Choose organic nuts with a verifiable product label, and check the allergen information on the packaging too. Then decide whether you want an unroasted mix or roasted cashews, and check the ingredients, quantity and any leftovers separately. Organic, unroasted and unsalted do not mean the same thing.
You want organic nuts to enjoy during the match, and a verifiable product label matters more to you than simply a natural look. The European Commission and Skal Biocontrole set out the requirements for organic labelling.
You’re looking for nuts you can enjoy during the football and add to yoghurt, so you pay attention to how they’re prepared and what’s in them. Albert Heijn, for example, lists different preparations for its organic nut mix and cashews.
You’re putting nuts out for several people and want to choose an amount you can store properly afterwards. Voedingscentrum recommends storing nuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place.
The priorities below focus on watching the Netherlands play at home; using the nuts at breakfast is an additional consideration.
| What to consider | What to look for when buying | Who might place more importance on this? |
|---|---|---|
| Organic labelling | Check for the protected organic label. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo must also be accompanied by a control code and an indication of agricultural origin. | If I choose organic nuts, I want to be able to check the label on the packaging. Around 33% of consumers prioritise verifiable organic origins. |
| Types and preparation | Read the ingredients and distinguish between unroasted nuts, roasted nuts and nuts with a coating; compare the varieties in a mix too. | I prefer to choose between a mix, a single type of nut or a particular preparation for the table. Around 27% of consumers prioritise taste and composition above all. |
| Salt, sugar and oil | Check the ingredients and nutritional information separately. Albert Heijn lists 0 g of added salt and 0 g of added sugars per 100 g for its organic nut mix and cashews; the roasted cashews also contain sunflower oil. | If I want to enjoy the same nuts at breakfast too, I check exactly what has been added. Around 20% of consumers prioritise products with fewer added ingredients. |
| Quantity and storage | Compare the net weight with how much you expect to use. Store opened nuts in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place, as recommended by Voedingscentrum. | I want to put out enough for everyone watching, but also know how to store any leftovers. Around 20% of consumers prioritise a suitable quantity and minimal leftovers. |
Organic labelling has its own certification requirements. Another sustainability label does not, by itself, prove that a product is organic.
Check the organic product label separately from any other logos and wording on the packaging.
Albert Heijn’s organic cashews are roasted and contain sunflower oil, even though they are labelled as unsalted.
Check the preparation description and ingredients separately, especially if you also want to enjoy the nuts at breakfast.
The Jumbo page for its 150 g organic unroasted nut mix says that the product is no longer part of its online range.
Check current availability before basing your shopping plans on a specific product.
Your plans could fall through if you’re relying on this product.
Nuts can lose their quality if they aren’t stored properly, and they can absorb odours.
Choose an amount that suits your needs and store leftovers in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place. Follow the instructions on the packaging too.
Nuts that aren’t stored properly may go to waste.
Albert Heijn’s organic nut mix and unsalted cashews differ in their ingredients and preparation.
PLUS describes its nut mix as organic; it’s an unroasted, unsalted mix in a 150 g pack.
Jumbo’s specific organic unroasted nut mix is a useful reference if you’re looking for a selection of different nuts.
Lidl’s Alesto range includes nuts and snacks for sharing, and it also has a product listing for organic cashews.
The Trader Joe’s almonds mentioned by ALDI are an example of roasted snacks available in different flavours.
Duyvis offers products for sharing, including peanuts, nut mixes, Borrelnootjes and Tijgernootjes.
No, it depends on where they come from. According to the European Commission, the EU organic logo is compulsory for pre-packed organic food produced in the EU; using it on imported organic products is optional. If the logo is used, the control code and agricultural origin must also be shown.
No, unsalted tells you nothing about allergens. The Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority says that pre-packed products must display allergen information. The Albert Heijn cashews reviewed contain cashew and state that other nuts or peanuts may also be present, so check the information on the exact packaging.
Store them in a tightly sealed container in a cool, dark and dry place, and follow the instructions on the packaging. Voedingscentrum gives six months in a kitchen cupboard as a general storage guideline for opened mixed unsalted nuts; this is not a guarantee for every product or storage situation.
Take note of the choking warning on the AH products reviewed. The organic label does not change this usage warning.
No, the warning issued by the Netherlands Food and Consumer Product Safety Authority on 20 May 2026 specifically concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashews, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and best-before date 23-09-2026. The instruction for that pack is: do not eat the cashews because they may contain metal fragments. Do not apply the warning to other products.
