One snack on the go
If you want to take a limited amount with you, check the number of portions on the label and think about how you’ll seal the rest. Albert Heijn lists four 25 g portions for its 100 g pack of unsalted cashews.
Which pack is handy for you?
Regular train traveller
If you travel often, you can measure out a portion from a larger bag at home. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place.
Label-conscious snacker
Check the exact preparation method and ingredients: unroasted, unsalted and oven-roasted without added oil don’t mean the same thing. Duyvis, PLUS and other brands list different ingredients for each variety.
What should you look for when choosing?
First decide how much you want to eat during the journey. Then choose a pack that’s practical to carry and lets you seal any leftovers securely.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who might this matter more to? |
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| Portion size | Compare the net weight with the portion size and number of portions shown on the label. | If you want to take a measured amount for one snack break, portion size matters more; around 33% of consumers put this first. |
| Storing leftovers | Check the storage instructions and consider how you’ll seal an opened bag. | If you want to keep the rest for after your journey, a practical way to reseal it is important; around 27% of consumers give taking food with them and storing it the highest priority. |
| Ingredients and preparation | Read the label for the exact variety; unroasted, unsalted and made without added oil are different characteristics. | If you’re choosing based on the ingredients or a savoury flavour, the ingredients and preparation method are key; around 27% of consumers put these characteristics first. |
| Label and warnings | Check the allergens and any batch details on the pack. | If you want to check that the exact pack meets your safety needs, read the warnings carefully too; around 13% of consumers make this their top priority when choosing. |
Common pitfalls
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Assuming ‘no added oil’ means unsalted
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil, but the savoury seasoning mix contains salt. So this description doesn’t mean the variety is unsalted.
Consider the preparation method and ingredients separately, and read the ingredients list for the variety you choose.
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Taking a big bag without a plan for leftovers
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place. So you’ll need a way to seal an opened bag.
Take only as much as you want to eat, or make sure you have a suitable resealable container or bag before you leave.
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Assuming a warning about one batch applies to the whole brand
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s 170 g pack of unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date (THT) 23-09-2026. The warning applies to that specific combination.
Check the full product and batch details. Don’t eat the specified product; don’t assume the warning applies to other varieties.
Brands and supermarket own-label options
Duyvis
Cashews Original is a savoury seasoned, oven-roasted variety in a 125 g pack.
- Duyvis describes this variety as roasted without added oil.
- The ingredients list also includes salt and other ingredients; the claim about oil doesn’t mean the product is unsalted.
Albert Heijn
The 100 g pack of unsalted cashews is a supermarket pack containing four labelled portions.
- The label gives a portion size of 25 g.
- The pack contains several portions, so it isn’t the same as one snack break.
Jumbo
The range includes unsalted and salted cashews in a variety of pack sizes.
- The 200 g salted variety reviewed lists cashews, sunflower oil and salt.
- These ingredients apply to the variety mentioned, not to all Jumbo cashews.
Lidl
Way To Go unsalted cashews are an option if you also consider information about the supply chain.
- According to Lidl, the products are Fairtrade-certified and the cashews are processed in Tanzania.
- This company information doesn’t tell you about the flavour or how easy it is to seal an opened pack.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s 250 g pack of roasted, unsalted cashews is a larger pack that you can portion out at home.
- The product variety mentioned is unsalted and roasted.
- The NVWA warning concerns a separate 170 g pack with a specific barcode and best-before date (THT); check the batch details on the pack.
PLUS
PLUS offers unsalted, unroasted and unsalted, roasted cashews in 200 g bags.
- The ingredients list for the unroasted variety contains cashews only.
- The roasted variety also lists sunflower oil; both packs mentioned state that they may contain peanuts.
Joybuy cashews for on the go
This selection of Joybuy products includes cashews ready to eat and larger bags that you can portion out in advance.
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Jiazhouyuanye original-flavour cashews 160 g
The description says these cashews are ready to eat.
The ingredients list states 100% cashew kernels; the pack contains 160 g.
Seal the pack tightly after opening.
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Verse Klassenoten salted cashews 150 g
The description presents these roasted cashews as a snack for on the go.
The ingredients list states 98% cashews, sunflower oil and salt. The pack contains 150 g.
Seal the pack tightly after opening and store the cashews in a cool, dry place.
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g'woon roasted, unsalted cashews 200 g
This larger bag is a good choice if you want to portion out a snack at home for your journey.
The product information describes roasted, unsalted cashews; the pack contains 200 g.
The description recommends sealing the opened pack tightly and storing it in a cool, dry place.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo salted cashews with skins 120 g
The product description mentions a sealed, portable pack for a snack on the go.
The pack contains 120 g of salted cashews with skins.
After opening, the description recommends storing them in a cool, dry place and eating the cashews soon.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
This savoury seasoned, oven-roasted variety is a good choice if you’re after seasoned cashews.
The description says they’re roasted without added oil and seasoned with a mix containing salt. The pack contains 125 g and lists 4–5 portions.
Measure out one portion for a snack and seal the rest tightly. Store the opened pack in a cool, dry place.
Frequently asked questions
How should you store cashews if you don’t finish the bag?
Store cashews in a tightly sealed, dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool, for example at 10 to 15 °C. Follow the instructions on the pack too; the Duyvis information reviewed recommends storing an opened bag in a light- and airtight container.
Is an unsalted variety automatically suitable for someone with a food allergy?
No. Unsalted doesn’t tell you anything about allergens. Cashews themselves are an allergen, so check the exact pack for information about other possible allergens too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre warns that even a small amount can cause symptoms if you have a food allergy.
Does the ALDI warning apply to all Trader Joe’s cashews?
No. The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerns 170 g packs of unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date (THT) 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Don’t eat that specific product; the warning doesn’t automatically apply to other varieties.
What should you do with the empty pack on the NS train?
According to the official NS house rules, put your rubbish in a bin; the rules also say you can take it with you. That way, you’ll leave the train tidy.
Are whole cashews automatically suitable as a snack for young children?
No, don’t assume they are. The Jumbo pack reviewed warns that young children can choke on nuts. This product warning isn’t a general legal age limit, so follow the warning on the pack.