Choose based on verified organic status and how much you want to take with you. A 3-pack isn’t automatically one snack portion: check the weight of each individual pack, or weigh out a portion from a larger bag yourself. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a practical guide for a handful of unsalted nuts.
You want to take organic cashews with you easily and are looking for a multipack or a portion you can weigh out yourself. Check the organic labelling and the weight of each individual pack. Albert Heijn lists a 3-pack of organic unsalted cashews, but the product name alone doesn’t tell you how much is in each bag.
You’d rather buy a larger pack and decide for yourself how much to take with you. A 200 g pack, such as the BIO+ cashews listed by PLUS, can be a good starting point for weighing out your own portions. Store the opened nuts according to the Netherlands Nutrition Centre’s advice.
You check more than just the organic labelling: you also look at the salt content and how the cashews are prepared. The European Commission explains what organic information should appear on prepacked products. Assess this separately from product features such as whether the cashews are unsalted or unroasted.
First decide whether you want a pack that’s ready to take with you or would rather weigh out a portion yourself. Then check the product information and storage advice.
| What to consider | What should you look for? | Who should pay particular attention? |
|---|---|---|
| A suitable amount to take with you | Check how many individual packs there are and the weight of each bag. If the pack doesn’t specify a portion, weigh one out yourself. | If you want to take an amount that’s right for a single snack break, look beyond the size of the outer pack. Around 33% of consumers prioritise convenience on the go and a suitable portion size. |
| Organic status | Check the organic labelling. For prepacked products produced in the EU and sold as organic, the European Commission specifies the EU organic logo, the control code and the origin of the agricultural ingredients. | If verified organic production is your main priority, you’ll want to be able to check the labelling on the product. Around 33% of consumers put confidence in organic status first. |
| Salt and preparation method | Read the product name and ingredients, and check separately whether the cashews are unsalted and unroasted. No added oil doesn’t automatically mean unsalted. | If you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashews, check how they’ve been prepared rather than relying on the organic labelling alone. Around 20% of consumers prioritise ingredients and preparation method. |
| Quantity and storage | Check the net weight and follow the storage instructions after opening. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing nuts in a cool, dark and dry place. | If you buy a larger bag, you’ll want to portion it out and store it properly after opening. Around 14% of consumers prioritise a suitable quantity and careful storage. |
The outer pack doesn’t tell you how many grams are in each individual bag. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a guide for a handful of unsalted nuts. This is a reference, not a fixed portion size for every pack.
Check the weight of each individual pack and, if necessary, weigh out the amount you want to take with you.
Organic production, salt content and preparation method are different product features. Organic labelling alone doesn’t tell you whether the cashews are salted or roasted.
Check the organic information, ingredients and preparation method separately.
Cashews can absorb odours from other foods. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre recommends storing them in a dry place in a well-sealed container.
Once opened, transfer them to an airtight container and follow the storage instructions on the pack too.
Dutch product names include organic unsalted cashews and a 3-pack.
Jumbo lists organic unroasted cashews in a 175 g pack.
PLUS lists BIO+ unsalted cashews in a 200 g bag.
Lidl has a Dutch product page titled Organic cashews.
Duyvis describes Cashews Original as oven-roasted, with no added oil, in a 125 g pack.
ALDI lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashews in a 250 g pack.
Check the organic labelling and the information on the pack. For prepacked foods produced in the EU and sold as organic, the European Commission specifies the EU organic logo, the control code and the origin of the agricultural ingredients. Different rules apply to imported products regarding when the logo must be used. The Dutch Government explains that ‘organic’ is a protected term.
The Netherlands Nutrition Centre uses 25 grams as a guide for one handful of unsalted nuts. It’s a practical reference for weighing out a portion, not a fixed pack size or proof that every bag contains one handful.
Store opened unsalted cashews in an airtight container in a cool, dark and dry place. The Netherlands Nutrition Centre gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as general storage advice. Also follow the instructions on the pack.
Before eating, read the allergen information and any cross-contamination warning on the pack. The NVWA explains the mandatory allergen labelling on food labels; organic labelling doesn’t replace this check.
The NVWA warning of 20 May 2026 concerned Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026, due to possible metal fragments. The NVWA advised consumers not to eat that specific pack. The warning doesn’t automatically apply to other packs or all ALDI cashews.
