A measured snack for film night
For anyone who wants to keep eating nuts but decide on the amount in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends a handful of unsalted nuts and alternating between different types.
Who is this guide for?
Roasted flavour without added oil
For anyone specifically looking for oven-roasted nuts made without added oil. Duyvis describes Cashews Original this way; that method of preparation does not prove a lower overall fat content.
Unsalted nuts as a snack
For anyone who prioritises unsalted varieties and mixing up the types of nuts they eat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice on unsalted nuts does not in itself say anything about fat reduction.
What should you look for in nuts for a film night?
First decide whether you’re looking for a demonstrably lower fat content per 100 g, or simply want to eat less fat while watching a film. In the latter case, portion size and the exact product variant matter too.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who is this important for? |
|---|---|---|
| Demonstrably less fat | Compare the fat per 100 g, the basis for comparison and the evidence supporting any nutrition claim for that exact variant. | If I’m mainly looking for a substantiated reduction in fat content, I want to be able to assess the claim and comparison; around 36% of consumers put proven fat reduction at the top of their buying priorities. |
| Fat in the portion you eat | Weigh the portion and work out the fat per portion based on the nutritional values per 100 g. A smaller portion of the same product contains proportionally less fat. | If you want to decide in advance how much you’ll eat during the film, you can focus on portion size rather than just the packaging; around 29% of consumers put portion control first. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check whether the exact variant is unsalted and which types of nuts are in a mix. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts and variety. | If I’m mainly looking for unsalted nuts and variety, I check the variant and the ingredients in a mix; around 21% of consumers give this priority. |
| Roasted without added oil | Check whether the preparation method for the exact variant is stated to be without added oil; assess the fat content and any claim separately. | If you want roasted nuts without oil added during preparation, you can check for that description separately; around 14% of consumers prioritise this preparation method. |
Common mistakes
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Treating ‘no added oil’ as proof of reduced fat
A description of how a product is made does not automatically tell you its total fat content compared with similar products.
Assess the preparation method and any nutrition claim separately for the exact variant.
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Confusing unsalted with lower fat
Unsalted describes a different aspect of the product and does not prove a lower fat content.
Choose unsalted if that’s your priority, but check the nutritional values separately if you want to compare fat content.
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Counting a whole pack as one snack portion
The amount you eat affects your total fat intake, even if you choose the same product.
Decide on your portion in advance and keep it separate from the total pack weight.
Brands to explore
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- The preparation method is stated explicitly for this product.
- This description does not prove a reduced-fat claim or a lower overall fat content.
Albert Heijn
AH Cashewnoten ongezouten is a recognisable search option for anyone looking for unsalted cashews.
- The product variant is labelled as unsalted.
- Albert Heijn advises customers to read the packaging; product information can change.
Jumbo
Jumbo Cashewnoten Ongezouten 200 g is a good option for anyone looking for unsalted cashews.
- The product page states the variant and the 200 g pack size.
- Jumbo says the salt content comes from naturally occurring sodium; being unsalted does not prove fat reduction.
Lidl
Alesto is Lidl’s product range, which includes nuts, dried fruit and savoury snacks.
- The range is a useful place to look for nut products.
- The range itself does not mean that its products have a reduced fat content.
ALDI
Trader Joe’s offers, among other things, an unsalted nut mix and an unroasted nut mix.
- The product descriptions state the preparation method and ingredients; the nut mix is also described as having a resealable pack.
- These features do not prove reduced fat; check the labelling of the exact variant.
PLUS
PLUS’s unsalted nuts category is a useful place to look if this is important to you.
- The category is relevant if you’re choosing unsalted nuts.
- A category page does not substantiate the nutritional values or fat reduction of an individual product.
Joybuy products for nut snacks
These Joybuy products are options for a nut snack during a film night. The fat values and portion details shown can help you compare products, but do not in themselves prove a reduced-fat claim.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
An option for anyone looking for cashews that, according to the product information, are oven-roasted without added fat or oil; this does not prove reduced fat.
The stated nutritional value is 43 g of fat per 100 g. The pack is described as containing 4–5 portions.
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g'woon Unsalted Peanuts, 250 g
An option for anyone looking for unsalted peanuts as a snack; unsalted does not mean the product contains less fat.
The product information lists 99% peanuts and sunflower oil as an ingredient, and 50 g of fat per 100 g.
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Titiz Roasted Chestnuts, 125 g
An option for anyone looking for peeled, roasted chestnuts that, according to the product information, are ready to eat.
The product information lists 100% chestnuts and 1,4 g of fat per 100 g. This value alone does not constitute a reduced-fat claim.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted, 200 g
An option for anyone looking for roasted, unsalted cashews; these features alone do not say anything about a reduction in fat content.
The stated nutritional value is 46,67 g of fat per 100 g.
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J.ZAO Classic Daily-Nut Mix, 750 g, 30 Sachets
An option for anyone who wants to take pre-portioned snacks along for a film night; the product information lists individual 25 g portions.
The mix contains nuts and dried fruit. The stated nutritional value is 40,7 g of fat per 100 g; having individual portions does not change this value per 100 g.
Frequently asked questions
Does ‘no added oil’ prove that nuts are reduced fat?
No. For Duyvis Cashews Original, this describes the preparation method, not a lower overall fat content compared with similar products. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre explains that a nutrition claim must meet the relevant requirements.
What allergen information must appear on packaging?
Allergen information must appear on the label of pre-packed foods. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) lists peanuts and nuts among the allergens that must be declared, and says allergens must be clearly distinguishable in the ingredients list. A claim about less fat is not allergen information.
How can you use a larger pack as a film snack?
Set aside the amount you want to eat in advance. ALDI’s 200 g nut mix is described as having a resealable pack; follow the storage and use-by instructions on the packaging of the variant you buy.
What should you do if product information can change?
Check the packaging of the variant you buy. Albert Heijn recommends doing this because ingredients, nutritional values and allergen information can change.
Does the NVWA warning apply to all unsalted cashews?
No. The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, barcode 2003020120930, with a best-before date of 23-09-2026. The warning mentions possible metal fragments and advises against eating this specific batch; it does not automatically apply to all unsalted cashews.