If you want to eat less fat from the same nut snack, weigh out your portion: a smaller portion doesn’t change the fat content per 100 g, but it does change how much you eat. Unsalted tells you about the salt, while ‘no added oil’ describes how the nuts are prepared; neither automatically means they’re low in fat. According to the European Commission, the ‘low fat’ claim can only be used for solid foods containing no more than 3 g of fat per 100 g, subject to the other conditions for the claim.
You want to keep eating nuts with your canteen lunch, but you’re keeping an eye on the fat and energy in your snack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 14.9 g of fat and 164 kcal per 25 g portion of unsalted nuts; the nutritional values of a specific product may vary.
You want to know whether a pack is unsalted, prepared without added oil or genuinely meets the requirements for a fat claim. These labels describe different product characteristics.
You divide a pack over several lunch days. In that case, the net weight, whether you can weigh out your own portions and the product’s storage instructions are all relevant.
First, consider how much you’ll actually take with you, then check the nutritional information and preparation details for that exact product. This helps you avoid confusing a smaller pack size or a different preparation method with a lower fat content per 100 g.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| Fat and energy per portion | Compare the nutritional values per 100 g and weigh the amount you’re taking with you. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 14.9 g of fat and 164 kcal per 25 g portion of unsalted nuts. | If you want to keep eating the same nut snack but get less fat and energy from your lunch portion, the amount you weigh out matters. Around 42% of consumers prioritise portion control. |
| Fat claim and preparation | Check the exact claim, the fat per 100 g and whether the product is salted. For solid foods, the European Commission sets a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim; ‘no added oil’ describes the preparation method only. | If you want to know whether a claim really refers to fat content, rather than just salt or oil, read the product information for the exact variant. Around 25% of consumers prioritise understanding claims and preparation methods. |
| Packaging and storage | Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions. For AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack tightly after use. | If you want to divide your nuts over several lunch days, a manageable pack size and a secure seal are practical considerations. Around 17% of consumers prioritise stock and storage. |
| Allergen information | Check the label on packaged nuts. For loose products in a canteen, ask for allergen information before buying and, if relevant to you, check for possible cross-contamination. | If you need to check what information is available about ingredients and possible traces because of an allergy, do so before buying. Around 16% of consumers prioritise allergen information. |
A description of how a product is prepared doesn’t prove that the finished product meets the threshold for a ‘low fat’ claim.
Read the preparation description and the nutritional information per 100 g separately. Only use the claim if the product composition and the other requirements allow it.
Unsalted nuts still contain fat and energy. For unsalted nuts, the Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 14.9 g of fat and 164 kcal per 25 g portion.
Choose unsalted nuts if you’re watching your added salt intake, and weigh out separately the amount you want to take for lunch.
200 g or 500 g packs contain several potential snack portions and aren’t recommended portion sizes.
Decide in advance how many lunch days you want the pack to last, and follow the storage instructions for that specific product.
Duyvis describes its Cashews Original as oven-roasted and prepared without added oil.
AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts are an option if you want to portion out unsalted nuts yourself.
Jumbo lists unsalted cashew nuts in 200 g and 500 g packs.
Lidl’s Alesto own-brand range includes cashew nuts, walnuts and pecans.
ALDI lists TRADER JOE'S Roasted Unsalted Cashew Nuts in a 250 g pack.
PLUS lists Unsalted Unroasted Cashew Nuts in a 200 g pack.
This selection includes dry-roasted cashews and ready-to-eat chestnuts as snacks to take with you. Chestnuts are a different type of product from cashew nuts, so compare their nutritional values by product and on the same basis.
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A good option if you’re looking for cashews roasted without added oil; this preparation method doesn’t automatically mean the product is low in fat.
The product information lists sea salt and 4–5 portions per pack. Check the nutritional information and portion size on the packaging.
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An alternative if you’re looking for ready-to-eat chestnuts for several occasions on the go; these are a different type of product from cashew nuts.
The product information lists 1.7 g of fat per 100 g and ten 100 g sachets. This is below the EU threshold of 3 g per 100 g for the ‘low fat’ claim on solid foods, but it doesn’t automatically mean that the claim is made on the product. A 100 g sachet isn’t a recommended lunch portion.
Use the nutritional information for the specific product and multiply the value per 100 g by the weight of your portion divided by 100. First compare products per 100 g, then compare them using the same portion size; a pack’s weight isn’t a recommended portion size.
Follow the instructions on the pack. For AH Unsalted Cashew Nuts, Albert Heijn advises storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and closing the pack tightly after use.
Yes. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for unpackaged food must also be available before purchase. A seller can provide this information verbally, but must then tell customers that they can ask for it. This information requirement doesn’t guarantee that a product is suitable for your allergy.
Yes. On 20 May 2026, the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority issued a warning about TRADER JOE'S Unsalted Cashew Nuts 170 g with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026: don’t eat this specific batch because it may contain metal fragments. The warning applies to that batch, even if you still have it at home. Albert Heijn issued a warning about AH Extra Large Salted Peanuts in a tub with best-before date 04-11-2026; don’t eat this specific batch and return it. Other best-before dates aren’t covered by that AH warning.
Duyvis says you can send in the packaging with its contents and include a letter explaining why you’re unhappy. Follow the manufacturer’s current contact instructions; this information doesn’t amount to a general promise of specific compensation.
