Calories in Pistachios
Pistachios contains 560 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 handful shelled (30 g) — carries about 168 kcal.
Shelling slows you down — one of the few built-in portion controls.
Nutrition facts
| Nutrient | Per 100 g | Per serving — 1 handful shelled (30 g) |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 560 kcal | 168 kcal |
| Protein | 20 g | 6 g |
| Fat | 45 g | 14 g |
| Carbohydrates | 28 g | 8.4 g |
| Fibre | 10.6 g | 3.2 g |
| Sugars | 7.7 g | 2.3 g |
How much exercise burns one serving?
~42 minutes
~17 minutes
Approximate, for a ~168 kcal serving and a ~70 kg adult (walking ~4 kcal/min, running ~10 kcal/min).
Frequently asked questions
How many calories are in pistachios?
Pistachios contains 560 kcal per 100 g. A typical serving — 1 handful shelled (30 g) — carries about 168 kcal.
How much protein, fat and carbohydrate does pistachios have?
Per 100 g: 20 g protein, 45 g fat and 28 g carbohydrates, of which 10.6 g fibre and 7.7 g sugars. That makes pistachios a good protein source.
Is pistachios suitable for a diet?
Carefully — 560 kcal per 100 g is a high calorie density. When dieting, watch the amount: one serving (1 handful shelled (30 g)) is ~168 kcal. Shelling slows you down — one of the few built-in portion controls.
How much does one serving of pistachios weigh?
The typical serving is 1 handful shelled (30 g) — about 30 g, which equals ~168 kcal.
How much exercise burns one serving of pistachios?
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.