Planning lunch supplies
If you regularly prepare packed lunches, a larger bag may fit your routine. Check the pack size and think about how you’ll store the rest in a sealed container at home.
Who is this relevant for?
Choosing unsalted cashews
If you want unsalted cashews, check how they’re prepared too: unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted.
Looking for a smaller supply
If you only take cashews with you occasionally or like to vary your snacks, a smaller pack may be a better fit for how you use them.
What should you look for when choosing?
Match the pack size to the number of lunches you prepare and how you store any cashews left over.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who it’s most relevant for |
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| Quantity for regular lunches | Match the pack size to how much you use and the space you have to store the rest in a sealed container. | If I plan several lunches in advance, I want enough in stock without opening more than I can store. Around 23% of consumers prioritise having a suitable supply for regular lunches. |
| Salt and preparation | Check the packaging to see whether the nuts are unsalted, unroasted or roasted. | If I choose unsalted cashews, I also want to know how they’ve been prepared. Around 31% of consumers pay particular attention to salt and preparation. |
| Packing portions to take with you | Decide in advance how you’ll portion the nuts and which container you’ll take them in. | When I prepare lunches in advance, I want to be able to pack portions without having to reach into the large bag each time. Around 23% of consumers prioritise portioning in advance. |
| Size of the opened supply | Choose a quantity that suits how often you eat cashews, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. | If I only take cashews with me occasionally, I don’t want to open more than I’ll use. Around 15% of consumers pay particular attention to keeping their supply small and storing it properly. |
| Specific certification | Check that the certification on the packaging applies to that exact product. | If a certification affects my choice, I want to see it on the specific pack. Around 8% of consumers prioritise this. |
Things to watch out for when buying
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Assuming no added oil means unsalted
Preparation method and salt content are different things. Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil; that alone doesn’t mean they’re unsalted.
Check the exact product name, ingredients and salt information on the packaging.
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Assuming the pack reseals securely after opening
Packaging in a protective atmosphere isn’t automatically resealable. A good seal is important for storing any cashews left over.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing cashews in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. Follow the instructions on the packaging too.
Brands and product ranges to compare
Duyvis
An option to consider if you’re looking for roasted cashews.
- Duyvis says its Cashews Original are oven-roasted without added oil.
- Jumbo lists a 125 g pack of Duyvis Oven Roasted Salted Cashews; this is smaller than the larger bags in this comparison.
Albert Heijn
The product information includes AH Terra Unroasted Cashews in a 500 g pack.
- The listed pack size may suit anyone preparing several lunch portions.
- Check the current packaging for information about the product you choose.
Jumbo
The range includes both smaller packs and a 500 g unsalted value pack.
- The 500 g product listing describes the cashews as unsalted.
- Packaging in a protective atmosphere doesn’t prove that the bag can be resealed after opening.
Lidl
The product page lists unsalted cashews.
- An option to include in your comparison of unsalted varieties.
- Check the pack size and other product information on the packaging of the variety you buy.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s product listings include 250 g packs of roasted unsalted cashews.
- The listed 250 g variety combines roasted and unsalted cashews.
- The 500 g listing groups salted and unsalted varieties together, so check which variety is shown on the packaging.
PLUS
The product listings include 200 g packs of unsalted, unroasted cashews.
- A separate 200 g unsalted Fairtrade variety is also listed.
- The Fairtrade listing applies to that specific variety, not automatically to all PLUS cashews.
Cashews at Joybuy
This selection at Joybuy includes larger packs for several lunches and smaller packs for anyone who’d rather not open as much at once.
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Be&Cheery purple-skin cashews, 180 grade, 500 g
The 500 g pack may suit anyone who wants to divide a larger supply between several lunches.
The product information describes the cashews as lightly salted, with cashews and salt listed as ingredients.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
The 500 g pack is a larger quantity to divide between lunches.
The product information describes the cashews as salted and says they should be eaten immediately after opening.
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g'woon roasted unsalted cashews, 200 g
The 200 g pack may suit anyone who wants to open a smaller quantity at a time.
The title describes the cashews as roasted and unsalted. Keep the pack well sealed after opening.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
The 160 g pack may suit anyone who wants to open a smaller supply at a time.
The product information lists cashews as the only ingredient and recommends storing the opened pack in a sealed container in a cool, dry place.
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Verse Klassenoten salted cashews, 150 g
The 150 g pack may suit anyone who wants to take a smaller quantity with them.
The product information describes the cashews as roasted and salted, with sunflower oil and salt listed as ingredients. Keep the pack well sealed after opening.
Frequently asked questions
How many lunch portions can I get from a pack of cashews?
Divide the weight on the pack by the portion size you choose. For example, a 500 g pack makes twenty 25 g portions, a 250 g pack makes ten and a 200 g pack makes eight. This is a calculation example, not a personal nutrition recommendation.
How should I store cashews after portioning them?
Store them in a well-sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging. For opened unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives general storage guidance of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; this isn’t a product-specific quality guarantee.
What allergen information should I check on packaging in the Netherlands?
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the exact variety. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA), allergen information must appear on the label of prepacked foods and be clearly distinguishable from the other ingredients; nuts are among the allergens that must be declared by law.
Is there a specific warning about Trader Joe’s cashews?
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA warned about 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026 because they may contain metal fragments. Do not eat this batch. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other pack sizes or all ALDI cashews.
Are whole cashews suitable for young children’s lunches?
Jumbo warns on its product page that young children can choke on nuts. So don’t assume that whole cashews are suitable for this age group; the lunch and storage choices described here aren’t advice on suitability for young children.