Start by asking yourself whether you’re looking for a low fat content per 100 g or simply want to serve smaller portions: these are different goals. For solid foods, the European Commission defines the claim ‘low fat’ as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. Also compare saturated fat and energy on the same basis, and check the ingredients and allergen information for your guests.
You want a low fat content per 100 g and don’t want to assume that unsalted nuts are automatically low in fat. Compare the nutrition table for the exact product with the European Commission’s threshold for the ‘low fat’ claim.
You want to serve regular nuts, but decide in advance how much to put in each bowl. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a portion for nutritional calculations; this is a nutrition reference, not a set party portion.
If your guests have a relevant food allergy, check the ingredients and warnings on the packaging before serving. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority highlights allergen information as something to look out for on prepacked products.
For solid foods, the European Commission defines the ‘low fat’ claim as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. A smaller portion is not the same as a lower fat content per 100 g.
| What to consider | What to look for | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat content | Compare total fat, saturated fat and energy per 100 g for the exact product. Don’t use ‘low fat’ as a synonym for ‘unsalted’. | If I mainly want to assess the fat content, I compare the values per 100 g rather than looking only at the portion. Around 40% of consumers prioritise fat content. |
| Portion size | Weigh the amount you serve and take the net weight into account. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as a reference portion for unsalted nuts. | If I want to limit how much goes on the party table, I set out a weighed portion rather than automatically putting out the whole bag. Around 30% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Allergens | Check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the current packaging; peanuts and nuts are listed separately. | If guests have a relevant food allergy, I read the label first, before weighing up flavour or nutritional value. Around 20% of consumers prioritise allergen information. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight, whether the packaging can be resealed and the storage instructions. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre advises storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place. | If I’m planning several bowls, I want to know how much is in the pack and how to store what’s left. Around 10% of consumers prioritise convenient packaging. |
‘Unsalted’ tells you about salt, not fat. The product table for Jumbo Unsalted Cashews lists 48,6 g of fat per 100 g. That’s above the 3 g per 100 g threshold for the ‘low fat’ claim for solid foods, as set out by the European Commission.
Check salt and fat separately, and read the per-100 g values for the product you’re planning to buy.
The tables examined list 48,6 g of total fat and 8,2 g of saturated fat per 100 g for Jumbo Unsalted Cashews. PLUS Walnuts list 67,996 g of total fat and 7,02 g of saturated fat per 100 g. These product values, provided by Jumbo and PLUS, show why one figure alone doesn’t tell the whole story.
Compare total fat, saturated fat and energy on the same basis, then decide which buying goal matters most to you.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g of unsalted nuts as a reference portion. The Jumbo cashew pack examined contains 200 g, so the pack size is not the same as that reference portion.
Weigh out the amount for your bowls and follow the storage instructions on the packaging for the rest.
Duyvis offers, among other things, coated party snacks, tiger nuts, peanuts and mixes for sharing.
The AH Chestnuts product page listed 2,7 g of fat per 100 g and cooking instructions.
The nutrition table for Jumbo Unsalted Cashews 200 g gives values for this specific product.
Lidl presents Alesto as a range of nuts, dried fruit and party snacks.
Under the Trader Joe’s brand, ALDI lists an unroasted nut mix containing hazelnuts, cashews, walnuts and almonds.
The table for PLUS Walnuts (ongb) per 110 g tub lists nutrition values and allergen information for this product.
These Joybuy product picks are chestnuts for anyone looking for this type of snack for a party. Before choosing based on fat content or suitability for your guests, compare the nutrition table and ingredients on the exact pack.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for chestnuts for a party; check the nutrition table and ingredients on this pack before choosing.
Pack size according to the product name: 220 g.
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Worth considering if you’re thinking of serving chestnuts at a party; check the nutrition table and ingredients on this pack before choosing.
Pack size according to the product name: 300 g.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for chestnuts for a party in individual sachets; check the nutrition table and ingredients on the pack.
The product name states 1 kg, divided into 10 sachets, with peeled chestnuts that are ready to eat.
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Worth considering if you’re looking for chestnuts as a party snack; check the nutrition table and ingredients on this pack before choosing.
Pack size according to the product name: 120 g.
The product information lists sugar; the table gives 18 g of sugars per 100 g.
For solid foods, the European Commission defines the ‘low fat’ claim as no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g. So check the value per 100 g on the exact pack, not just the amount in one portion.
The product instructions for the AH Chestnuts examined say to carefully score a cross into them, roast them in a 200 °C oven for 15–20 minutes, then leave them to cool slightly before peeling. These instructions apply to that product and don’t automatically apply to pre-cooked chestnuts.
Store nuts in a sealed container in a dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping them somewhere cool at 10–15 °C; also follow the storage instructions on the packaging of the exact product.
No, you can’t determine that from the product category alone. According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, peanuts are not related to the nut family, and allergies to both don’t always occur together. Talk to your guest about their allergy and check the current label.
The NVWA says that, since 1 January 2026, it has been checking during inspections that the rules for allergen cross-contamination warnings are being followed. This concerns checks on the labels of prepacked products, not a separate purchase permit for a private party.
