Households sharing snacks
You’re looking for enough cashews for several people and want to choose a quantity that suits how much you use, rather than automatically opting for the largest bag.
Who are the options for?
Students looking for an unsalted snack
You want to have unsalted cashews ready to snack on while studying, then choose a preparation method and quantity that suit your needs. This says nothing about academic performance.
Individuals who prefer a smaller supply
You’d rather buy a smaller quantity, such as 200–250 g, so you don’t have to open a larger pack. Check that the size suits how you use them.
What should you consider when choosing?
First, work out how many cashews you’ll eat yourself or share with others. Then consider the salt content, preparation method and how to store the opened pack separately.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this most important for? |
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| Pack size | Choose a net weight that suits how much you use yourself or share with others. | If I’m considering a larger bag, I want the contents to match how much I use myself or share with others; around 42% of consumers prioritise this consideration. |
| Unsalted option | Read the product name and label: unsalted and unroasted are different characteristics. | For a snack I regularly have ready, I want cashews that are explicitly labelled unsalted; around 25% of consumers prioritise this choice. |
| Stock and storage | Choose a quantity that suits how much you use, and follow the storage instructions on the packaging. | If I eat alone or don’t eat cashews often, I don’t want to open more than I’ll use; around 17% of consumers focus mainly on managing their supply this way. |
| Flavour and preparation | Check separately whether the cashews are salted and how they have been prepared. | If I’m looking for a savoury option, I want to be able to assess the salt content and preparation method separately; around 16% of consumers prioritise this choice of flavour. |
Common pitfalls
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Confusing ‘no added oil’ with ‘unsalted’
A description of how cashews are prepared doesn’t necessarily tell you whether salt has been added. A salted product may also be made without added oil.
Check the salt option and preparation method separately in the product name and on the packaging.
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Choosing a large bag without considering storage
Quality can deteriorate after opening. For opened, unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; quality may decline after that.
Choose a size that suits how much you use and follow the storage advice on the packaging.
Brands to compare
Albert Heijn
An option if you’re looking for unroasted cashews in a larger pack.
- Albert Heijn’s product page lists AH Terra unroasted cashews in a 500 g pack.
- The product name says unroasted; check separately whether the option is also unsalted.
Jumbo
The range reviewed includes salted and unsalted options, including a value pack.
- Jumbo lists a 500 g pack of unsalted cashews and a smaller 200 g unsalted option.
- Check which salt option you’re choosing: the pack size alone doesn’t tell you which version you’re ordering.
Lidl
Alesto’s product description features a roasted, unsalted option.
- Chosen Product of the Year Netherlands describes Alesto cashews as roasted, unsalted and packed in 500 g bags.
- This description applies to this particular product; a brand’s own product presentation is not an independent taste comparison.
ALDI
TRADER JOE'S is an option to compare across different pack sizes and preparations.
- ALDI lists a 250 g roasted, unsalted option. The 500 g product page mentions salted and unsalted options.
- Check the specific pack and salt option; one product page may describe more than one version.
PLUS
A smaller option if you’re looking for unroasted, unsalted cashews.
- PLUS lists unroasted, unsalted cashews in a 200 g bag.
- Unroasted describes how the cashews are prepared and doesn’t automatically mean other pack sizes are the same.
Duyvis
An option to consider if you’re comparing savoury or oven-roasted varieties.
- Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- ‘No added oil’ doesn’t mean the product is unsalted. The salted option reviewed comes in a 125 g pack.
Cashews on Joybuy
Joybuy cashews for snacking, from larger packs to share to smaller options. Check the salt information for each product.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell cashews 500 g
The 500 g pack and lightly salted option are well suited to regular snacking or sharing.
The product description says these cashews have purple skins and are lightly salted.
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Be&Cheery cashews with purple skin, 180 grade, 500 g
The product description lists a 500 g pack for snacking or sharing, in a lightly salted option.
‘180 grade’ appears in the product name; the description also mentions using them in baking.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160 g
The 160 g pack is a good fit if you’re looking for a smaller quantity to snack on or add to yoghurt and muesli.
The product description says these are 100% cashew kernels and ready to eat.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
This smaller pack is a good option if you’re after a savoury cashew snack rather than a large supply.
The product information says they are dry-roasted with sea salt and no added oil; the description mentions 4–5 servings.
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Verse Klassenoten salted cashews 150 g
The 150 g pack is a smaller option if you’re looking for salted cashews.
The product information lists roasted cashews and sunflower oil.
Frequently asked questions
Should I choose unroasted cashews if I want them unsalted?
No. Unroasted and unsalted are separate characteristics. ALDI lists a 250 g bag of roasted, unsalted cashews; PLUS lists a 200 g bag of unroasted, unsalted cashews. Check both characteristics separately.
How many servings are there in 500 g of cashews?
At a reference serving size of 25 g, 500 g makes twenty servings and 250 g makes ten. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as an example of a handful of nuts; this is not individual dietary advice.
How long can I keep opened cashews?
For opened, unsalted cashews, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer; quality may decline after that. Also follow the storage advice on the packaging and look out for signs of spoilage.
What allergen information should I check on the packaging?
The NVWA says that allergens must be clearly listed on the labels of prepacked foods. Cashews are an allergen; if you’re sharing snacks, also check the packaging for up-to-date information about other allergens.
Does the NVWA warning about ALDI apply to all cashews?
No. The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of TRADER JOE'S unsalted cashews, with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026. Do not eat this specific product; the warning does not automatically apply to other packs.