Who are these cashew nuts for?

Vegan snackers on the go

You want to take cashew nuts with you without having to guess whether they contain animal-derived ingredients or how much is in a multipack. So check the exact variant and the contents of each individual pack. The Dutch Association for Veganism recommends checking ingredient lists.

People looking for unsalted nuts

You’re mainly looking for unsalted cashew nuts and don’t mind portioning them yourself. Compare the vegan information for each variant: ‘unsalted’ on its own says nothing about the full ingredients.

Fans of savoury cashews

You’d rather choose a salted or seasoned variant and are happy to divide the pack or share it. PLUS lists Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt 125 g as vegan; that information doesn’t automatically apply to other variants from the same brand.

What should you look for when buying?

First check the ingredients and vegan information for the exact variant, then see how much is in each individual pack. The percentages below relate to consumers who choose cashew nuts as a vegan snack to take with them.

What to consider What should you check? Who is this important for?
Vegan ingredients Check the ingredients and vegan labelling for the exact variant. If you want to avoid animal-derived ingredients, it’s best to check each flavour separately. Around 27% of consumers put vegan reassurance first.
Contents per pack Check the contents of each inner pack and the stated number of servings. If you want something to take with you without weighing it out at home, the amount in the individual pack makes all the difference. Around 33% of consumers give convenience on the go top priority.
Unsalted or savoury Compare the salt information and ingredients for the exact variant. If you’re specifically looking for unsalted cashews, you won’t want to take a salted flavour by mistake. Around 20% of consumers mainly choose unsalted products.
Portioning it yourself Check the pack weight and follow the storage advice on the packaging. If you take cashews with you regularly and prefer to portion them yourself, a larger bag is a different choice from individual snack packs. Around 20% of consumers prioritise portioning their own snacks and managing their supply.

Common mistakes

  • Mistaking a multipack for small snack portions

    According to Albert Heijn, the AH unsalted 3-pack consists of three individual items, each weighing 170 g. So the number of packs doesn’t tell you how much is in each one.

    Check the contents of each individual item and the pack description before taking it with you.

    If the individual items are larger than you need for a snack, you’ll still have to portion them yourself.

  • Treating a portable bag as a single portion

    Joybuy states that Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt 125 g contains 4–5 servings. The pack is therefore not described as a single snack portion.

    Check the stated number of servings and take only the amount you want for that occasion.

  • Assuming a product is vegan because of the brand name

    PLUS’s vegan labelling applies to the specific Duyvis Sea Salt variant and doesn’t automatically apply to other Duyvis products.

    Check the ingredients and labelling on the exact variant and current packaging. The Dutch Association for Veganism lists milk, egg, whey and honey among the ingredients to look out for.

Brands and product ranges to compare

Duyvis

Cashews Original and Cashews Sea Salt are relevant options if you’re comparing plain and savoury varieties.

  • Duyvis lists the ingredients for Sea Salt and states that it contains 94% cashew nuts; PLUS labels the 125 g variant as vegan.
  • Joybuy states that the pack contains 4–5 servings, so it isn’t a single-portion snack pack.

Albert Heijn

The unsalted cashew 3-pack is a bundle of individual shop-sized packs.

  • Albert Heijn states that each item weighs 170 g and that the items are supplied individually.
  • A bundle of three doesn’t mean you’ll get three small snack packs.

Jumbo

The range includes unsalted, salted and unroasted cashew nuts in various pack sizes.

  • The range page includes packs weighing 130, 200 and 500 g, among others.
  • The smallest listed unsalted pack isn’t described as an individual single-portion snack pack.

Lidl

Lidl Netherlands lists unsalted cashew nuts, including a product range called Way To Go!.

  • The product listings give you a way to compare unsalted options.
  • Don’t assume a product is vegan or comes in individual snack portions based on its name alone.

ALDI

ALDI Netherlands lists Trader Joe’s roasted, unsalted cashew nuts in a 250 g pack.

  • The product listing gives the pack weight and preparation method.
  • The listing doesn’t describe individual snack portions or include a vegan label.

PLUS

PLUS lists its own 200 g unsalted cashews and Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt with vegan labelling for that specific product.

  • The own-brand packs are options for portioning yourself; the Duyvis label applies to the named Sea Salt variant.
  • The Fairtrade name doesn’t mean a product is vegan or that the pack contains individual snack portions.

Cashew nuts at Joybuy

Below are cashew nuts at Joybuy in a range of pack sizes and flavours. Always check the vegan information and number of servings on the exact packaging.

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160 g

Jiazhouyuanye Original Flavour Large Cashew Nuts 160 g

Suitable if you’re looking for cashews to eat straight away or take with you; the product description lists 100% cashew kernels as the ingredient.

This doesn’t confirm that the product is vegan; check the current packaging.

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Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g

Verse Klassenoten Salted Cashew Nuts 150 g

Suitable if you’re looking for a savoury cashew snack that’s ready to eat.

The product description lists cashew nuts, sunflower oil and salt as ingredients. Check the current packaging for the full ingredients list and vegan information.

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g’woon roasted unsalted cashew nuts 200 g

g’woon Cashew Nuts Roasted & Unsalted 200 g

Suitable if you’re looking for unsalted cashews to portion yourself or use in dishes.

The title states that these are 200 g of roasted, unsalted cashews; the product description lists cashew nuts as the ingredient. Check the current packaging for vegan information.

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Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin 120 g

Xue Ji Chaohuo Salted Cashews with Skin 120 g

Suitable if you’re looking for a sealed pack of savoury cashews that are ready to eat.

The product description lists cashews and salt as ingredients. Check the full ingredients list and vegan information on the current packaging.

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Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g

Duyvis Dry Roasted Cashews 125 g

Suitable if you’re looking for a ready-to-eat Duyvis cashew snack to portion out or share.

Joybuy states that the pack contains 4–5 servings, so it isn’t a single-portion snack pack. Check the vegan information for the exact variant on the packaging.

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Frequently asked questions

Is a 3-pack of cashew nuts automatically suitable as three snacks to take with you?

No. According to Albert Heijn, the AH unsalted 3-pack consists of individual 170 g items. Check the contents of each item, not just the number of packs.

How can I spot animal-derived ingredients in a seasoned variant?

Check the ingredients list and vegan information for the exact variant. The Dutch Association for Veganism lists milk, egg, whey, lactose and honey among the ingredients to look out for; ‘vegetarian’ and ‘vegan’ are not interchangeable labels.

Does a 125 g bag of cashews count as one snack portion?

Not necessarily. Joybuy states that Duyvis Cashews Sea Salt 125 g contains 4–5 servings. So check the stated number of servings and the pack contents before taking it as a single snack.

How should I store cashews after portioning them myself?

Follow the storage advice on the current packaging. Storage guidance can vary from product to product, so don’t assume the same shelf life applies to all cashew variants.

Which ALDI cashew nuts are covered by the NVWA warning?

The NVWA warning dated 20 May 2026 concerns Trader Joe’s unsalted cashew nuts, 170 g, with barcode 2003020120930 and a best-before date of 23-09-2026. Do not eat this particular pack because it may contain metal fragments. The warning applies to the pack specified and not automatically to all ALDI cashew nuts.