You want to be sure you’re choosing less fat
Compare the fat content for the same quantity and, if there’s a reduced-fat claim, check what the product is compared with. Albert Heijn lists the historical Duyvis variant as discontinued.
Who is this choice relevant to?
You’re planning a small snack for your shift
If you want to take a set amount with you, check the portion size and decide how much you’d like to measure out. VGZ lists unsalted nuts as one possible snack during the night. This is general nutritional information, not advice about a specific product variant.
You’re keeping an eye on salt and added oil
Check the ingredients and nutritional information for the exact variant. Jumbo’s unsalted cashews contain sunflower oil; the ingredients list for the PLUS nut mix reviewed names walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and cashews.
What should you look for when buying?
Start with the fat per 100 g and what any claim is based on. Then choose an amount that suits your shift and check the salt, oil and portion packaging separately.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important for? |
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| Fat and claims | Compare fat in g per 100 g and check the reference and current product variant. | If I’m looking for demonstrably less fat in the same quantity, I also check what any claim is compared with. Around 36% of consumers put reducing fat at the top of their purchasing priorities. |
| A portion for your shift | Check the pack size and stated portion; weigh out your own amount if you like. | If you want to take a pre-measured snack with you, look at the portion size rather than just the pack weight. Around 29% of consumers put portion control first. |
| Ingredients and salt | Read the ingredients list and nutritional information; unsalted doesn’t automatically mean oil-free. | If I mainly want to know what else has been added to the nuts, I check the salt, oil, coating and types of nuts used. Ingredients and added salt are the top priority for around 21% of consumers. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the quantity in each pack and follow the storage instructions once opened. | If I’m buying snacks for several shifts, I want packaging that’s practical to divide up and store. This is the most important factor for around 14% of consumers. |
Avoid common buying mistakes
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Assuming oven-roasted or unsalted means less fat
The preparation or salt description alone doesn’t tell you how much fat a product contains. Jumbo’s product information for Unsalted Cashews lists sunflower oil and 48,6 g of fat per 100 g; PLUS lists 47 g per 100 g for Duyvis Oven Roasted Nut Mix.
Read the fat per 100 g alongside the ingredients and salt information, without confusing these different qualities.
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Assuming a historical reduced-fat claim is a current buying option
Albert Heijn lists Duyvis Oven Roasted Borrelnoten Herbs&Onion as discontinued. The product listing says it was compared with ordinary peanuts in a crispy coating, not with all nuts.
Use the listing only to understand the claim and reference it mentions. Check the ingredients and claim for the variant you actually want to buy.
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Comparing nutritional values for different quantities
A value per portion can’t be compared directly with a value per 100 g. The Voedingscentrum uses 25 g as a general portion in its example for unsalted nuts.
Compare the values per 100 g first, then consider the amount you want to take with you.
Brands compared
Duyvis
The products mentioned range from coated drinks snacks to roasted nut mixes. Check each variant’s own ingredients and nutritional information.
- The historical Herbs&Onion listing claims 30% less fat than ordinary peanuts in a crispy coating.
- Albert Heijn lists that variant as discontinued. The words “oven roasted” in a product-line name don’t in themselves prove reduced fat.
Albert Heijn
The unsalted cashews reviewed are a specific variant for anyone comparing salt and ingredients.
- The product information states that no salt has been added and gives 0 g of salt per 100 g.
- The same variant contains sunflower oil and has 50 g of fat per 100 g; unsalted doesn’t mean low-fat.
Jumbo
Jumbo’s unsalted cashews are a specific point of comparison for ingredients and nutritional values.
- The product information states that they contain 99% cashews.
- The ingredients list also names sunflower oil; the fat content is 48,6 g per 100 g.
Lidl
The Alesto range includes nuts and related snacks; the Dutch brand page also features Way To Go cashews.
- The brand page helps you identify the relevant product ranges.
- A range name or general brand messaging doesn’t, on its own, tell you whether a specific variant contains less fat.
Aldi
Trader Joe’s Unsalted Nut Mix is a specific blend for anyone looking for a variety of nuts.
- The product description names almonds, hazelnuts, walnuts and Brazil nuts.
- The word “unsalted” doesn’t support a claim that it contains less fat.
PLUS
The unroasted, unsalted nut mix reviewed is worth considering if you want to check the ingredients in a mixed-nut product.
- The ingredients list names walnuts, hazelnuts, almonds and cashews.
- The listing gives 55,7 g of fat per 100 g; unroasted and unsalted doesn’t automatically mean less fat.
Nuts and snacks at Joybuy
This selection of Joybuy products includes chestnuts, cashews, nut mixes and coated drinks snacks. Compare the nutritional information per 100 g and choose a portion that suits what you want to take with you on your shift.
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J.ZAO S++ Grade Whole Chestnuts, 1 kg (10 sachets)
The ready-to-eat chestnuts come in ten sachets, making them handy if you want to divide up your snacks in advance.
The product information lists 1,7 g of fat and 0 g of salt per 100 g. Each sachet contains 100 g, which is more than the Voedingscentrum’s general 25 g portion example.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews, 125 g
This variant is suited to anyone looking for roasted cashews with no added fat or oil.
The product information lists 43 g of fat and 0,92 g of salt per 100 g. According to the description, the pack contains 4–5 portions; no added fat or oil doesn’t mean low-fat.
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ChaCha Daily Nuts, 115 g (5 × 23 g)
The mix is divided into five 23 g portions, making it a handy choice if you want to take a pre-portioned snack with you.
The ingredients list includes walnuts, raisins, cranberries, cashews, almonds and hazelnuts. The nutritional information lists 38 g of fat and 0,03 g of salt per 100 g; the cranberries contain white sugar and sunflower oil.
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g'woon Unroasted Mixed Nuts, 500 g
This unroasted nut mix is a good option if you want several types of nuts in one pack.
The ingredients list names hazelnuts, walnuts, almonds and cashews. The product information lists 58,7 g of fat and 0 g of salt per 100 g; unroasted and unsalted doesn’t mean it has a reduced-fat claim.
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Duyvis Bran Nuts Provencale, 125 g
These coated drinks snacks are an option if you fancy a seasoned peanut snack.
The product information lists 50% peanuts, 33 g of fat and 1,2 g of salt per 100 g. The coating contains ingredients including starch, sunflower oil and herbs; the packaging makes no reduced-fat claim.
Frequently asked questions
Are nuts with no added fat also low-fat?
No. That description doesn’t mean the nuts themselves are low in fat. PLUS’s product information for Duyvis Oven Roasted Nut Mix lists 47 g of fat per 100 g, so check the label for the exact variant.
Do you have to eat nuts at 02.00 during every night shift?
No. VGZ lists unsalted nuts as one possible snack as part of an eating routine during the night, but that time isn’t compulsory. Choose an amount and time that suit your shift.
How should you store an opened pack for your next shift?
Follow the instructions for the exact variant. Albert Heijn recommends storing the cashews reviewed in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. For the Duyvis Oven Roasted Nut Mix reviewed, Duyvis recommends transferring it to a light- and airtight container after opening.
Are unsalted cashews suitable if you have a peanut or other nut allergy?
Check the allergen information on the packaging of the exact variant. The Jumbo cashews reviewed contain cashews and may contain other nuts and peanuts; Albert Heijn also notes possible cross-contamination with other types of nuts and peanuts. Unsalted or roasted doesn’t guarantee that a product is allergen-free.
Which products were covered by the recall warnings mentioned?
The NVWA warning issued on 20 May 2026 concerned 170 g packs of Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The NVWA advised consumers not to eat those specific packs because they may contain metal fragments. Albert Heijn issued a separate warning for AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with a best-before date of 04-11-2026. These warnings don’t automatically apply to other variants.