil. Listed allergens are cashews, gluten, wheat and peanuts; check the label if you have allergies.
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This salted variety is a good choice if you’re looking for a savoury snack on the go.
The product information lists a 150 g pack, with ingredients of 98% cashews, sunflower oil and 1% salt.
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The 500 g pack is for those who want to portion it out for several snack breaks or share it with others.
The product information lists 99% cashews and salt. Contains cashews; relevant if you have a cashew or nut allergy.
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The 200 g pack lets you choose how much to take for each snack break.
The product title describes roasted, unsalted cashews; the product information lists cashews as an ingredient. Contains cashews and tree nuts.
No. The AH Unsalted 3-pack contains separate 170 g packs. Check the contents of each pack and decide how much you want to take for each snack break.
Seal the pack securely and keep the cashews somewhere dry and cool. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10–15 °C as an example of cool storage; Jumbo recommends storing them somewhere cool, dry and dark. So don’t leave your supply in a hot car for a long time.
No, bear the risk of choking in mind. Jumbo warns that young children can choke on nuts, so don’t assume that whole cashews are suitable for them.
According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, any allergens that must be declared must be clearly distinguishable from the other ingredients in the ingredients list. If there is no ingredients list, the product must generally state ‘contains cashew’, unless the allergen is already clear from the product name. An allergen statement on the label doesn’t guarantee that the product is suitable for someone with an allergy.
Do not eat the pack mentioned in the warning. The NVWA names Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The warning applies to that specific pack and batch, not to all ALDI cashews.
