Mindful Orange-night snackers
You want organic cashew nuts on the table and need to distinguish the organic label from terms such as unroasted, unsalted and roasted. The European Commission explains what information must accompany organic labelling.
Who are these choices relevant to?
Unsalted snack fans
You’re looking for unsalted cashew nuts for football night and may want to enjoy the same variety at other times too. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends unsalted nuts and varying the types of nuts you eat.
Shared-snack planners
You’re buying enough for a bowl or several occasions and want to consider the pack size, storage advice and allergen information. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority stresses that allergen information must be available before purchase.
What should you look for when choosing?
Organic and unroasted
Choose this when: organic production and unroasted cashew nuts are your priorities.
Bear in mind: unroasted says nothing by itself about salt, other ingredients or allergens.
Organic and unsalted
Choose this when: organic credentials and an unsalted variety are your priorities.
Bear in mind: unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted or made without added oil.
Roasted
Choose this when: the preparation method is your main snack preference.
Bear in mind: roasting or having no added oil does not prove that a product is organically certified.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who is this important to? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic origin | Check the organic logo, the inspection body's code number and the indication of origin; also check the applicable labelling rules. | If you want to be able to recognise that the organic label applies to the product, this information matters most to you. Around 36% of consumers prioritise clear organic labelling. |
| Preparation method | Look for the description you want on the packaging, such as unroasted or roasted. | If you’re looking for a particular preparation method for your match-night snack, assess that quality separately from the organic label. Around 29% of consumers prioritise the preparation method. |
| Unsalted ingredients | Check the variety name, ingredients list and nutrition table on the current packaging. | If you want to serve unsalted cashew nuts or enjoy them at other times too, check this quality separately. Around 21% of consumers prioritise an unsalted product. |
| Quantity and storage | Compare the weight in grams with the amount you expect to use, and follow the storage advice on the packaging. | If you’re buying for several people or occasions, choose an amount that suits how you’ll use and store the nuts. Around 14% of consumers prioritise planning pack sizes. |
Common buying mistakes
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Treating organic, unroasted and unsalted as the same thing
These labels answer different questions. A product can meet one preference without automatically meeting the others.
Check the organic label, preparation method and salt content separately in the product information.
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Assuming no added oil means a product is organic
A claim about how a product is prepared doesn’t tell you whether it was produced organically.
Use preparation information to assess that quality only, and check the organic details separately.
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Applying a warning to every product from a brand
The NVWA warning concerned Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 grams, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. This identification does not automatically apply to other packs.
Compare the brand, pack size, barcode and best-before date with the warning. Do not eat the specific pack named in it.
Relevant brands and product ranges
Albert Heijn
Albert Heijn lists organic cashew nuts in both an unsalted and an unroasted product range.
- The product names make it easy to identify the variety.
- Unsalted and unroasted are separate qualities; check the current label.
Jumbo
Jumbo lists organic unroasted cashew nuts in a 175 g pack.
- The product page lists NL-BIO-01 and EU/non-EU Agriculture.
- These details apply to the variety named and are not a comparison with other product ranges.
Plus
PLUS lists BIO+ unsalted cashew nuts in a 200 g bag; BIO+ is the product brand name.
- The product name specifies the unsalted variety and pack size.
- Check the current label for the product information that matters to your choice.
Lidl
Lidl Netherlands lists a product called organic cashew nuts.
- The product name makes the organic product category clear.
- Check the labels and details on the packaging of the specific variety.
Duyvis
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted without added oil.
- The preparation method is a clear point of reference for this product range.
- The preparation method and absence of added oil do not prove organic certification; taste descriptions are claims made by the brand.
ALDI
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted and unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.
- The product listing specifies the preparation method, salt status and pack size.
- An NVWA warning concerned a separate 170-gram pack; check the identification details and don’t automatically apply the warning to other packs.
Cashew nuts on Joybuy
These product picks are cashew nuts for a snack occasion. The product names or details below do not confirm that a variety is organic. To check, look for the organic label and inspection details on the product you choose.
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Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160 g
The product information describes these cashew nuts as ready to eat, including with yoghurt or muesli.
Cashew kernels are listed as the only ingredient.
Contains cashew nuts; if you have an allergy, check the allergen information.
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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g
The title describes dry-roasted cashew nuts for anyone who prefers a roasted snack.
The product information says they are oven-roasted without added oil and contain salt; check the nutrition table for the amount.
The pack is described as containing 4–5 servings. Contains cashew nuts; if you have an allergy, check the allergen information.
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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g
The product title describes salted cashew nuts with their skins on, for anyone looking for this variety.
The product information describes the nuts as ready to eat and mentions individual portion packs. Contains cashew nuts; if you have an allergy, check the allergen information.
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g'woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200 g
The title describes roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 200 g pack.
The product information suggests enjoying them as a snack, in cooking or in baking. Contains cashew nuts; if you have an allergy, check the allergen information.
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Be&Cheery Cashews with Purple Skin 180 grade 500 g
The product title describes cashew nuts with purple skins, grade 180; the product information gives a pack size of 500 g.
The product information lists salt as an ingredient and suggests enjoying them as a snack or using them in baking. Contains cashew nuts; if you have an allergy, check the allergen information.
Frequently asked questions
Do organic cashew nuts always have to display the European green leaf logo?
Prepacked organic foods produced in the EU must carry the EU organic logo. The European Commission also specifies the inspection body's code number and an indication of the agricultural origin. Don’t assume this logo requirement applies in every case to imported products or loose food sold without packaging.
Does organic mean that a product made from several ingredients contains only organic ingredients?
Not necessarily: Skal states that a multi-ingredient organic product must contain at least 95% organic agricultural ingredients. The remaining ingredients and additives are subject to restrictions on what may be used. Also check the ingredients list of the product you choose.
What should I know if someone watching with me has a nut allergy?
Cashew nuts are among the tree nut allergens. Check the allergen information on the specific pack before buying; an organic label doesn’t change which allergens the product contains.
Which nuts does the Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommend eating regularly?
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends eating a handful of unsalted nuts each day and varying the types. This dietary advice doesn’t determine which snack you should choose for football night, nor does it mean that an organic variety will automatically suit your preferences better.
How should I store an opened pack of cashew nuts?
Follow the storage advice on the packaging of the cashew nuts you choose. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s storage guide for mixed unsalted nuts lists rancidity, a tough texture and mould as signs of spoilage; this information doesn’t guarantee a storage period for every variety of cashew nut.
Is there a specific warning about Trader Joe’s cashew nuts?
Yes. On 20 May 2026, the NVWA published a warning about Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 grams, barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. Do not eat that specific pack. The stated best-before date has passed; the warning does not automatically apply to other packs or all cashew nuts sold by ALDI.