Who is this choice relevant to?

Shoppers who want to check the organic origin

Look for the organic labelling, control code and information about the agricultural origin. The European Commission describes these details as part of organic labelling.

Shoppers who regularly snack on unsalted nuts

If you want to avoid added salt, check both the ingredients and the product description: unroasted and roasted unsalted cashews are different options. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends choosing unsalted nuts where possible.

Shoppers who snack on cashews and use them in cooking

Unroasted, unsalted cashews can also be used in dishes. Albert Heijn describes its 150 g option as unroasted and not fried in oil.

What should you look for when buying?

Start by checking the organic labelling, then decide whether salt, preparation method or pack size matters most for your afternoon snack.

What to consider What to look for Who is this most relevant to?
Verifiable organic status Check the organic labelling, control code and information about the agricultural origin. I want to be able to check what the organic labelling on the pack means. Around 36% of shoppers prioritise verifiable certification.
Unsalted snack Read the ingredients list and compare the salt content per 100 g. If I snack on cashews regularly, I want to know whether salt has been added. Around 29% of shoppers prioritise choosing unsalted options.
Preparation method Check the product description and whether oil is listed in the ingredients. I want an unroasted option with no added oil, or a roasted one instead. Around 21% of shoppers say the preparation method is the deciding factor.
Packaging and storage Compare the net weight and stated servings; follow the storage advice on the pack. If I regularly snack on cashews, I want a quantity that suits how quickly I’ll use them and that I can store properly. Around 14% of shoppers prioritise this practical consideration.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming organic means unsalted or oil-free

    Organic options can vary in salt and oil content. The BIO+ options from PLUS reviewed here contain sunflower oil; the salted option also contains salt.

    Check the organic labelling, ingredients and salt content separately.

  • Treating unsalted and unroasted as the same thing

    The 200 g AH option is fried in oil, while the 150 g unroasted AH option is not fried in oil.

    Compare the full product description and net weight, not just the brand name or image.

  • Looking only at the packaging

    Packs of different sizes can’t be compared directly by looking at the number of grams per serving.

    Check the net weight and serving information, and choose a quantity that suits how quickly you’ll use it and how you’ll store it.

  • Confusing organic certification with allergen information

    Organic labelling doesn’t mean a product is free from allergens. The cashew nuts reviewed here contain cashews, and labels may also warn that other nuts or peanuts could be present.

    Read the ingredients and allergen information on the pack. Labels on the products reviewed also warn that young children could choke on them.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

The organic options reviewed show the difference between unroasted and oil-fried unsalted cashew nuts.

  • For its 150 g unroasted option, Albert Heijn states that it is organic, unroasted and unsalted, and not fried in oil.
  • The 200 g organic option is fried and contains sunflower oil. These are differences between products, not a judgement on the full range.

PLUS

According to the product information, the 200 g BIO+ cashew nuts reviewed are available in roasted unsalted and salted options.

  • The product information lists organic ingredients and distinguishes between the salted and unsalted options.
  • Both options reviewed contain sunflower oil, so the unsalted option is not unroasted.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists a 175 g organic, unroasted and unsalted cashew option.

  • The product information states that the cashews are organic.
  • The product page says this particular option is no longer part of the online range; this doesn’t tell you what’s available in individual shops.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands has a product page titled ‘Organic cashew nuts’.

  • The product title makes Lidl relevant if you’re looking for organic cashew nuts.
  • Check the product information on the pack for ingredients and certification details.

ALDI

The Dutch product page reviewed is for Trader Joe’s 250 g roasted, unsalted cashew nuts.

  • The product description says this option is roasted and unsalted.
  • This product description doesn’t confirm organic certification.

Duyvis

Duyvis Cashews Original is an example of a product for which the manufacturer describes the preparation method.

  • Duyvis describes the cashews as oven-roasted without added oil.
  • This product description doesn’t confirm organic certification and isn’t an independent product test.

Joybuy products

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Frequently asked questions

What organic labelling appears on a pre-packed organic snack?

According to the European Commission, pre-packed organic food produced in the EU carries the EU organic logo, together with the control code and agricultural origin. The logo is optional for imported organic products, so its absence doesn’t necessarily mean that a product isn’t organic.

Does organic mean the pack contains only cashew nuts?

No. The unsalted organic cashew nuts from PLUS and Albert Heijn reviewed here also contain organic sunflower oil. Read the ingredients list to find out what else is in the pack.

How should I store an opened pack of cashew nuts?

Keep cashew nuts in a tightly sealed, dry place and follow the storage advice on the pack. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a cool place; storage advice can vary by product, with PLUS advising you to keep them somewhere dry and dark, and the unroasted AH option advising storage at room temperature in a dark place.

Does organic certification tell me anything about allergens?

No. The products reviewed contain cashew nuts, and some labels also warn that peanuts or other nuts could be present. Check the ingredients and allergen information on the specific pack; organic labelling doesn’t replace this information.

Are whole cashew nuts automatically suitable as a snack for young children?

No, don’t assume they are: the labels on the products reviewed warn that young children could choke on nuts. Organic labelling doesn’t change this warning.