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Cashew nuts
Also called kaju, cashews, munthiri, mamidi
Raw cashew nuts eaten as they are, without salt or frying. They give fat, protein and some carbohydrate.
The short answer
Cashew nuts has about 146 kcal in a regular serving (1 handful, about 25 g), with 4.7 g of protein and 1 g of fibre. It rates 1.5/5 (limited fit) for weight management: a regular serving is a modest portion, but it packs a lot of calories into each gram and it has little fibre for its calories.
Reviewed by Deepu Oommen on 23 Oct 2026 · How we review
- Calories per serving
- 146 kcal
- 1 handful (about 25 g)
- For weight management
- 1.5 / 5Rated 1.5 out of 5. Limited fit for weight management
- Protein and fibre
- 4.7 g · 1 g
- per serving
- Brisk walking
- About 30 min
- uses similar energy (70 kg adult)
Cashew nuts nutrition
| Nutrient | Per serving (1 handful, about 25 g) | Per 100 g |
|---|---|---|
| Energy | 146 kcal | 583 kcal |
| Protein | 4.7 g | 18.78 g |
| Carbohydrate | 6.4 g | 25.46 g |
| Fat | 11.3 g | 45.2 g |
| Fibre | 1 g | 3.86 g |
IFCT 2017 (ICMR-NIN), H005 Cashew nut. Source: IFCT 2017, National Institute of Nutrition (ICMR), 2017. Home and restaurant versions vary with the oil, rice and portion used.
Is cashew nuts good for weight management?
It rates 1.5/5, a limited fit, because a regular serving is a modest portion, but it packs a lot of calories into each gram and it has little fibre for its calories.
- Calories per gram (35% of the rating)5.83 kcal · 0/100
- Protein per 100 kcal (25% of the rating)3.2 g · 32/100
- Fibre per 100 kcal (20% of the rating)0.7 g · 22/100
- Portion (20% of the rating)146 of 200 kcal (snack) · 77/100
Each part is scored against fixed limits, then weighted. A higher rating does not mean a food causes weight loss. How the rating works
Lighter ways to have cashew nuts
- Count a small handful (about 15 cashews), they are rich in energy
- Choose plain cashews over salted or fried ones
- Add a few to a vegetable dish instead of eating a full handful on top
- Pair them with a fruit for fibre
Common questions about cashew nuts
How many calories are in cashew nuts?
About 146 kcal in 1 handful, about 25 g, or 583 kcal per 100 g.
Is cashew nuts good for weight management?
It rates 1.5/5, a limited fit: a regular serving is a modest portion, but it packs a lot of calories into each gram and it has little fibre for its calories. See the lighter ways to have it on this page.
How much protein is in cashew nuts?
About 4.7 g in 1 handful, about 25 g, which is 3.2 g for every 100 kcal.
How much walking uses the energy in cashew nuts?
About 30 min of brisk walking for a 70 kg adult uses similar energy to one regular serving.
Are cashew nuts fattening?
Cashew nuts are energy dense: a handful of about 25 g gives around 145 kcal. They fit in a plan when measured, not eaten straight from the packet.
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