First decide what lighter snacking means to you: to compare total fat, use the same quantity and check saturated fat separately; for a smaller snack, weigh out your portion in advance. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 12.2 g of total fat per 25 g for unsalted cashew nuts, compared with 14.9 g for the unsalted nuts category, but cashew nuts also contain more saturated fat: 2.1 g compared with 1.6 g per 25 g. Oven-roasting without added fat is a preparation method, not proof of a low total fat content.
You want to compare total fat and are open to trying a different type of nut. Check saturated fat too: a lower total fat content does not automatically mean less saturated fat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s category data can help you make this comparison, but it is not the nutritional information for a specific pack.
You want to stick with your usual unsalted nuts but decide in advance how much to eat. Portion weight and energy per portion are therefore worth considering; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides nutritional information for a reference amount of 25 g.
You buy snacks to share with colleagues and want to be able to check allergen information and store the pack properly. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority explains allergen labelling, while the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place.
Start with the nutrition table and preparation method for the exact product variant. Use category data for comparison only, not as a product specification.
Each row sets out one key purchase priority for consumers choosing a nut snack for the office.
| What to consider | What should you check? | Who is this more important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Less total fat | Compare the same quantity and check both total fat and saturated fat. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 12.2 g of total fat and 2.1 g of saturated fat per 25 g for unsalted cashew nuts, compared with 14.9 g and 1.6 g respectively for the unsalted nuts category. | If I mainly want less total fat, I compare the same quantity and check saturated fat too. Around 36% of consumers prioritise less total fat. |
| Portion and energy | Check the weight of your portion and the nutritional information for a comparable quantity. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre lists 164 kcal and 14.9 g of fat per 25 g of unsalted nuts. This is a reference for calculations, not personal daily advice. | If I want to keep my usual snack but eat less, I weigh out a portion in advance. Portion control is the top priority for around 29% of consumers. |
| No added cooking fat | Read the preparation description and ingredients separately from the nutrition table. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without the addition of oil or fat; this alone does not tell you how much total fat the product contains. | If I want to avoid added cooking fat, I check the preparation method and ingredients. This is the deciding factor for around 21% of consumers. |
| Shared snack supplies | Check the allergen information on the pack and follow the storage instructions. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority states that allergen information for prepacked products should be on the label; the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place. | For a snack drawer shared with colleagues, I want to be able to check allergens and store the pack properly. Shared use and storage are the top priorities for around 14% of consumers. |
A description of the preparation method answers a different question from the total fat per 100 g. Duyvis’s description of the roasting process is product information provided by the manufacturer.
Read both the preparation description and the nutrition table for the exact product variant. Treat Duyvis’s description as information about the preparation method only.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s category data shows that unsalted cashew nuts have less total fat but more saturated fat than the general unsalted nuts category, for the same quantity of 25 g.
Compare total fat and saturated fat separately, using the same weight basis.
Eating less changes the amount of fat and energy you consume, but not the product’s fat content per 100 g.
Decide on your portion in advance and compare nutritional information using the same weight basis.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a sealed container in a dry place, and notes that chestnuts spoil more quickly than most other nuts.
Buy according to how quickly you expect to use them and follow the storage instructions on the pack.
Almonds Original may be worth considering if you’re looking for oven-roasted nuts with no added cooking fat. Duyvis lists a 125 g pack.
AH Bio Steamed Chestnuts 200gr is a specific chestnut option if you’re considering a different type of nut snack.
Jumbo Unsalted Cashew Nuts 200 g is a relevant option if you’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts.
Way To Go! Unsalted Cashew Nuts may be worth considering if you’re comparing unsalted cashew varieties.
TRADER JOE'S Roasted Unsalted Cashew Nuts is a variety with a listed pack size of 250 g.
PLUS Unsalted Fairtrade Cashew Nuts Per Bag 200 g may be relevant if you’re looking for this product variant.
The products below are nut and peanut snacks to compare for nutritional information and pack sizes. Their inclusion does not mean that they are all low-fat or reduced-fat products.
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An option for comparing cashew nuts as a snack; the product name specifies Original Flavour and a 160 g pack.
Check the nutrition table for this variety and compare values for the same quantity.
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For anyone looking for an unsalted peanut snack; the product name specifies a 250 g pack.
The product information lists sunflower oil and says the product may contain cashew nuts. If you’re sharing, check the latest ingredients and allergen information.
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For anyone specifically looking to compare roasted, unsalted cashew nuts; the product name specifies a 200 g pack.
Check the nutrition table for this variety. If you’re sharing, the allergen information for cashew nuts is also relevant.
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A chestnut option in individual bags, which you can portion out pack by pack; the product information lists ten 100 g bags.
The size of each bag is not automatically a suitable snack portion. The product information describes the chestnuts as ready-to-eat and peeled.
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For anyone looking to compare hickory nuts as a snack; the product name specifies 300 g and Non-Fried.
The ingredients information lists sugar and salt. Check the latest product information if these ingredients are important to your choice.
For solid foods, the European Commission sets the ‘low fat’ claim at a maximum of 3 g of fat per 100 g. Check the nutrition table on the exact pack; a smaller portion does not change this amount per 100 g.
No. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 g as the quantity for which it provides nutritional information for unsalted nuts. This is a reference for comparison, not personalised dietary advice.
Store nuts in a sealed container in a dry place and follow the instructions on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives 10 to 15 °C as the best storage temperature and notes that chestnuts and walnuts spoil more quickly.
Keep the allergen information available and check the pack label. According to the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority, allergen information for prepacked products must appear on the label.
No. This description refers to the preparation method and does not, in itself, tell you how much total fat the product contains. Duyvis describes Almonds Original as oven-roasted without the addition of oil or fat; check the nutrition table to assess total fat separately.
