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Cashews - calories and nutrition information

100 g of cashews has 553 kcal, 18.2 g protein, 26.9 g carbs, and 43.9 g fat. A handful of cashews (about 30 g) has about 166 kcal.

Serving
Cashews, 100 g553 kcal2314 kJ
Protein18.2 g13% of energy
Carbs26.9 g19% of energy
Fat43.9 g69% of energy
Fiber
3.3 g
Sugars
5.9 g
Salt
0.03 g

Cashew nutrition information

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI*Handful (30 g)
Energy553 kcal2314 kJ28%166 kcal695 kJ
Fat43.9 g63%13.2 g
of which saturated fatty acids7.8 g39%2.3 g
Carbs26.9 g10%8.1 g
of which sugars5.9 g7%1.8 g
Fiber3.3 g-1 g
Protein18.2 g36%5.5 g
Salt0.03 g1%0.01 g
Water5.2 g-1.6 g

* RI = reference intake for an average adult (8400 kJ / 2000 kcal). Carbs exclude fiber, as shown on EU food labels.

How many calories are in cashews?

Calories and macronutrients in typical servings. Use the calculator at the top of the page to calculate a different weight.

ServingCaloriesProteinCarbsFat
10 hazelnuts15 g83 kcal2.7 g4 g6.6 g
Handful30 g166 kcal5.5 g8.1 g13.2 g
100 g553 kcal18.2 g26.9 g43.9 g

Vitamins and minerals

Per 100 g, cashews contain the most phosphorus (85% RWS), magnesium (78%), and zinc (58%). We show nutrients that provide at least 2% RWS per 100 g.

NutrientCarbs 100 g% RI
Potassium660 mg33%
Calcium37 mg5%
Magnesium292 mg78%
Phosphorus593 mg85%
Iron6.7 mg48%
Zinc5.8 mg58%
Selenium19.9 µg36%
Vitamin B1 (thiamin)0.42 mg38%
Vitamin B2 (riboflavin)0.06 mg4%
Vitamin B3 (niacin)1.1 mg7%
Vitamin B60.42 mg30%
Folate25 µg13%
Vitamin E0.9 mg8%
Vitamin K34.1 µg45%

Cashews compared with other foods

Cashews have more calories per 100 g than 18% of the nuts and seeds in our chart. Here are foods in the nuts, seeds, and kernels category with a similar calorie content (kcal per 100 g):

  1. Chia seeds486 kcal
  2. Flaxseed534 kcal
  3. Cashews553 kcal
  4. Pumpkin seeds559 kcal
  5. Roasted salted pistachios569 kcal
  6. Almonds579 kcal
  7. Shelled sunflower seeds584 kcal
  8. Roasted unsalted peanuts587 kcal
  9. Roasted salted peanuts587 kcal

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FAQs

How many calories are in a handful of cashews?
A handful of cashews (about 30 g) has about 166 kcal: 5.5 g protein, 8.1 g carbs, and 13.2 g fat.
How many calories are in 100 g of cashews?
100 g of cashews has 553 kcal (2314 kJ).
How much protein do cashews contain?
Cashews contain 18.2 g of protein per 100 g, and a handful of cashews weighs about 5.5 g.
How many carbs do cashews contain?
100 g of cashews contains 26.9 g of available carbs, including 5.9 g of sugars, plus 3.3 g of fiber.

Data source: USDA FoodData Central, SR28 database - “Nuts, cashew nuts, raw” (NDB 12087). Polish names and serving sizes: EatSee editorial team. Values are estimates and vary by variety, size, and preparation method. For packaged products, check the label for exact information. This page is for informational purposes only and does not replace advice from a doctor or dietitian. Updated: . How we create our calorie chart.