Taking a single snack portion with you
You want to take a measured amount of cashews with you while you’re out shopping. The packs reviewed contain several portions, so it’s worth portioning them out in advance.
Who are these options for?
Choosing an unsalted snack
You’re looking for unsalted cashews and want to know whether they’re unroasted or contain oil. Check the ingredients list for the exact variant, rather than relying on words such as ‘natural’ or ‘unsalted’.
Choosing a savoury snack
For this snack occasion, savoury flavour and roasting are your priorities. Check the number of portions, flavourings and allergen information too.
What should you look for when choosing?
First, decide how much you want to take with you for one snack occasion. Then compare the ingredients and preparation method for the exact variant, and consider storage if you choose a larger pack.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important to? |
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| Portion size and taking them with you | Check the net weight and portion information separately. Decide whether you can reseal the pack when you’re out, or whether you’d prefer to transfer a portion into another container at home. | I want to take a clear, measured amount with me rather than judge by the size of the bag. Around 36% of consumers put portion convenience first. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Read the ingredients list and nutrition information for the exact variant. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean that no oil has been added. | I’m looking for an unsalted snack and want to know what else it contains besides cashews. Around 29% of consumers prioritise an unsalted option. |
| Stocking up and storage | Compare the pack size with the number of snack occasions you want it to cover. Store nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container. | I want to get several portions from one pack and store the rest properly at home. Around 21% of consumers put stocking up first. |
| Savoury flavour | Check the flavourings, salt and allergen information on the pack. Roasting without added oil doesn’t mean a product is fat-free. | I’m deliberately choosing a savoury roasted option for this snack occasion. Around 14% of consumers prioritise savoury flavour. |
For the unsalted cashews reviewed, Albert Heijn lists a portion size of 25 grams; this applies to that specific variant and isn’t a general portion-size recommendation. The 125-gram Duyvis pack reviewed lists four to five portions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container.
Common pitfalls
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Assuming a small bag or multipack contains individual snack portions
The Duyvis bag reviewed contains several portions. The AH 3-pack reviewed consists of three separate 170-gram packs, not three individual snack portions.
Check the net weight, pack contents and portion information before deciding how much to take with you.
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Confusing unsalted with no added oil
The ingredients lists for the unsalted Albert Heijn and Jumbo variants reviewed include sunflower oil.
If you want to avoid added oil, check the ingredients for the exact variant.
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Assuming ‘no added oil’ means fat-free
Duyvis product information describes the cashews as roasted without added oil, while the nutrition table lists fat. The preparation method and nutritional values are different kinds of information.
Check the preparation method, ingredients and nutrition information separately.
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Buying a larger pack without having a suitable way to store it
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a dry place in a well-sealed container. A larger pack therefore needs to be portioned out and sealed carefully.
Choose an amount you can store properly at home, and reseal the pack after portioning.
Brands to consider
Albert Heijn
The unsalted cashews reviewed come in a 170-gram pack, with a listed portion size of 25 grams.
- The product information includes ingredients, portion size and storage advice.
- The 3-pack reviewed consists of three separate 170-gram packs, not three individual snack portions.
Jumbo
The unsalted variants reviewed are available in 200- and 500-gram packs, making them suitable for portioning out yourself.
- The ingredients lists include cashews and sunflower oil.
- The pack sizes don’t indicate that they contain single portions.
Duyvis
The Oven roasted cashews salted reviewed come in a 125-gram pack containing several portions.
- The manufacturer describes the cashews as roasted without added oil.
- The product information lists salt and flavourings; the manufacturer’s description isn’t an independent taste test.
PLUS
The 200-gram PLUS Cashewnoten ongezouten ongebrand reviewed are an option if you’re looking for an unroasted variety with a simple ingredients list.
- The ingredients list includes cashews only.
- The product information states that it may contain peanuts; a simple ingredients list doesn’t guarantee that a product is safe for your individual allergies.
Aldi
The Trader Joe’s cashews roasted and unsalted reviewed come in a 250-gram pack. Aldi is the retailer; Trader Joe’s is the product brand.
- The product information confirms the weight and product type.
- Check the exact pack: an NVWA warning about a different, specific pack doesn’t automatically apply to this variant or the entire range.
Lidl
The Dutch Lidl website lists unsalted cashews and Way To Go! Cashewnoten ongezouten as product names.
- Both product names indicate an unsalted cashew option.
- Check the exact pack for its weight, ingredients and any information about portions and storage.
Cashews at Joybuy
These Joybuy picks are suited to on-the-go snacking, with unsalted and savoury salted options to suit different preferences.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160g
Suitable if you’re looking for cashews to enjoy as a snack straight from the pack.
The product information lists 100% cashew kernels and a 160 g pack.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
Suitable if you prefer a savoury roasted cashew option.
The product information lists four to five portions per pack. The ingredients include salt and savoury flavourings; this isn’t an unsalted option.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g
Suitable if you’re looking for salted cashews as a snack.
The pack contains 150 g; the ingredients list includes salt. This isn’t an unsalted option.
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g’woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200g
Suitable if you’re looking for roasted, unsalted cashews and want to decide how much to take with you.
The pack contains 200 g and the ingredients list includes cashews only. Reseal the pack securely after opening.
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Be&Cheery cashews with purple skin 180 grade 500g
Suitable if you’re looking for a larger pack to enjoy over several snack occasions.
The product name lists 500 g. The product information lists salt; this isn’t an unsalted option.
Frequently asked questions
How should you store the rest after taking a portion with you?
Store cashews in a dry place in a well-sealed container, and follow the storage advice on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre notes that nuts are susceptible to mould; Albert Heijn advises resealing the pack reviewed securely after use.
How can I tell whether a pack contains one snack portion?
Compare the net weight with the portion information on the exact pack. For the unsalted cashews reviewed, Albert Heijn lists a portion size of 25 grams; the 125-gram Duyvis bag reviewed lists four to five portions. These details apply to those variants, not all cashews.
What does ‘may contain peanuts’ mean?
This statement warns that peanuts may be present; it doesn’t mean peanuts have been added as an ingredient. The PLUS pack states that the product may contain peanuts. If you have a relevant allergy, you can’t tell whether a product is suitable just from the word ‘unsalted’; check the information on the exact pack.
Is a larger pack useful if I want to take a portion with me?
It can be a good option if you want to portion it out at home and can store the rest properly. A larger pack doesn’t automatically contain individual snack portions, so decide in advance how much you want to take and reseal the rest securely after portioning.
Which cashews did the NVWA issue a warning about?
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA issued a warning about 170-gram packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The warning applied to that specific pack; don’t assume it applies to other packs or the entire range. The stated best-before date has now passed.