For a coffee break, choose cashews based on your weighed portion, salt preference and the nutrition information on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.3 grams of protein and 154 kilocalories for a 25-gram handful of unsalted cashews. This is a reference value for this type of product, not necessarily for every brand or variety. If you exercise, consider your protein intake across your whole diet: according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise do not need a special protein shake or protein bar.
You want to know how much protein a handful of cashews contributes, without treating a coffee-break snack as a complete assessment of your diet. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.3 grams of protein per 25-gram handful of unsalted cashews.
You’re looking for a simple snack to have with your morning coffee and want to be able to weigh your portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a reference portion for a handful of unsalted cashews.
You’re choosing mainly on taste or how they’re prepared, but also want to know how much salt and protein your portion contains. Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted; check the label for any other variety.
First compare protein and energy on the same basis, then work out the figures for your own portion. Next, choose based on salt content, how the cashews have been prepared and a pack size that suits your needs.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who should consider this? |
|---|---|---|
| Protein per portion | Compare protein and energy per 100 grams, then work out both values for your weighed portion. | If you want to know how much a handful adds to your protein intake, the value per portion is more useful than the value per 100 grams alone. Around 36% of consumers put protein content first. |
| Salt and variety | Check whether the variety is salted or unsalted, and read the salt content on the pack. | If you’d rather avoid added salt with your coffee, check the exact product name and nutrition table. Around 29% of consumers make avoiding salt their main consideration. |
| Portion and packaging | Weigh your usual portion, choose a pack size that suits how you use it and follow the storage advice on the pack. | If you regularly have a small snack, portion size and storage may influence which bag you choose. Around 21% of consumers prioritise a practical portioning routine. |
| Taste and preparation | Distinguish between unroasted, roasted and salted cashews; these descriptions alone do not indicate a higher protein content. | If a savoury or roasted flavour is your first choice, check the salt and energy content on the label too. Around 14% of consumers make taste and preparation their main priority. |
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, a 25-gram handful of unsalted cashews provides 5.3 grams of protein and 154 kilocalories. The value per 100 grams on the label doesn’t directly tell you what your portion contributes.
Weigh your usual amount and compare both the protein and energy for that same portion.
The Dutch listing for Duyvis Oven Roasted Gezouten Cashew Noten 125g gives 19 grams of protein, 604 kilocalories and 1.5 grams of salt per 100 grams. These values apply to the listed variety and not necessarily to other products.
Check the full variety name and nutrition table; the preparation method doesn’t tell you everything about what’s in the product.
Pack sizes can vary. For opened unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives a storage life of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; quality may deteriorate after that.
Choose an amount that suits how you use the cashews and follow the storage advice for your product.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerned 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 applies to that specific batch, not necessarily to other packs or batches.
If your product matches the batch details, don’t eat it. A passed best-before date does not make a product covered by the warning safe.
A relevant choice if you’re looking for a savoury, oven-roasted cashew variety. Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
An own-brand option if you’re looking for unsalted cashews to snack on with your morning coffee.
The listed range includes unsalted cashews in different pack sizes.
Lidl lists unsalted cashews and a Way To Go range for shoppers who also want information about the supply chain.
The listed ALDI product is TRADER JOE'S cashew nuts, roasted and unsalted, 250 g.
An option if you’re specifically looking for unroasted, unsalted cashews.
This selection includes unsalted and salted cashews in different pack sizes and with different nutrition values. Compare the variety and the values per 100 g with your own portion.
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The product description lists cashew kernels as the only ingredient; the nutrition values can help you work out what a portion provides.
Per 100 g: 19.8 g of protein, 604 kcal and 0.028 g of salt. Pack size: 160 g.
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This roasted variety may suit you if you’re looking for savoury cashews; take the listed salt content into account when choosing.
Per 100 g: 18 g of protein and 0.92 g of salt. The product description says they are roasted without added fat or oil.
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The title identifies this as a salted variety; check the salt content if you want to take it into account when choosing a snack.
Per 100 g: 21.0 g of protein and 1.0 g of salt. Pack size: 150 g.
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The product title describes these as roasted, unsalted cashews; check the nutrition values for the exact variety.
Per 100 g: 18.67 g of protein, 596 kcal and 0.067 g of salt. Pack size: 200 g.
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The product description lists a 500 g pack for snacking or adding to dishes; bear in mind that this is a salted variety.
Per 100 g: 16.4 g of protein and 1.2 g of salt.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 5.3 grams of protein per 25-gram handful of unsalted cashews. This is a reference value for that type of product; for a salted or differently prepared brand variety, use the nutrition information for that variety.
Not necessarily. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, most people who exercise don’t need special protein shakes or bars if they eat a healthy, varied diet. Protein needs may be higher with strength or endurance training, so consider your whole diet, not just a snack with your coffee.
First compare the nutrition values per 100 grams, then work them out for your weighed portion. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a reference for a handful of unsalted cashews; this is not a prescribed portion size.
Check the current allergen information on the pack for the exact variety. The NVWA explains that allergens must be clearly and correctly stated on the label; Stichting Voedselallergie lists cashews among the types of nuts that must be declared in Europe.
The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerned 170-gram packs of TRADER JOE’S unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat a product that matches these batch details; the warning does not necessarily apply to other packs or batches.
