The Take
ICA Cashewnötter starts with mostly real cashews but the roasted salted versions ruin it with added sunflower oil. The move turns a simple nut into another shelf-stable product that prioritizes margins over minimal ingredients.
People grab these expecting a clean snack and instead get the standard seed oil treatment that shows up in half the grocery aisle. The naturell plain option avoids the tax entirely.
The Verdict
The core product is fine but the industrial tweak makes the popular versions pointless. Buy bulk plain cashews from a co-op or local seller instead.
Skip the oiled ICA. Buy bulk plain cashews from a co-op or local nut seller.
Common Questions
Does ICA Cashewnötter have seed oils?
Yes. Roasted and salted versions list sunflower oil as the second ingredient.
What is a healthier alternative to ICA Cashewnötter?
Bulk plain cashews from a co-op or independent nut seller. No added oil.
Why does ICA Cashewnötter contain sunflower oil?
For extended shelf life on the roasted and salted products. Plain versions skip it.
