Who is this choice relevant to?

Breakfast fans avoiding cooking oil

You’re looking for organic, unsalted cashews and want to decide for yourself what goes into your breakfast. AH describes an unroasted variety as not fried in oil; other organic varieties may contain sunflower oil.

Holidaymakers with limited storage

You’re taking nuts for several breakfasts and want an amount that suits how much you’ll use and the storage space available. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing unsalted cashews in a cool, dry, dark place in a tightly sealed container.

Shoppers who look for certification

You want to choose organic cashews based on the organic label and relevant inspection information, rather than words such as ‘natural’ alone. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole explain the requirements for organic labels and certification.

What should you look for when buying?

Unroasted and without cooking oil

A good fit if: you’re looking for an organic, unsalted cashew that hasn’t been fried in oil. AH describes a 150 g variety as unroasted and made without cooking oil.

Keep in mind: AH lists this variety as available in store only; check whether the exact product is available when you shop.

Roasted or baked and unsalted

A good fit if: you’d like a roasted or baked organic variety and don’t mind sunflower oil in the ingredients. AH and BIO+ at PLUS describe unsalted varieties.

Keep in mind: unsalted doesn’t mean unroasted or oil-free. Check how the cashews are prepared and read the ingredients on the pack you choose.

Among shoppers considering organic cashews for a holiday breakfast, priorities can vary. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole explain organic labels, while the Netherlands Nutrition Centre provides storage guidance for unsalted nuts.

What to consider What to look for when buying Who should prioritise this
Organic origin Check the organic product label and product-specific inspection information. The European Commission explains the requirements for the EU organic logo, while Skal Biocontrole provides information about protected organic labels. If organic origin is the deciding factor for me, I check the label and inspection information on the exact pack. Around 28% of consumers put organic assurance first.
Preparation method and oil Check whether the cashews are unroasted, roasted or baked, and read the ingredients list. AH describes unroasted nuts made without cooking oil; the AH and BIO+ varieties reviewed contain sunflower oil. If I want to put together my own breakfast without cooking oil, I look specifically for unroasted cashews and check the ingredients. Around 22% of consumers put a breakfast without cooking oil first.
Storage and quantity Choose an amount that suits how much you’ll use and that you can store in a cool, dry, dark place after opening, in a tightly sealed container. This doesn’t guarantee suitable storage in a hot car or tent. If I don’t have a suitable place to store the nuts while on holiday, I’d rather take an amount I can use in good time. Around 22% of consumers put holiday storage first.
Quantity and cost Compare the price per kilogram of the exact organic variety, taking the preparation method and pack size into account. Use the contents as a guide to estimate how much you’ll need. For a short holiday, I don’t want to take more than I can use, so I compare the price and pack size. Around 17% of consumers put cost and a suitable quantity first.
Allergens and use Read the allergen information and warnings for the exact variety. The NVWA lists cashews as an allergen; for the products reviewed, AH and PLUS also warn about possible other allergens and the risk of choking for young children. If I’m sharing the nuts with others, I check the allergen information and warnings before opening the pack. Around 11% of consumers put safe sharing first.

Common buying mistakes

  • Assuming unsalted means unroasted or oil-free

    Unsalted cashews can still be roasted or baked and contain sunflower oil. AH and BIO+ at PLUS describe organic varieties like this; AH also lists an unroasted variety made without cooking oil.

    Check both the preparation method and the ingredients before choosing cashews for a breakfast without cooking oil.

  • Taking a large supply without somewhere suitable to store it

    The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing unsalted cashews in a cool, dry, dark place and keeping them tightly sealed. A hot car or tent isn’t the same as the recommended storage conditions.

    Choose an amount that suits the length of your holiday and how much you’ll use, and decide in advance where you’ll store the opened pack.

  • Treating an old product page as proof of online availability

    The Jumbo pages reviewed say that the organic varieties are no longer part of the online range, even though product information is still shown.

    Check whether the exact variety is available from the retailer rather than assuming you can buy it online based on old ordering information.

  • Assuming organic means suitable for everyone

    Organic certification doesn’t change the fact that cashews are an allergen. Product-specific warnings may also mention the possible presence of other allergens or a choking risk for young children.

    Read the allergen information and usage warnings on the exact pack, especially if you’re sharing the nuts with others.

Brands to consider

Albert Heijn

The organic product information reviewed includes unroasted cashews and baked, unsalted varieties.

  • The 150 g unroasted variety is described as unsalted and not fried in oil; the organic product information includes inspection details.
  • The unroasted variety is listed as available in store only. The baked varieties contain sunflower oil, so they aren’t a like-for-like substitute if you’re specifically looking for cashews without cooking oil.

PLUS

The organic cashews reviewed are sold as BIO+, the product name used by PLUS.

  • The product information describes a 200 g unsalted pack with organic ingredients and sunflower oil.
  • Unsalted doesn’t mean unroasted or oil-free. The product information also says the product may contain peanuts.

Lidl

Lidl lists 175 g organic, unroasted cashews, item number 166437.

  • The Dutch product listing gives the pack size and preparation method, and says it is sold in store.
  • The listing doesn’t confirm stock at a specific store. Check the organic information on the exact pack.

Jumbo

The product pages reviewed describe organic, unroasted varieties in 175 g and 150 g packs.

  • The product information says the cashews are of organic origin.
  • Both pages reviewed say the varieties are no longer part of the online range, so don’t treat them as current online buying options.

Duyvis

The Duyvis Cashews Original reviewed here is included for comparison, not as a confirmed organic option.

  • According to Duyvis, this variety is oven-roasted without added oil.
  • The ingredients include a savoury flavour mix containing salt, among other things. So, no added oil doesn’t mean unsalted; this product information applies to the variety reviewed.

ALDI

The ALDI listing reviewed describes Trader Joe’s 250 g roasted, unsalted cashews as a comparison product.

  • The product information gives the preparation method and pack size.
  • The listing doesn’t confirm that this variety is organic. Don’t confuse the 250 g pack with the separate NVWA warning for a specific 170 g pack.

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Frequently asked questions

How can you identify an organic product?

Check the organic label and related inspection information on the pack. The European Commission explains the requirements for the EU organic logo. The logo is compulsory for pre-packed food produced in the EU and sold as organic; separate requirements apply to other products.

Does unsalted mean the cashews are prepared without oil too?

No. On its own, ‘unsalted’ says nothing about how the cashews are prepared or whether oil has been added. AH describes an organic, unroasted variety made without cooking oil, while the unsalted AH and BIO+ varieties at PLUS reviewed here contain sunflower oil. So check the preparation method and ingredients on the exact pack.

How should you store an opened pack while on holiday?

The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends keeping unsalted cashews in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark, dry place. It gives general storage times of six months in a kitchen cupboard and one year in the freezer, but these aren’t a guarantee in warm holiday conditions. Follow the instructions on the exact pack too.

What should you look out for when it comes to allergens and young children?

Read the allergen information and warnings on the exact pack. The NVWA lists cashews as an allergen; the AH and PLUS product pages reviewed also warn about possible other allergens and the risk of choking for young children. Organic certification doesn’t change these considerations.

Does the NVWA warning apply to all Trader Joe’s cashews?

No. The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 relates specifically to Trader Joe’s 170 g unsalted cashews with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The NVWA advises against eating the affected nuts. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or varieties.