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Cashew Nuts calories & nutrition
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Quick answer
Cashew Nuts, 10 cashews (≈15 g): about 87 kcal, 2.8 g protein, 3.8 g carbs and 6.8 g fat. Per 100 g (raw cashew nuts): 583 kcal and 18.8 g protein.
Cashews are creamy and slightly sweet, and are used to make rich gravies. They have more carbohydrate and less fibre than other nuts.
Nutrition per serving
Choose a serving size. Values are for raw cashew nuts.
10 cashews (≈15 g)
87kcal
2.8 g protein · 3.8 g carbs · 6.8 g fat
| Calories | 87 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 2.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 3.8 g |
| Fat | 6.8 g |
| Fibre | 0.6 g |
Nutrition per 100 g
For raw cashew nuts.
| Calories | 583 kcal |
|---|---|
| Protein | 18.8 g |
| Carbohydrates | 25.5 g |
| Fat | 45.2 g |
| Fibre | 3.9 g |
| Calcium | 34 mg |
| Iron | 6.0 mg |
Is cashew nuts good for your goals?
Weight loss
Cashew Nuts is energy-dense (583 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet, but measure portions — small amounts add up quickly.
Muscle building
Not a significant protein source (3.2 g per 100 kcal). Pair it with dal, paneer, eggs, curd or meat to reach your protein target.
- Cashew paste is why many restaurant gravies are so high in calories.
- A handful of cashews is around 175 kcal.
- Roasted, salted or masala cashews often have added oil.
Cashew Nuts vs almonds
| Nutrient | Cashew Nuts | Almonds |
|---|---|---|
| Calories | 583 kcal | 609 kcal |
| Protein | 18.8 g | 18.4 g |
| Carbs | 25.5 g | 3 g |
| Fat | 45.2 g | 58.5 g |
| Fibre | 3.9 g | 13.1 g |
| Protein per 100 kcal | 3.2 g | 3 g |
Frequently asked questions
Answers calculated from IFCT 2017 values. Educational information only.
Cashew Nuts, 10 cashews (≈15 g): about 87 kcal, with 2.8 g protein, 3.8 g carbohydrate and 6.8 g fat.
Cashew Nuts, 1 handful (≈30 g): about 175 kcal, with 5.6 g protein, 7.6 g carbohydrate and 13.6 g fat.
100 g of raw cashew nuts has about 18.8 g protein and 583 kcal — roughly 3.2 g of protein per 100 kcal.
Cashew Nuts is energy-dense (583 kcal per 100 g). It can fit a weight-loss diet, but measure portions — small amounts add up quickly.
Not a significant protein source (3.2 g per 100 kcal). Pair it with dal, paneer, eggs, curd or meat to reach your protein target.
Source & method
Values per 100 g are from the Indian Food Composition Tables 2017 (ICMR–National Institute of Nutrition, Hyderabad), food code H005 “Cashew nut”. Serving values are calculated from those figures; serving weights are typical household measures.
Last updated . Values vary with variety, brand and cooking. Not medical advice — nutrition disclaimer.