A weighed daily snack
You want to know how much energy you’re actually eating, so you use the nutritional information for the exact product and the weight of your portion.
Who is this guide for?
An unsalted snack choice
You’re looking for unsalted nuts and want to assess that preference separately from the kcal per 100 g and the energy in your portion.
A stock-up shopper who portions snacks yourself
You buy ahead for several snack breaks and consider the pack size, portioning and storage advice for the specific variety.
What should you look for when buying?
First, compare kcal per 100 g and use this to calculate the energy in your own weighed portion. Then assess the ingredients, packaging and label separately.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Calories per serving | Compare kcal per 100 g and weigh the amount you actually eat. | If I want to know how much energy is in my own snack, I weigh my portion and calculate it using the label. Around 36% of consumers prioritise keeping track of calories per portion. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check that the product is labelled unsalted and assess its nutritional information separately. | If I’m mainly looking for unsalted nuts, I don’t want to mistake that choice for a calorie benefit. Around 29% of consumers prioritise unsalted ingredients. |
| Stocking up and storage | Check the net weight and the storage instructions for the opened pack. | If I buy nuts for several snack breaks, I want to be able to portion them myself and store them appropriately. Around 21% of consumers prioritise a practical snack stash. |
| Allergens and sharing | Read the ingredients and allergen warnings for the exact variety. | If I’m sharing snacks with someone who needs to avoid allergens, I check the current label on that specific pack. Around 14% of consumers prioritise allergen suitability. |
Common buying mistakes
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Assuming that unsalted nuts or a small portion means they’re low in calories
Unsalted nuts can still contain a lot of energy per 100 g. Being unsalted and the number of kcal are separate characteristics.
Consider the ingredients, kcal per 100 g and the weight of your own portion separately. Don’t use a nutrition claim as a substitute for the nutrition table.
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Treating the contents of a large bag as one snack portion
Pack sizes of 200 g, 250 g or 500 g show the net weight, not how much you eat at one snack break.
Weigh the amount you want to eat, and follow the storage advice on the pack for the rest.
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Applying a product warning to an entire brand, or ignoring an affected pack
The NVWA warning concerns TRADER JOE'S unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. Albert Heijn issued a specific warning for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. These warnings apply to the products listed, not automatically to every product from those brands.
Compare the product name, pack size, best-before date and, where provided, barcode with the official warning. Do not eat a pack that matches an affected product.
Relevant brands and retailer references
Duyvis
A useful reference for unsalted peanuts and almonds in this selection.
- PLUS lists 614 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts, 235 g. You can use this figure to calculate the energy in a weighed portion.
- The nutritional information applies to this specific peanut variety. Being unsalted doesn’t in itself mean it contains fewer calories.
Albert Heijn
AH Unsalted Cashews are a supermarket own-brand option if you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashews.
- Albert Heijn lists the unsalted variety on its product page.
- Albert Heijn advises checking the current pack, as product information can change. The variety name doesn’t show that it has fewer calories than other products.
Jumbo
A retailer reference for unsalted cashews available in different pack sizes.
- Jumbo lists a 200 g pack of unsalted cashews.
- The storage information for the 130 g variety applies to that specific pack. Check the instructions on the variety you buy.
Lidl
A retailer reference for a 200 g mix of unroasted, unsalted nuts.
- Lidl lists how the nuts are prepared and the pack size, which can help you choose a size for stocking up.
- The preparation method and unsalted label don’t establish how the calorie content compares with other nuts.
ALDI
A retailer reference for TRADER JOE’S roasted, unsalted cashews, 250 g.
- ALDI’s product information lists the preparation method, the unsalted variety and the pack size.
- An NVWA warning refers to a separate 170 g pack of TRADER JOE’S unsalted cashews. Check warnings for the specific product and batch; don’t automatically apply them to the 250 g pack.
PLUS
A retailer reference for an own-brand nut mix and for product information about a specific Duyvis peanut variety.
- PLUS lists a 500 g mix of unroasted, unsalted nuts. The Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts product page gives nutritional information for that separate variety.
- The Duyvis nutritional information describes the Duyvis variety and says nothing about the nutritional values of the PLUS nut mix.
Nut products at Joybuy
These Joybuy products are worth considering if you want to weigh out nut snacks or stock up for several snack breaks. The nutritional information provided can help you calculate the energy in your portions.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts, 160 g
A good choice if you want to weigh out cashews and calculate the energy in your portion.
Joybuy product information lists 604 kcal per 100 g and a pack size of 160 g.
Ingredients: 100% cashew kernels. Contains cashews.
The product information advises storing the pack sealed after opening.
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g'woon Raw Unsalted Almonds, 200 g
A good fit if you want to weigh out raw, unsalted almonds for a snack.
Joybuy product information lists 591 kcal per 100 g and a pack size of 200 g.
Contains almonds. The product information advises keeping the opened pack sealed in a cool, dry place.
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Anatolia Badem Natural Almonds, 500 g
A good choice if you want a larger supply of almonds to portion out for several snack breaks.
Joybuy product information lists 578 kcal per 100 g and a pack size of 500 g.
Ingredients: 100% almond kernels. Contains almonds.
The product information advises storing the pack sealed after opening.
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g'woon Roasted Unsalted Cashews, 200 g
A good fit if you want to weigh out roasted, unsalted cashews for a snack.
Joybuy product information lists 596 kcal per 100 g and a pack size of 200 g.
Contains cashews.
The product information advises keeping the opened pack sealed in a cool, dry place.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix, 750 g, 30 sachets
A good fit if you want pre-portioned snack sachets for several occasions.
Joybuy product information lists 564 kcal per 100 g and 30 sachets of 25 g. This means each sachet contains 141 kcal, based on the calculation.
This is a mix of nuts and dried fruit. Sugar is listed among the ingredients for the dried cranberries.
Frequently asked questions
How do you calculate the calories in your own portion?
Multiply the kcal per 100 g by the weight of your portion, then divide by 100. PLUS lists 614 kcal per 100 g for Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts, 235 g: 15 g works out at 92.1 kcal, and 25 g at 153.5 kcal. These are calculations, not personal portion advice.
Are unsalted nuts automatically low in calories?
No. Voedingscentrum lists 164 kcal for a typical 25 g handful of unsalted nuts. Being unsalted and the amount of energy are separate characteristics. To help you choose, compare the nutrition table for the exact product with the amount you plan to eat.
How should you store an opened pack of snacks?
Follow the advice for the exact pack. For Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts, 235 g, PLUS advises storing the product in a cool, dry place and recommends transferring an opened bag to a light- and airtight container. Jumbo’s information for 130 g cashews says to store them in a cool, dry, dark place.
What should you check if someone has a nut allergy?
Check the ingredients and allergen warnings on the current label for the exact variety. An unsalted label tells you nothing about allergens. PLUS states that Duyvis Unsalted Peanuts contains peanuts and may contain nuts. According to the NVWA, new Dutch rules for warnings about allergens that unintentionally end up in food have applied since 1 January 2026. This is not individual confirmation that a product is safe for someone with an allergy.
What should you do with a pack listed in a recall warning?
Do not eat a pack that matches the product and details listed in the warning. The NVWA warning concerns TRADER JOE’S unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The Albert Heijn warning names AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. Compare the product details with the official warning and follow the instructions given there.