If you want to keep track of the calories in your snacks, start by weighing out a portion, then compare the kcal per 100 g on the specific pack. PLUS lists 598 kcal per 100 g; AH and Jumbo list 622 kcal per 100 g. A larger bag doesn’t reduce the energy per gram: choose a pack size that suits your planned portions, and assess how the nuts are prepared, as well as their oil and salt content, separately.
You want to keep eating cashews, but know in advance how much energy your snack portion contains. Compare the nutrition information and weigh your portion; the Voedingscentrum gives an average value for cashews, not an exact figure for every brand.
You choose a pack size based on the number of planned portions and people. A large bag may suit regular use, while a smaller pack means opening less at once. Product information from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and Lidl shows a range of pack sizes.
You want to snack without added salt, but aren’t sure whether to choose unroasted, fried or roasted cashews. Check these details separately: ‘unsalted’ doesn’t automatically tell you anything about oil or energy. Product information from PLUS, Albert Heijn and ALDI, among others, highlights this distinction.
Start with the portion you actually plan to eat. Then compare the ingredients, preparation method and pack size; the preparation description alone won’t tell you how much energy your portion contains.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g and calculate the value for your weighed portion. Use the nutrition table for the specific product you’re buying. | If you want to know in advance how much energy your snack will provide, weigh your portion and calculate it using the label; around 39% of consumers prioritise calories per portion. |
| How much you need for the week | Convert your planned portions into grams and choose a bag size that suits your needs. Follow the storage instructions on the pack. | If you’re buying for several occasions or people, you’ll want enough in stock without opening more than you need; around 31% of consumers prioritise planning their supplies. |
| Ingredients and salt | Check the ingredients list, salt content and allergen information separately. ‘Unsalted’ doesn’t automatically mean ‘no oil’. | If you want to choose a product based on its ingredients or salt content, check the specific pack; around 15% of consumers look at this first. |
| Preparation and flavour | Check whether the nuts are unroasted, fried or roasted, and which oils or flavourings are listed. | If you’re looking for a particular flavour or preparation method, compare these product details with the nutrition table; around 15% of consumers start with flavour and preparation. |
These descriptions refer to different qualities. The AH and Jumbo varieties checked list 622 kcal per 100 g; Duyvis describes an oven-prepared variety with no added oil, but with a savoury flavour mix.
Check energy, ingredients and salt separately, then calculate the energy in the portion you actually weigh out. The product details mentioned are from Albert Heijn, Jumbo and the manufacturer, Duyvis.
Albert Heijn lists four 25 g portions in a 100 g pack; 500 g is equivalent to twenty 25 g portions.
Divide your supply in advance into amounts that suit your planned snack breaks.
Nuts can lose their quality. The Voedingscentrum lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs to look out for in mixed unsalted nuts.
Choose an amount that suits your needs and store opened packs in a cool, dark, dry place in a sealed container. Follow the instructions on the specific pack.
On 20 May 2026, the NVWA warned of possible metal fragments in Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026.
Compare the product name, pack size, barcode and best-before date with the warning. Don’t eat the affected batch mentioned; don’t apply the warning to other packs unless the batch details match.
Relevant product: Cashews Original, described by the manufacturer as oven-roasted with no added oil.
The product information describes unsalted, fried cashews in 100 g and 170 g packs.
The product information includes unsalted 200 g and 500 g packs to suit different storage needs.
The Dutch product listing describes unsalted cashews in a 500 g pack.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted Unroasted Cashews, 200 g, may suit anyone looking for a simple ingredients list.
The product below is a dry-roasted cashew option. Check the nutrition table on the specific pack before comparing it with other cashews.
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A good choice if you’re looking for dry-roasted cashews; use the nutrition table on the specific pack to calculate the energy in your portion.
Pack size: 125 g. The product information lists cashew, peanut, gluten and wheat; check the pack if allergens are relevant to you.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. For example, at 622 kcal per 100 g, a 25 g portion provides 155.5 kcal; this is the value listed for the AH and Jumbo varieties checked. The Voedingscentrum gives an average of 154 kcal for 25 g of unsalted cashews, so use the value on your pack when calculating for your purchase.
Work out the amount in grams based on your planned portions and how many people will be eating them, then choose a pack size. Albert Heijn’s 100 g pack is equivalent to four 25 g portions; 500 g is equivalent to twenty 25 g portions. The right amount depends on your own plans.
Store opened packs in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container, and follow the instructions on the pack itself. For mixed unsalted nuts, the Voedingscentrum lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs of quality loss or spoilage.
No. These preparation descriptions don’t make cashews suitable for someone with a cashew allergy. Stichting Voedselallergie states that the nut allergen remains stable when heated. Check the allergen information on the specific pack and speak to a healthcare professional if you have questions about your individual circumstances.
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat the pack if its product name, pack size, barcode and best-before date match the warning. This batch warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs.
