Who are organic cashews for?

Organic snack buyers

You want to serve cashews with drinks and are looking for a product with an organic label. The European Commission explains when the EU organic logo can be used on certified organic products.

Fans of unroasted nuts

You’re specifically looking for unroasted, unsalted cashews and want to distinguish them from unsalted nuts that have been roasted. Albert Heijn lists both preparation methods as separate organic products.

Anyone choosing cashews to share

You’re mindful of cashews and any other allergens, as well as warnings for young children on certain product pages. Check the information on the packaging of the product you’re actually serving.

What should you look for when choosing?

Start by checking the organic label, then choose a preparation method and quantity to suit your drinks and nibbles.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Organic label Check the EU organic logo, control code and origin indication on the packaging. If I want to make an informed organic choice, I check the labels on the product itself. Around 30% of consumers prioritise verifiable organic certification.
Preparation method and salt Check whether the cashews are roasted or unroasted, and look at the ingredients and any statement about added salt. If I’m looking for a particular preparation method or no added salt, I want to be able to check these details separately. Around 30% of consumers give preparation method and salt top priority.
Sharing safely Read the allergen information and any warnings for young children on the specific packaging. If I’m serving cashews to a group, I take allergies and the warnings on the label into account. Around 20% of consumers prioritise safe sharing.
Packaging and quantity Compare the net weight and storage instructions with the amount you want to serve. If I’m buying cashews for one get-together, I want a pack that suits what I’m serving and can store. Around 20% of consumers give quantity and packaging top priority.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming organic means suitable for every guest

    An organic label doesn’t mean a product is free from allergens. Cashews are an allergen, and some packs also state that the product may contain other nuts or peanuts.

    Read the allergen information on the specific packaging and take your guests’ dietary requirements into account.

  • Assuming unsalted means unroasted or oil-free

    Albert Heijn’s unsalted organic roasted cashews also contain sunflower oil. Unroasted is a different preparation method.

    Check the preparation method and ingredients separately from the salt information.

  • Buying a large pack without a storage plan

    Nuts can lose quality if they aren’t stored properly. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing mixed unsalted nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container.

    Choose an amount to suit your get-together and follow the storage instructions on the product label once opened.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

Albert Heijn lists separate organic products: 200-gram packs of roasted, unsalted cashews and 150-gram packs of unroasted cashews.

  • The product pages distinguish between preparation methods and provide organic control information. The roasted variety is also described as suitable for serving with drinks.
  • Check the ingredients and allergen information for each variety. Unsalted doesn’t automatically mean unroasted or oil-free.

Jumbo

Jumbo lists organic unroasted cashews in a 175-gram pack.

  • The product information gives the organic code NL-BIO-01 and states the origin as EU/non-EU agriculture.
  • The information applies to this pack; don’t assume it also applies to other varieties.

PLUS

PLUS describes BIO+ unsalted cashews in a 200-gram pack as an organic roasted product.

  • The product information lists 99% cashews and organic sunflower oil.
  • The product page states that the product may contain peanuts and warns that it poses a choking hazard for young children.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands has a product page titled Organic Cashews.

  • The product title identifies the cashews as organic.
  • Check the product information on the packaging for preparation method, salt and further organic details.

Duyvis

Duyvis describes Cashews Original as a roasted snack, including for serving with drinks.

  • According to Duyvis’s product description, this variety contains no added oil.
  • This product description isn’t proof of organic certification.

Aldi

ALDI describes Trader Joe’s cashews in a 500-gram pack as roasted, and available in salted and unsalted varieties.

  • The product information specifies the different salt options.
  • This product description isn’t proof of organic certification.

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Frequently asked questions

Do organic cashews always have to display the European green leaf logo?

Not in every case. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is compulsory for pre-packaged organic food produced in the EU. It’s optional for imported products that comply with EU import rules and for unpackaged organic products. When the logo is used, the control code and an indication of the agricultural origin should also be provided.

Can I serve whole cashews to young children?

Check the warning on the packaging: the AH and BIO+ products reviewed warn that young children can choke on nuts. So don’t assume that whole cashews are suitable for young children.

How should I store an opened pack of cashews?

Follow the instructions on the product label. The roasted AH variety says to store it in a cool, dark, dry place and to reseal the pack securely after use. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre also recommends storing mixed unsalted nuts in a cool, dark, dry place in a tightly sealed container. This doesn’t guarantee the shelf life of every type of cashew.

Do I need to declare allergens if I serve cashews in my food business?

Yes. According to the NVWA, businesses must inform consumers about allergens present, including in unpackaged products; cashews are classified as nuts. The information must be available before purchase. You can provide it verbally under the conditions described by the NVWA. This obligation for businesses isn’t the same as a requirement for a private gathering at home.