Regular walkers who share supplies
You buy cashew nuts for several walks and eat them at home too. A larger pack makes sense if you’ll use it all and store it properly once opened.
Who are these options for?
Occasional walkers who don’t use many
You don’t want to open a large pack if you only walk from time to time. A smaller bag may suit how much you use better. Decide separately how much to take with you on each walk.
Shoppers who pay attention to the variety
For example, you may look for unsalted or unroasted cashew nuts, or for a certification mark displayed on the specific pack. These characteristics are separate from how much your household uses.
What should you look for when buying?
First, choose a variety that suits your preferences, then match the pack size to how much you use. Work out how much you need for your walk separately from how much you buy for home.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this most relevant to? |
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| Pack size and how much you use | Check the net weight and think about how often you’ll use the bag and how many people you’ll share it with. | If I’m buying for several walks and for home, I want to make sure I use all the contents. Around 29% of consumers prioritise matching the quantity to how much they use. |
| Taking them along and portioning | Decide for yourself how much to take; a retail pack is not automatically one walking portion. | For a walk, I want to take an amount that suits my route without putting the whole pack in my bag. Around 23% of consumers start by considering how to carry and portion their nuts. |
| Salt and processing | Read the variety name and ingredients; unroasted, oven-roasted and unsalted do not mean the same thing. | If I’m watching my salt intake or checking how the nuts are processed, I want to be able to check these characteristics separately. Around 18% of consumers prioritise the product variety. |
| Storage after opening | Follow the storage instructions on the pack and consider how quickly you’ll use the contents. | If my consumption varies, I want to avoid leaving a large pack unused. Around 18% of consumers focus mainly on storage and keeping their supplies in good condition. |
| Certification mark on the pack | Check whether the mark appears on the specific variety; don’t rely on a general industry aim. | If a certification mark affects my choice, I want to be able to find it on the bag itself. Around 12% of consumers prioritise verifiable certification. |
Pitfalls to avoid when choosing
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Assuming the date on an unopened pack guarantees how long it will keep after opening
According to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre, the printed date often no longer applies in the same way once a pack is opened. The quality of the cashew nuts may depend on how you store them afterwards.
Follow the storage instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs that mixed unsalted nuts have spoiled; this is not a fixed shelf life for every type of cashew nut.
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Taking a future certification target as proof that a pack is certified now
In 2024, the CBL announced a target for sustainably certified own-brand cashew snack nuts by 2030. This does not confirm that every pack is already certified.
Check the certification mark on the variety you’re buying. A mark shown on one product does not automatically apply to a brand’s entire range.
Brands and cashew varieties to consider
Duyvis
An option if you’re looking for a savoury, roasted variety. The retail pack mentioned contains 125 g and is salted.
- The manufacturer says Cashews Original are oven-roasted without added oil.
- Without added oil does not mean unsalted; check the variety on the pack.
Albert Heijn
AH Terra Unroasted Cashew Nuts are an option if you’re looking for unroasted cashew nuts in a larger pack.
- The product page lists a 500 g pack.
- Read the latest information on the pack before using the cashew nuts.
Jumbo
The 500 g unsalted value pack may suit repeated use or sharing at home.
- The product name specifies unsalted cashew nuts and 500 g.
- Match the larger quantity to how much you use and follow the storage instructions.
Lidl
The product name is a useful starting point if you’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts.
- The variety mentioned is labelled as unsalted cashew nuts.
- Check the latest product information and packaging before buying.
ALDI
The Trader Joe’s product line mentioned includes a 250 g roasted, unsalted variety and a 500 g range with salted and unsalted options.
- The varieties and pack weights are listed separately.
- Check which salt variety is shown on the specific pack.
PLUS
There are separately listed 200 g unsalted, unroasted and Fairtrade varieties.
- The product names make it easy to identify the characteristics of each variety.
- The characteristics of one variety do not automatically apply to all the brand’s cashew nuts.
Cashew nuts at Joybuy
This selection includes cashew nuts in packs from 120 to 500 g, including salted and unsalted varieties. Choose a size that suits how much you use and check the characteristics of the variety.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour cashew nuts, 160 g
The 160 g pack is a good choice if you’re looking for a smaller quantity.
The product description states that it contains 100% cashew kernels. Once opened, store in a cool, dry place and reseal the pack.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
This smaller pack is a good choice if you’re looking for a salted, oven-roasted variety.
The description lists cashew nuts and salt, and states that the pack contains 4–5 portions.
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Three Squirrels Purple-Shell Cashews, 500 g
The 500 g pack may suit repeated use or sharing, provided you’ll use the quantity.
The ingredients description lists 99% cashew nuts and salt.
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g’woon roasted, unsalted cashew nuts, 200 g
An option if you’re looking for an unsalted variety in a 200 g pack.
The product description recommends keeping the pack tightly closed after opening.
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Xue Ji Chaohuo salted cashew nuts in shell, 120 g
This 120 g pack is an option if you’re specifically looking for salted cashew nuts in their shells.
The description states that the sealed pack is suitable for taking with you.
Frequently asked questions
How should I store an opened bag of cashew nuts?
Follow the storage instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that the printed best-before date often no longer applies in the same way after opening. General storage information for mixed nuts is not a guarantee for every type of cashew nut.
Is a retail pack also the right amount to take on a walk?
Not necessarily. Match the amount you take to your route, and keep your walking portion separate from the pack you bought. Wandel.nl stresses that you should plan to take enough food and drink on longer walks; cashew nuts alone will not automatically provide everything you need for a walk.
Does roasting without oil mean that cashew nuts are unsalted?
No, these are different characteristics. Duyvis describes its cashews as oven-roasted without added oil, while the retail variety mentioned is salted. Check the salt content and processing method separately in the product information.
Does a 2030 target prove that a bag is already certified?
No. The target announced by the CBL in 2024 does not confirm that every pack currently on sale is certified. Check the certification mark on the specific variety you’re buying.
Does the NVWA warning from May 2026 apply to all Trader Joe’s cashew nuts?
No, the warning applies specifically to Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. On 20 May 2026, the NVWA reported that this product may contain metal particles and should not be eaten. Do not assume the warning applies to other packs or varieties.