47 kcal P 0.91g C 11.8g F 0.15g
🥜 Nut and Seed Products
Calories in Nuts, cashew nuts
Cashews grow outside the fruit and are botanically related to poison ivy.
565 kcal
What makes nuts so powerful?
Cashews are technically seeds that hang from the bottom of the cashew apple, a fleshy fruit native to Brazil. What many people don't realize is that the cashew shell contains urushiol, the same toxic resin found in poison ivy and poison oak. Because of this caustic liquid, cashews are almost never sold in their shells. The extraction process requires carefully roasting or steaming the nuts to neutralize the urushiol before they can be safely handled and shelled. This labor-intensive process is a major reason cashews are more expensive than many other nuts. The cashew apple itself is highly perishable, which is why you rarely see it fresh outside of tropical regions where it is grown. It is often used locally to make juices, jams, and even distilled into liquor. The seed, or nut as we know it, is prized for its creamy texture and lower fat content compared to macadamias or pecans, while still providing a solid dose of magnesium and copper.
Not a true nut
Cashews are actually seeds that dangle below the cashew apple fruit.
Poison ivy relative
The shell contains urushiol, a toxic resin that must be roasted off before eating.
Creamy dairy substitute
Soaked and blended cashews create a rich, dairy-free base for sauces and creams.
💡 When & how to use it
Store raw cashews in an airtight container in the refrigerator to prevent their high fat content from going rancid. Because they blend into a remarkably smooth texture when soaked, they make an excellent dairy-free base for creamy sauces, vegan cheeses, and soups. Pair them with a vitamin C-rich fruit like oranges or strawberries; the copper in cashews works synergistically with vitamin C to support collagen production and iron absorption.
Calories by Serving Size
100g
565 kcal
P 17.4g C 36.3g F 38.9g
1 RACC (30g)
170 kcal
P 5.2g C 10.9g F 11.7g
200g
1130 kcal
P 34.8g C 72.6g F 77.8g
50g
283 kcal
P 8.7g C 18.2g F 19.5g
Full Nutrition Facts
Per 100g — daily values based on a 2,000 calorie diet
Nutrition Facts
Serving size: 100g
Calories 565
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 38.9g 50%
Sodium 4.76mg 0%
Total Carbohydrate 36.3g 13%
Dietary Fiber 4.1g 15%
Protein 17.4g 35%
Calcium 42mg 3%
Iron 5.99mg 33%
Potassium 638mg 14%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
How does Nuts fit your daily goals?
113 min
Walking to burn 565 kcal
28%
of 2,000 kcal daily goal
17.4g
protein (35% of daily 50g)
4
servings until 2,000 kcal
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Frequently Asked Questions
How many calories are in Nuts, cashew nuts?
Nuts, cashew nuts contains 565 calories per 100g. A standard serving of 1 RACC (30g) provides 170 calories. It is relatively calorie-dense, so portion control is important.
How much protein does Nuts, cashew nuts have?
Nuts, cashew nuts provides 17.4g of protein per 100g, which is 35% of the 50g daily recommended value. It is a good source of protein.
How many carbs are in Nuts, cashew nuts?
Nuts, cashew nuts contains 36.3g of carbohydrates per 100g . It also provides 4.1g of dietary fiber.
Is Nuts, cashew nuts good for weight loss?
Nuts, cashew nuts has 565 kcal per 100g, so portions need to be monitored on a weight-loss diet. Use CalRay to track your intake accurately. Its high protein content (17.4g/100g) helps with satiety. Its fiber content (4.1g/100g) also promotes fullness.
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