Calories in Cashews
Cashews contains 553 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 handful (30 g) — carries about 166 kcal.
The highest in carbs among nuts, but also the lowest in fat.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 handful (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 553 kcal | 166 kcal |
| Protein | 18 g | 5.4 g |
| Fat | 44 g | 13 g |
| Carbohydrates | 30 g | 9 g |
| Fibre | 3.3 g | 1 g |
| Sugars | 5.9 g | 1.8 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~42 minutes
~17 minutes
Approximate, for a ~166 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in cashews?
Cashews contains 553 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 handful (30 g) — carries about 166 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does cashews have?
Per 100 g: 18 g protein, 44 g fat and 30 g carbohydrates, of which 3.3 g fibre and 5.9 g sugars. That makes cashews a good protein source.
Is cashews suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 553 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 handful (30 g)) is ~166 kcal. The highest in carbs among nuts, but also the lowest in fat.
How much does one serving of cashews weigh?
The typical serving is 1 handful (30 g) — about 30 g, which equals ~166 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of cashews?
Roughly 42 minutes of brisk walking or 17 minutes of running (approximate, for a ~70 kg adult: walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
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Values are rounded average reference figures per 100 g/ml (USDA FoodData Central and European food-composition tables). Real values vary with variety, recipe and preparation — the label of a specific product always takes precedence. This information is not medical or dietary advice.