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Planters Lightly Salted Halves & Pieces Cashews
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📊 NOVA 3🌾 Gluten-Free🥛 Dairy-Free

Planters Lightly Salted Halves & Pieces Cashews

PLANTERS
8 oz
Available at Foodtown
160
Calories
5g
Protein
2g
Sugars
50mg
Sodium
1g
Fiber
12
Ingredients

What You Should Know

PLANTERS Lightly Salted Halves & Pieces Cashews is a familiar, shelf-stable snack found in the supermarket snack and nut aisle, often displayed near other nut tins and bags, trail mixes, and party-size pretzels. Shoppers pick up the compact 8-oz package as an everyday pantry staple or an easy contribution to a party bowl; it sits comfortably between health-conscious options and more indulgent salty snacks. Occasions for purchase range from movie-night and game-day prep to road trips and quick nibbling at the office. The PLANTERS brand carries long-standing Americana associations—nostalgic, dependable, and broadly targeted at busy adults who want a recognizable, grab-and-go premium snack. Marketing leans into classic snack heritage rather than trendy wellness claims. The front label emphasizes “lightly salted” and the product’s nut-forward simplicity; there are subtle health-halo cues (low sugar, single nuts) but no organic or kid-centric branding on this SKU. In plain language, the cashews are roasted with a touch of peanut oil and sea salt and then packaged — not a fresh produce item, but not heavily dressed with artificial flavors either. Sensory details: the halves and pieces deliver a satisfying crunch and creamy, buttery nut flavor with a mild saline lift; texture varies from crisp edges to soft, meaty centers. Packaging is sized for convenience and rehealability on the go, supporting the ritual of handful snacking, cocktail-nut service at gatherings, or sprinkling over salads and bowls for added richness. Allergen and “may contain” notes are prominent for those with nut sensitivities.

Nutrition Facts

Serving Size: 1.0 oz
Servings per Container: 8
Calories160
% Daily Value*
Total Fat13g17%
Saturated Fat2.5g13%
Sodium50mg2%
Total Carbohydrate9g3%
Dietary Fiber1g4%
Total Sugars2g
Protein5g
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Ingredients

Ingredients:, Cashews,, Peanut, Oil,, Sea, Salt. Contains:, Cashew. May, Contain:, Peanuts,, Other, Tree, Nuts..

Flagged Ingredients:

  • peanut oil - Seed oil high in omega-6 fatty acids
No Seed Oil

Dietary Labels

This product is not vegan, is gluten-free, and is not organic.

Ultra-Processing Assessment

NOVA Score:3 / 4

Processed Food

Why this score?

Roasted cashews with added peanut oil and sea salt are processed and packaged for shelf stability, placing them in NOVA group 3 (processed foods) rather than unprocessed or ultra‑processed.

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Common Questions about Planters Lightly Salted Halves & Pieces Cashews

The Lightly Salted Cashews can be a healthy snack option, especially when compared to sugary or heavily processed snacks. They offer a satisfying crunch and a dose of healthy fats, which can keep you feeling fuller for longer. Just remember, 'healthy' can mean different things depending on your individual dietary goals!

Perfect For

movie-night
game-day-prep
road-trip

Vibe:

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