Who this choice is relevant for

Student on a tight food budget

You want to choose organic cashews in a pack size that suits your needs. Compare the quantity with how you plan to use them, rather than looking only at the size of the pack.

Cook using the same nuts for breakfast and dinner

You’re looking for an ingredient that works in different dishes. Albert Heijn lists its unroasted version as an ingredient for meals, salads and yoghurt, among other things. Check that the preparation suits your recipe.

Shopper who wants to check the organic label

You want to be able to verify the product’s organic claim by checking the label, control code and farming origin, rather than relying on the product name alone.

What should you look for when choosing?

What to consider What should you look for? Who should pay particular attention?
Pack size and food budget Choose a quantity that suits the recipes you have planned, and compare products with the same preparation. As a student, I want to choose a quantity that suits my food budget and how I’ll use it. Around 31% of consumers prioritise affordability and the quantity they use.
Organic labelling Check the organic product label, control code and farming origin. The European Commission explains the requirements for the EU organic logo. If I want to buy organic, I want to be able to check the label on the product. Around 25% of consumers make organic certification their top priority.
Preparation and ingredients Check whether the nuts are unroasted or roasted, and read the ingredients list to see whether they contain oil or salt. If I want to use the same nuts in different dishes, I pay attention to how they’re prepared and to the ingredients. Around 19% of consumers prioritise versatility.
Quantity and storage Choose a pack size that suits how you plan to use the nuts, and follow the storage instructions on the pack. If I don’t want to buy more than I expect to use, I pay attention to the pack size and how to store the nuts. Around 13% of consumers prioritise usage and storage.
Allergens Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack, including warnings about possible traces. If I’m shopping for myself or someone else, I check that the allergen information is suitable for everyone eating the food. Around 12% of consumers prioritise allergen information.

Things to watch out for when buying

  • Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted or oil-free

    Albert Heijn’s organic, unsalted cashews are roasted and contain sunflower oil. These details apply to this particular version and not necessarily to other products.

    Read the product description and ingredients list if your recipe calls for a specific preparation.

  • A larger pack won’t necessarily suit how you use them

    The Albert Heijn versions reviewed differ in pack size and preparation. A larger pack isn’t automatically the right choice if you need less.

    Plan the dishes you’ll make and choose a pack size that matches the quantity you need.

  • A product page doesn’t always mean you can order online

    The Jumbo product page for organic, unroasted cashews says that this version is no longer part of its online range.

    Check that the exact product is currently available before assuming you can buy it online.

Relevant brands and retailers

Albert Heijn

The organic cashews reviewed are available unroasted or roasted and unsalted.

  • The product information lists organic details, ingredients and pack sizes for the versions mentioned.
  • The 200 g version contains sunflower oil, so check the ingredients for the version you choose.

Jumbo

The Jumbo Organic Unroasted Cashews reviewed are an example of a product with organic information.

  • The product page lists cashew nuts, NL-BIO-01 and storage instructions.
  • Jumbo says on the product page that this version is no longer part of its online range.

Lidl

Lidl lists 175 g packs of organic, unroasted cashews as an in-store product.

  • The product page gives the pack size, says the cashews are unroasted and confirms they’re sold in store.
  • Check the organic label and product information on the pack in store.

PLUS

PLUS sells the BIO+ organic roasted unsalted cashews reviewed, in a 200 g pack.

  • The product page lists 99% cashew nuts and organic sunflower oil, and displays the EU Organic Farming label.
  • The ingredients listed apply to this BIO+ version, not the entire PLUS range.

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Frequently asked questions

What does the EU organic logo on cashew nuts certify?

According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo can only be used on products certified as organic by an authorised control body. The logo must be accompanied by a control code and an indication of the farming origin. The logo is required on prepacked organic EU food products, subject to the applicable conditions; its use may be optional for compliant imported products.

How do I check allergens on the pack?

Read the ingredients and allergen information on the exact pack. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority (NVWA) states that 14 allergens must be declared and clearly distinguishable from the other ingredients. The Albert Heijn cashews reviewed list cashew nuts and warn that they may contain traces of other nuts and peanuts.

How should I store an opened pack of cashew nuts?

Follow the storage instructions on the pack. For the versions reviewed, Albert Heijn recommends storing them in a cool, dark and dry place and sealing the pack well after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends storing nuts in a dry, sealed container.

Can I use unroasted cashews for dinner and breakfast?

Yes. Albert Heijn’s product information lists the unroasted version as an ingredient for meals, salads and yoghurt. Do follow your recipe, and check whether it calls for unroasted, roasted or salted nuts.