The variants checked from PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn contain 598 to 622 kcal per 100 g and are not low in energy. Under the European Commission’s rules, a solid food can only make this claim if it contains no more than 40 kcal per 100 g. If you want to keep an eye on your energy intake, weigh your portion and compare the nutritional information on the label rather than relying on terms such as unsalted or no added oil. A large pack is best suited to regular use and proper storage; if you use cashews slowly, a smaller pack may be a better choice.
You want to keep enjoying cashews while keeping an eye on the energy in your snack. Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh your portion; terms such as natural or no added oil don’t tell you how much energy you’re consuming.
You use cashews often and want a pack size that suits your needs. Compare the price per kilo for the same recipe and think about how you’ll seal the pack properly once opened.
You snack occasionally and would rather not open a large pack all at once. A smaller pack may suit your needs better; also check the storage advice and best-before date.
If you’re stocking up on cashews for more mindful snacking, it helps to decide whether portion size, stock levels, storage or ingredients are your top priority.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Energy per portion | Compare kcal per 100 g on the labels and weigh your portion. PLUS lists 598 kcal; Jumbo and Albert Heijn list 622 kcal per 100 g. | If I want to manage the energy in my snack, I check both the value on the label and the amount I’ve weighed out; around 38% of consumers say energy per portion is their top priority. |
| Stock and pack size | Choose a net weight that suits your needs and compare the price per kilo for the same recipe. Jumbo lists 200 g and 500 g packs with the same ingredient proportions. | If I use cashews regularly, I want enough in stock without buying more than I can use; around 31% of consumers prioritise value for money and pack size. |
| Storage after opening | Use an airtight container and follow the storage advice on the packaging too. Voedingscentrum recommends keeping unsalted cashews in a kitchen cupboard for six months or in the freezer for one year. | If I use cashews slowly, I want to know how to store an opened pack properly; around 23% of consumers focus on shelf life and quality after opening. |
| Flavour and ingredients | Check the ingredients and salt content separately. Duyvis describes Cashews Original as made without added oil, but it also contains salt and flavourings. | If I’m mainly looking for a particular flavour or recipe, I check the ingredients and salt content; around 8% of consumers put flavour and ingredients first. |
Unsalted refers to salt, not energy. The labels on the PLUS, Jumbo and Albert Heijn variants checked list 598 to 622 kcal per 100 g.
Compare the kcal per 100 g on the pack and weigh the amount you eat.
A 500 g pack contains twenty 25 g portions if you weigh out 25 g per portion. Once opened, a larger pack calls for regular use and proper storage; Voedingscentrum recommends keeping nuts in an airtight container.
Choose a pack size based on how often you eat cashews, and seal the opened pack properly.
Duyvis says Cashews Original is made without added oil, but the ingredients also include salt and flavourings. The way a product is made doesn’t, by itself, tell you how much energy a portion contains.
Check the ingredients, salt and energy separately on the label.
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning reports possible metal particles and says not to eat the cashews specified; it does not apply to all ALDI cashews.
Compare the brand, pack size, barcode and best-before date with the official warning. Do not eat the affected pack.
Cashews Original is a savoury, oven-roasted variety in a 125 g pack.
AH Unsalted Cashews is a 170 g variety with extra-large, roasted cashews.
The unsalted cashews are available in the 200 g and 500 g packs checked.
Lidl sells cashews in its Alesto range, including Way To Go cashews with a Fairtrade focus.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
PLUS Unsalted, Unroasted Cashews come in a 200 g pack and are a simple option if that’s what you’re looking for.
This selection at Joybuy includes different pack sizes and recipes, including salted and unsalted cashews.
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The Joybuy title says dry roasted cashews, while the product description refers to Sea Salt; check the variety before ordering. The title lists a 125 g pack.
Contains cashews, a tree nut allergen.
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This 160 g pack may suit you if you use cashews more slowly. The Joybuy product description lists cashew kernels as the only ingredient and 604 kcal per 100 g.
Contains cashew kernels, a tree nut allergen.
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The title lists roasted, unsalted cashews in a 200 g pack. The Joybuy product description names cashews as the only ingredient and lists 596 kcal per 100 g.
The description recommends resealing the pack securely after opening. Contains cashews, a tree nut allergen.
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The ingredients list includes cashews, sunflower oil and salt. The Joybuy product description lists 2555 kJ per 100 g and recommends resealing the pack after opening.
Contains cashews, a tree nut allergen; the ingredients list includes added salt.
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The product title lists cashews with skin in a 120 g pack. Joybuy lists 596 kcal per 100 g and includes cashews and salt in the ingredients list.
The product description recommends consuming the contents soon after opening. Contains cashews, a tree nut allergen; the ingredients list includes added salt.
No. A smaller portion doesn’t make a product low in energy. Under the European Commission’s rules, the limit for making this claim on solid foods is 40 kcal per 100 g. To claim reduced energy, the product must contain at least 30% less energy than a comparable product, and the reason for the reduction must be stated.
Multiply the kcal per 100 g on your pack by the number of grams in your weighed portion, then divide by 100. For 25 g of the PLUS variety, that works out as 598 × 25 ÷ 100 = 149,5 kcal; PLUS lists 598 kcal per 100 g.
Store cashews in an airtight container and follow the advice on the packaging. Voedingscentrum recommends keeping unsalted cashews in a kitchen cupboard for six months or in the freezer for one year.
Check the ingredients, allergens, net weight, nutritional information, best-before date and batch code for the exact pack you’re buying. Business.gov.nl says that mandatory label information must be available online and provided in Dutch. Since 1 January 2026, the NVWA has been overseeing new rules on warnings about the unintended cross-contamination of allergens.
No. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 applies only to Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The warning reports possible metal particles and says not to eat the cashews specified. The best-before date has now passed; the warning does not apply to all ALDI cashews.
